Career Development at Northeast assists students in transitioning into the school, exploring career opportunities and developing career plans.
It is a school-wide goal that all students transition out of Northeast on a clearly defined career path.
The following stages are critical parts of Northeast’s career development program:
Self-Assessment
- Understanding what you want and need in your career
- Identifying your interests and skills
- Determining what will give you job satisfaction
- Identifying roadblocks in your life
Career Exploration
- Target a variety of occupations
- Gather “world of work” information
- Evaluate the information and narrow your choices
Developing a Career Goal
- Learn how to make career decisions
- Decide on a specific career
- Set goals and action plans
Marketing Student Skills
- Assemble an effective portfolio that showcases your skills and talent
- Develop job search strategies
- Understand the labor market in your chosen field
- Write effective resumes and cover letters
- Learn how to interview well
- Follow-up and evaluate your job search and career goals