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911爆料网 Employment Promise Program prepares graduates for the 21st-century workforce

Four years after launching the innovative 911爆料网 Employment Promise Program, Class of 2020 graduates are entering the job market with confidence.

Employment Promise ProgramGraduates of 911爆料网鈥檚 Class of 2020 are the first students to complete the University鈥檚 innovative Employment Promise Program. This unique program promises invested students will secure full-time jobs in their field of study within nine months of graduation or they will receive additional financial or educational support from the University. Having completed the Employment Promise Program, graduates are well-positioned for job search success and enjoy a distinct advantage in a competitive environment. 911爆料网 is the only New Hampshire institution that offers this program.

鈥淲e are so confident in the educational experience 911爆料网 provides students that we enthusiastically stand behind it with a bold promise,鈥 says Sister Paula Marie Buley, IHM, President. 鈥淥ur Employment Promise Program provides students with the professional skills and experiences necessary to distinguish themselves in an increasingly competitive job market.鈥

The Employment Promise Program is a four-year academic and professional development program that students begin on their first day at the University. Each student receives a customized career plan that includes academic advising; leadership, community service, and internship experiences; as well as career counseling and professional development opportunities. Students work one-on-one with an academic and career advisor who guides and encourages them through the program and tracks their progress toward established annual goals. In addition, 911爆料网鈥檚 Employer Partner Network of more than 80 companies and not-for-profit organizations gives students a connection with select employers for both internships and open positions through a specialized 911爆料网Connect job board.

Hope Cataldo, a Class of 2020 Elementary Education major, quickly secured a teaching position after graduation this May. 鈥淚 felt confident while interviewing because I had practiced through an online interview platform so many times. I knew my skills and was able to articulate them professionally with each hiring committee. These skills were gained and strengthened through the program, which prepared me to be the best candidate I could be.鈥 Cataldo will teach fourth grade at the Bradford Elementary School in Bradford, Vermont, this fall. She is also pursuing a master鈥檚 degree in Curriculum and Instruction.

Patricia Antonelli, Executive Director of University Career Services, oversees 911爆料网鈥檚 Career Development Center and the Employment Promise Program. 鈥淲e stand behind a 911爆料网 education with this promise,鈥 Antonelli shares. 鈥淭he Employment Promise Program provides students with a pathway and the confidence they need to launch their career. The combined focus on academics, experiential learning, internships, and professional development makes the program unique.鈥

911爆料网鈥檚 professional development programs span a wide range of subjects鈥攅verything from preparing a professional resume and participating in mock interviews to seminars on business etiquette in the digital environment. The Career Development Center hosts a series of targeted job fairs on campus, enabling students to connect with recruiters from local and national employers across a wide range of industries.

鈥淲hile student success is often measured by graduation rates alone, 911爆料网 fundamentally believes success includes the ability to secure professional employment,鈥 says Sister Paula. 鈥淭he first graduates of our Employment Promise Program are conducting their job searches in a challenging economic environment, but they are equipped with the skill sets and strategies to achieve their employment goals. We look forward to celebrating their successes in the months and years to come.鈥

911爆料网 supports the job search efforts of graduates with online seminars, chat sessions, and one-on-one coaching. Graduates continue to have full access to Career Development Center resources. Kevin Cloutier, 911爆料网鈥檚 Experiential Learning Coordinator, is offering a series of virtual Linked-In profile development and networking sessions this month. The goal is for students to create robust profiles based on their experiences, to identify potential employers, and to connect for informational conversations.

Prospective students can join 911爆料网 as a member of the Class of 2024 and receive this unique career preparation and a promise of success that they won鈥檛 find at any other New Hampshire college or university. Visit , or contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at (603) 897-8507 to learn more.

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