NCCC Success Stories

Employers SAY...

Our co-op student is able to perform all required tasks on his own and in many instances has implemented processes to make them more efficient. His efforts have made us better at what we do. He is diligent, efficient, eager, meets deadline, and performs at a very high level.

Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport

Area of Study
Undeclared and Individualized Study
Degree Level: Bachelor 2014
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American Politics and Human Resources

Office clerk in the Office of Inspector General

Creativity, skills and motivation helped Timothy Holmes get the job done.

Science and Math
Degree Level: Bachelor 2014
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Biomedical Science - BS

Research Intern

Daniel Latimer has collected as many skills and lab techniques as possible in his “tool belt” so he is prepared for the next step on his path to a Ph.D.

Communications and Digital Media
Degree Level: Associate 2014
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Arts & Imaging Studies

Graphic Designer

The challenges of using color and balance to enhance design motivated Leah Murray to work harder.

Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education
Degree Level: Bachelor 2014
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Journalism - BS

News Intern for 48 hours and Crimesider

Accuracy is a key requirement for Michael Roppolo's co-op at CBS News.

Communications and Digital Media
Degree Level: Associate 2014
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Visual Communication Studies - AOS

Commercial Producer

On co-op, Steven Wilson found something he truly loved doing.

Communications and Digital Media
Degree Level: Bachelor 2013
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Communication - BS

Sports Journalist

Jamaal Brown parlays his writing skills and his passion for being a reporter into a job in digital media for sports business.

Undeclared and Individualized Study
Degree Level: Bachelor 2013
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Human Resources

Office Assistant for Office of Minority and Women Inclusion (OMWI)

Skills and interests in human resources, business and management are leading Monique Cottman to seek employment the area of Equal Employment Opportunity after graduation.  

Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education
Degree Level: Bachelor 2013
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Psychology - BS

Investigative Assistant

A co-op doing research and analysis at the State Department gave Traci Goodrich a taste of a possible future career.

Art, Design, and Architecture
Degree Level: Bachelor 2013
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Industrial Design - BS

Design intern: Industrial Designer

A New York City contemporary design fair is the destination for Jay Liu's toy design.

Environmental Studies and Sustainability
Degree Level: Graduate 2013
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Environmental Health and Safety Management - MS

Environmental Program Manager

Rachel McAnallen used co-ops and networking skills to help secure a job in her field—environmental health and safety management.

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Bachelor 2013
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Mechanical Engineering - BS

Research Intern

Alternative energy sources captured Kelly McNabb’s imagination and led her to study the polymer blends associated with fuel cells.

Communications and Digital Media
Degree Level: Associate 2013
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Visual Communications Studies - AOS

Graphic Designer

Gabriela Perrusquia used her graphic design skills to help clients achieve their goals.

Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education
Degree Level: Bachelor 2013
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Professional and Technical Communication

Student Volunteer Intern

Michael Raffanti helps with the nation's business in Washington, D.C.

Health Professions and Medical Sciences
Degree Level: Bachelor 2013
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Biomedical Sciences and Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Marine Botany Anatomist

Completing a co-op in the Smithsonian Institution Museum of Natural History, gave Abbi Simons a look back at history and a step forward toward her future.

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Bachelor 2013
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Packaging Science, BS

Packaging Engineer II

The popularity of Jasmine Zambrano Oregel's packaging science major will make it possible for her to work almost anywhere in the world.

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Bachelor 2012
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Packaging Science - BS

Logistics Control Packaging Specialist

Packaging Science training and co-op experience helped Robin Alummoottil land a job with an internationally known employer.

Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education
Degree Level: Bachelor 2012
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Women’s Studies and Criminal Justice

Community Engagement Coordinator

Anna Bracilano’s minors in Women’s Studies and Criminal Justice were a perfect fit for a job in her home state.

Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education
Degree Level: Bachelor 2012
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Human Resources - BS

Student Training and Academic Recruitment (STAR) Intern

Using her skills and experience to work with others to help them find job and life success is important to Rita DeFalco.

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Bachelor 2012
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Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Technology - BS

Research Associate

For Steven Forney, working with Unmanned Aerial Systems, also known as drones, is a dream come true.

Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education
Degree Level: Bachelor 2012
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Criminal Justice and Political Science

Legal Technician

Hard work on a summer job for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers helped Pierce Hamilton become a STAR.