NCCC Success Stories

Employers SAY...

NTID students exhibit a level of job preparedness that far surpasses most of the other colleges I have visited. The students clearly posses the requisite knowledge and skills to enter the workforce.

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Area of Study
Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Bachelor 2021
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Mechanical Engineering - MECE-BS

Campus Intern, R&D and Engineer/Technician

Marcus Clark dives into a hands-on experience with Dow, learning a variety of career skills as an engineer, technician, and data analyst among other roles.

Business, Management, and Leadership
Degree Level: Bachelor 2021

Business

Assistant Director for Outreach and Special Projects

If you encounter an opportunity that makes you feel scared or if you believe you are not good enough, do not hesitate to seize it.

Computing and Information Sciences
Degree Level: Associate 2020
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Web and Mobile Computing

Information Technology Intern

Amanda's advice would be to always try your best, communicate, and show the world what you've got!

Computing and Information Sciences
Degree Level: Bachelor 2020
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Computing and Information Technologies

Technical Intern at Fidelity Investments

Mahin's advice is to sell yourself by showing the skills and knowledge you received in your job or co-op interviews.

Communications and Digital Media
Degree Level: Bachelor 2020
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Design and Imaging Technology

Graphic Design Intern

Katelyn's advice for the students who are in the design program is to be open to feedback.

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Bachelor 2020
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Biomedical Engineering - B.S.

Automation Engineering

Charles Hem learned a lot on his co-op in automation engineering with Merck, Inc.

Communications and Digital Media
Degree Level: Bachelor 2020
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Film and Animation

Intern at NASA Glenn Research Center

Keara's advice is not to be afraid to ask for help if you're stuck on a project.

Communications and Digital Media
Degree Level: Associate 2020
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3D Graphics Technology

Motion Capture Team 2020

Andrea's advice is to be open-minded when learning and to try new things. In every position there is room for growth and improvement.

Art, Design, and Architecture
Degree Level: Bachelor 2020
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3D Graphics Technology

Motion Capture Team 2020

Aileen's advice to students going on co-op is to take it seriously and invest a lot of their time in it because there are so many benefits and a lot of new things to learn.

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Associate 2020
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Engineering Studies - CIMT

Machinist Intern at Tobyhanna Army Depot

Yahya's advice is simple—stay focused on your studies and don’t lose track of your goals!

Art, Design, and Architecture
Degree Level: Bachelor 2020
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3D Digital Design

Motion Capture Team 2020

Andrew's advice is not to be afraid to try new things; supervisors will appreciate students taking initiatives and being open to trying new things.

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Bachelor 2020
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Engineering Studies - MECE

Turbine Design and Services Engineer

Bradley's advice is to do very well in school, read as much as you can, work on communication and technical writing skills, and stay on top of your assignments.

Business, Management, and Leadership
Degree Level: Bachelor 2020
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Business Administration - Finance

Financial Intelligence Intern at Quicken Loans

Anthony's advice to students is to start networking as soon as you feel ready to take a leap into your career path.

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Bachelor 2020

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Project Engineer

Explore more during your internships. Get as many different experiences as you can and you’ll be able to decide which type of work you like best.

Communications and Digital Media
Degree Level: Associate 2019
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Design and Imaging Technology

Creative Designer

Malia's advice is to believe in yourself as others will see your hard work and education come through, and people will see what you have learned along the way.

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Bachelor 2019
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Engineering Studies - EEEE

Controls Application Engineer

Vincent's advice is to maintain a good work life balance throughout school, time flies when you're in school, so be sure to enjoy it.

Science and Math
Degree Level: Bachelor 2019
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Biomedical Science - BS

Research and Development Intern

Feeza Jafar explores the field of research and development as a co-op intern at Dow Chemical Company

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Associate 2019
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Computer Aided Drafting Technology

CAD Intern at US Bureau of Reclamation

Ryan's advice to students is to understand that you may need more time to figure out and understand what you truly want to do for yourself, your career and the future.

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Bachelor 2019
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Mechanical Engineering Technology

Visiting Researcher

RIT/NTID alumnus Samuel Lum explores stem cell research at John Hopkins University.

Computing and Information Sciences
Degree Level: Associate 2019
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Applied Computer Technology

Information Technology Intern

Arturo's advice is to study hard and take the classes seriously because everything you learn in class does help you to be successful working in those fields.