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
Business, Management, and Leadership
Degree Level: Bachelor 2012
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Marketing - BS

Assistant Marketing Manager

Marketing, finance and business courses gave Jaime Harter the training she needed to succeed.

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Associate 2012
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Computer Aided Drafting Technology - AAS

Architectural Intern

New and exciting experiences kept Kehinde Ogunbayo busy during her co-op in California.

Computing and Information Sciences
Degree Level: Associate 2012
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Applied Computer Technology

IT Technican (SSA) and Technical Support (RIT)

A high school experience in FIRST Robotics led Taneshia Smith to RIT and a career in the fast growing field of Appliced Computer Technology.

Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education
Degree Level: Bachelor 2011

American Sign Language-English Interpretation

VI - Video Interpreter

Take your responsibilities seriously, do the work and take ownership of what you do.

Photography, Film, and Animation
Degree Level: Bachelor 2011
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Advertising Photography

Photo Imaging Specialist

The faculty and coursework in the Visual Communications Studies program helped give Lauren Brown the skills and self-confidence to succeed in her chosen field of Advertising Photography.

Business, Management, and Leadership
Degree Level: Graduate 2011
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Service Management, Tourism Management and Business - MS

Court Accountant / ASL instructor

Kenny DeHaan's two very different jobs each help him gain knowledge and enjoy personal growth.

Business, Management, and Leadership
Degree Level: Bachelor 2011
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Finance - BS

Logistics Management Specialist

Finance and business training plus familiarity with managing corporate assets help Erick Hoens on the job.

Business, Management, and Leadership
Degree Level: Associate 2011
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Administrative Support Technology - AAS

Human Resources Assistant

Her co-op experience helped Monica Wilmot make decisions about her future career.

Business, Management, and Leadership
Degree Level: Graduate 2010
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Marketing and Sales Management - MBA

Director of Marketing

Studies and opportunities at RIT have given Corey Axelrod experience in marketing, product design and management and strategic business planning that he will put to good use as Director of Marketing and Sales for a multimedia company.

Computing and Information Sciences
Degree Level: Associate 2010
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Information and Computing Studies

IT Specialist

Indiana native Blake Berry graduated with skills that landed him a job in his hometown.

Communications and Digital Media
Degree Level: Bachelor 2010
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Graphic Design - BFA

Junior Graphic Designer

A prime example of the growing influence of social media, Megan Clegg found her job on Twitter.

Undeclared and Individualized Study
Degree Level: Bachelor 2010
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Packaging Science, Quality and Applied Statistics

Packaging Development Consultant

At Elizabeth Arden, a global fragrance and cosmetics company, Makini Diaz's co-op experience in packaging design helped her gain the real-world experience that translated into a full-time job after graduation.

Art, Design, and Architecture
Degree Level: Bachelor 2010
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Architecture Technology - BS

Computer Aided Drafting Operator and Quality Control Technician

The comprehensive background in computer aided drafting technology that Ryan Hallermann got at RIT/NTID led to a bachelor's degree and an interest in preserving our natural resources

Business, Management, and Leadership
Degree Level: Bachelor 2010
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Accounting - BS

Logistics Management Specialist

Sara Knapp credits her RIT accounting major with helping her develop research, analysis, and decision-making skills she uses to manage inventory for the U.S. Marine weapon systems.

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Bachelor 2010
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Mechanical Engineering Technology - BS

Manufacturing Engineer

Wyoming native Will Roach completed a co-op with Eaton Aerospace in Jackson, Miss., as a design engineer in summer 2008 and used that experience to help him land a permanent job.

Business, Management, and Leadership
Degree Level: Bachelor 2009
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Business Management - BS

Logistics Management Specialist

Business Management training at RIT prepared Elizabeth Giraldi with the decision-making skills she needs at the Naval Inventory Control Point where her job involves procuring, buying, monitoring and supplying inventory for the U.S. Navy.

Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education
Degree Level: Graduate 2009

Human Resource Development - MS

Human Resource Specialist

Amanda McWhorter's interests in people, jobs and future success led her to a government job in her field of study.

Business, Management, and Leadership
Degree Level: Bachelor 2009
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Management Information Systems - BS

Network Operation Center Engineer

His major in Management Information Systems offered Amardeep Sekhri opportunities for a full-time job in Silicon Valley and a co-op on Wall Street where he got the real-world experience that helped him land his job at Yahoo!

Undeclared and Individualized Study
Degree Level: Bachelor 2009
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Human Resources

Human resources assistant

Sofia Silezar's work helps others find jobs.

Engineering and Engineering Technology
Degree Level: Associate 2008
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Computer Integrated Machining Technology - AOS

CNC Machinist

Reviewing blueprints and calculating work specifications for precision-machined parts used for equipment in support of the U. S. Army are integral parts of Lawrence Dorsey's workday.