NCCC Success Stories

Employers SAY...

Our two deaf employees had the technical skills that we needed, and they had the energy and enthusiasm that we needed, and in any job that we have, we find those are the two most important things. They showed it in their interviews and during the recruiting process and as co-ops working with us, so this was an excellent opportunity to hire them.

IBM - Austin, Texas

Area of Study
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.

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.