NCCC Success Stories
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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
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.
Visual Communications Studies - AOS
Graphic Designer
Gabriela Perrusquia used her graphic design skills to help clients achieve their goals.
Professional and Technical Communication
Student Volunteer Intern
Michael Raffanti helps with the nation's business in Washington, D.C.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Marketing - BS
Assistant Marketing Manager
Marketing, finance and business courses gave Jaime Harter the training she needed to succeed.
Computer Aided Drafting Technology - AAS
Architectural Intern
New and exciting experiences kept Kehinde Ogunbayo busy during her co-op in California.
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.
American Sign Language-English Interpretation
VI - Video Interpreter
Take your responsibilities seriously, do the work and take ownership of what you do.
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.
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.
Finance - BS
Logistics Management Specialist
Finance and business training plus familiarity with managing corporate assets help Erick Hoens on the job.
Administrative Support Technology - AAS
Human Resources Assistant
Her co-op experience helped Monica Wilmot make decisions about her future career.
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.
Information and Computing Studies
IT Specialist
Indiana native Blake Berry graduated with skills that landed him a job in his hometown.