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
Graphic Design - BFA
Junior Graphic Designer
A prime example of the growing influence of social media, Megan Clegg found her job on Twitter.
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.
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
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.
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 - 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.
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.
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!
Human Resources
Human resources assistant
Sofia Silezar's work helps others find jobs.
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.
Packaging Science - MS
Senior Packaging Engineer
A promotion and job transfer from Tennessee to New Jersey keeps Matt Jenkins busy creating sterile and safe packaging for critical medical needs.
Human Resources Development - MS
Human Resources Business Partner
Sam Sepah says his experiences at RIT helped him succeed both personally and professionally.
Environmental Science - MS
Senior Environmental Specialist/Biologist
Reviewing the environmental aspects of pipeline operations takes Melissa Skyer out of the office.
Environmental Science - BS
CBP Agriculture K-9 Officer
Melissa Wallace and her partner work together to sniff out prohibited food and plant items to prevent them from entering the country and contaminating our national food sources.