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2025's Program - POWERED BY - Enterprise Mobility!
The Career Pathways Program is a paid, 8-week training initiative for federal work study students. Participants receive up to 20 hours of intensive career preparation and skill development, focused on the most common job categories on campus. Each week will highlight a different career skill, ranging from technology and professionalism to leadership and critical thinking. Students will engage in targeted learning modules, hands-on projects, and professional development activities to build on the 8 career skills. Upon completion, students will have the opportunity to expand their work experience through working on tasks provided by different departments on campus.
Breaking it all down:
Participants will engage in a 20 hour training program introducing them to the skills they need for the most common campus jobs.
Post training, students will have the option to continue working on projects and tasks from campus partners.
Participants will have their resume added to a specialized Resume Book that will be shared with campus partners who might be searching for future job candidates.
Fall Application Opens Soon
Note: this program is intended for FWS eligible students who have not yet secured campus employment for the upcoming program cycle.
This program has a tight application process and timeline
- Application Stage: Complete the Career Pathways Program application (click the Apply button above)
- Initial Screening Stage: Keep an eye on your email! You will receive an email with a Big Interview link if you progress to the next stage.
- Final Screening Stage: Complete the Big Interview at your earliest convenience.
- Hiring Stage: Keep an eye on your email! You will receive information about completing the I-9 hiring process
Participants will be able to expand their career knowledge and build on the eight career skills through various learning modules and assessments. Participants will then have the opportunity to transfer their learned skills into a paid position on campus. After completion of the 8 week program, students can choose to stay in the program for the semester and work on a variety of tasks assigned by different departments on campus, or they can pursue on-campus employment opportunities on their own with their newly developed skills.
Apply sound reasoning to analyze issues, synthesize information, and engage in strategic decision making to solve problems
Why learn this? You will be faced with puzzles and problems on the job and it requires the ability to have a solutions focused mindset to move projects and programs forward.
What you will learn:
- How to engage in strategic decision making
- Generate innovate solutions
- Time management skills
Facilitator: TBD
Deliver information across various mediums while actively listening for understanding. Engage in appropriate email etiquette, efficient communication channel
Why learn this? Effective communication is the clear and concise exchange of ideas, whether written, verbal, or non-verbal, tailored to different audiences. It fosters understanding and collaboration by actively listening and responding thoughtfully.
- What you will learn:
- Email etiquette techniques
- Effective communication pathways
Facilitator: TBD
Develop and sustain collaborative relationships by demonstrating shared responsibility, empathy, and respect. Participate in team building exercises to improve conflict management, communication, and mutual respect.
Why learn this? Teamwork is the ability to work well with others to achieve a common goal. It requires mutual respect, adaptability, and the ability to problem solve.
- What you will learn:
- How to develop and sustain collaborative relationships
- How to manage emotions and conflicts
- Accountability for individual and team responsibilities
Facilitator: TBD
Utilize technology effectively and efficiently for communication, problem-solving, and task completion. Engage in various technology systems such as ChatGPT, Google Suite, and more.
Why learn this? Proficiency in technology means using digital tools and platforms to solve problems, complete tasks, and enhance productivity. It includes adapting to new technologies and staying informed about evolving trends in a tech-driven world.
- What you will learn:
- Engage in various technology systems such as ChatGPT, Google Suite, and more
- How to use technology to improve efficiency
Facilitator: TBD
Execute effective decision making to influence others and achieve common goals.
Why learn this? Leadership is the ability to inspire, guide, and motivate others toward achieving common goals while fostering a positive, collaborative environment. Strong leaders encourage growth, make decisions, and lead by example with vision and integrity.
- What you will learn:
- Taking initiative practices
- Leadership development strategies
Facilitator: TBD
Understand and exhibit effective work habits in diverse work environments, acting in ways that benefit both the larger community and the workplace.
Why learn this? Professionalism entails maintaining a high standard of behavior, responsibility, and ethics in the workplace. It includes reliability, accountability, and demonstrating respect for colleagues, clients, and organizational goals.
- What you will learn:
- Effective work habits in diverse work environments
- Professional strengths and areas for improvement
Facilitator: TBD
Practice self awareness by recognizing strengths and areas for growth. Develop educational and professional goals and map out paths to implementation.
Why learn this? Career and self-development involves taking proactive steps to improve skills, knowledge, and experiences that align with long-term career goals. This includes seeking out learning opportunities and adapting to changes in the professional landscape.
- What you will learn:
- Various pathways to evaluate your career
- Career and goal mapping techniques
Facilitator: TBD
Deepening your communication and listening skills to understand practices and strategies to forming strong alliances and collaborations with other people in the workplace.
Why learn this? Engagement across Perspectives requires creating a work environment where various perspectives, backgrounds, and identities are valued and respected. It involves a commitment to developing the awareness, attitudes, and knowledge needed for working in diverse settings.
- What you will learn:
- How to become an active and effective listener
- Forming strong alliances and collaborations with others
Facilitator: TBD
FAQ
This program is limited to Federal Work Study students only. Please visit the Career Center for information and resources about other programs and positions.
The pay is $10/hour for the 8 week training program.
This is a hybrid program. Students will spend about 2.5 hours per week in a combination of in person and virtual training sessions, targeted learning modules, hands-on activities, and workshops.
The training portion of the program will begin the first week of the 2025 spring semester and last until the week of March 10.
Students will have the opportunity to complete tasks by different departments on campus while utilizing their Federal Work Study money.
Email Rianna Waters at rwater12@charlotte.edu - Program Coordinator.
Please be advised that Ms. Waters works only on Wednesdays from 12pm - 5pm.
As part of the Program, we expect students to maintain professionalism and integrity throughout their placement. To ensure a positive experience for all parties, the following guidelines are in place:
Responsiveness:
Students are required to maintain regular communication with both their employer/site and the Career Center. Failure to respond to inquiries or provide status updates in a timely manner may result in disciplinary action.
Falsification of Timesheets:
Any instance of falsifying timesheets or submitting inaccurate hours will result in immediate action. If it is determined that time has been falsely reported, the student will be subject to disciplinary action, including removal from the program.
Proof of Work Completion:
Students must be able to provide proof of work completed upon request. This may include, but is not limited to, work logs, project submissions, or confirmation from the employer/site. If a student is unable to demonstrate that work has been completed, this will be considered grounds for removal from the program.
Disciplinary Action:
If a student is found to be unresponsive, has falsified timesheets, or is unable to provide proof of work completion, they will be immediately removed from the program and prohibited from applying for any placements through Hire-A-Niner for the following semester.
These rules are designed to uphold the professional standards of the program and ensure that both students and employers have a positive and productive experience. Please direct any questions to the Career Center for clarification.
Example Post-Training Tasks
Gather data on market size, trends, competitors, and customer preferences. Prepare a comprehensive report with findings and recommendations
Dive into LinkedIn to support campus partners seeking information about alumni or recent graduates. Information sourcing might include where they work or whether they engaged in experiential learning. Developing skills in searching for information from this task.
Create content calendars, design posts, and schedule them for publication.
Provide support for various events on campus to include preparing materials and supporting day-of event needs.