Career Readiness Skills

As you plan for life after UGA, it is imperative to consider how your time and efforts at UGA translate into a valued skillset for which employers are looking. The UGA Career Center is here for you and will continue to provide you with career support in the form of appointments, programming, and resources in order for you to be prepared for life beyopnd the Arch!


Critical Thinking/Problem Solving

Identify and respond to needs based upon an understanding of situational context and logical analysis of relevant information.

Communication

Clearly and effectively exchange information, ideas, facts, and perspectives with persons inside and outside of an organization.

Teamwork

Build and maintain collaborative relationships to work effectively toward common goals, while appreciating diverse viewpoints and shared responsibilities.

Technology

Understand and leverage technologies ethically to enhance efficiencies, complete tasks, and accomplish goals.

Leadership

Recognize and capitalize on personal and team strengths to achieve organizational goals.

Professionalism

Knowing work environments differ greatly, understand and demonstrate effective work habits, and act in the interest of the larger community and workplace.

Career & Self-Development

Proactively develop oneself and one’s career through continual personal and professional learning, awareness of one’s strengths and weaknesses, navigation of career opportunities, and networking to build relationships within and without one’s organization.