Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
YRUP-0036
Version:
1
Organization's ID:
Internship Seminar
Organization:
Year Up, Inc. d/b/a Year Up United
Location:
Hybrid
Length:
3 months or 6 months
Minimum Passing Score:
70
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Human Resources
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to refine professional and career development skills while preparing for a successful transition to a work-based experience. Through five micro-learning modules, students will practice strategies for navigating a new company and professional relationships, develop a career portfolio, plan long-term career and education goals, enhance critical job search skills, and effectively conclude a work-based experience. This course supports securing a full-time professional job aligned with student career interests.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Develop and implement strategies to manage complex workplace situations by identifying support structures and professional resources.
  • Create a compelling professional brand through a well-crafted elevator pitch, a refined LinkedIn profile, and constructive colleague feedback.
  • Construct a clear, realistic, actionable professional development plan with measurable learning goals for on-the-job training, self-driven upskilling, and long-term career growth.
  • Develop and apply skills in resume writing, cover letter development, LinkedIn optimization, career research, and job search tracking to secure career opportunities aligned with personal and professional goals.
  • Prepare for and execute interviews using STAR storytelling techniques, conduct strategic follow-up, assess job offers, and negotiate salary and benefits to align with long-term career and financial objectives.
  • Establish a structured plan for the first 90 days of a new job, including understanding workplace norms, setting professional development goals, building key relationships, and leveraging support systems.

General Topics:

  • Workplace Navigation
  • Communication and Conflict Management
  • Manager Collaboration
  • Professional Branding
  • Resume and Cover Letter Development
  • LinkedIn and Networking
  • Career and Education Planning
  • Skill Development
  • Job Search Strategies
  • Informational Interviewing
  • Interview Preparation and Execution
  • Job Offer Assessment and Negotiation
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Learner Presentations
  • Practical Exercises
  • Project-based Instruction

Methods of Assessment:

  • Case Studies
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes
  • Capstones
Supplemental Materials
Equivalencies