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PeopleGrove Partners with SkillsFirst to Elevate Career Readiness and Career Outcomes for Higher Education Institutions September 5, 2024 — PeopleGrove, […]
PeopleGrove Partners with SkillsFirst to Elevate Career Readiness and Career Outcomes for Higher Education Institutions
September 5, 2024 — PeopleGrove, the leading higher education platform for student and alumni engagement, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with SkillsFirst, an innovative provider of advanced AI-powered career tools. This collaboration is a natural extension of PeopleGrove’s commitment to student and alumni outcomes. SkillsFirst's industry-leading resources will integrate into the PeopleGrove platform as Resume and Career Prep Tools powered by SkillsFirst, offering an easily accessible resource to the millions of students and alumni on PeopleGrove's platform.
Empowering Career Outcomes and Success
Through this partnership, higher education institutions partnering with PeopleGrove will now be able to offer their students and alumni a comprehensive suite of career preparation tools directly within the PeopleGrove platform. These advanced resources, including AI-driven resume-building tools, personalized career guidance, interactive interview preparation, and mock interviews, empower institutions to boost their students' employability, ultimately enhancing their reputation for career readiness and long-term alumni success. Access to these tools within the PeopleGrove platform will support users across the globe in their journey from higher education to careers.
With nearly 70% of students identifying resume development as their top expectation from career services, our partnership with SkillsFirst enhances our platform and reaffirms our dedication to improving career exploration, readiness, and outcomes for students and alumni.
Recent surveys show that college students prioritize career services focusing on resume development, career exploration, recruitment events, and networking. According to the newest Student Voice survey on life after college, reported by Inside Higher Ed, students identified the most necessary services offered by career centers as follows (Student Voice Survey 2023):
These conditions impact student confidence, career readiness, and first-destination success.
Seamless Integration for Enhanced User Experience
This partnership sets a new standard in career preparation for students and alumni. It combines PeopleGrove's unmatched engagement and career navigation platform with SkillsFirst's cutting-edge AI-driven tools, creating an all-in-one career readiness solution that no other platform offers. A seamless integration ensures that every PeopleGrove user is equipped with the tools they need to not only achieve their career goals but also to excel in a competitive job market, driving higher first-destination rates and long-term alumni success.
"At PeopleGrove, we are committed to serving our Institution partners and providing their users with the best possible tools to succeed in their education and careers," said Dawn Hiles, CEO of PeopleGrove. "With nearly 70% of students identifying resume development as their top expectation from career services, our partnership with SkillsFirst enhances our platform and reaffirms our dedication to improving career exploration, readiness, and outcomes for students and alumni. This collaboration aligns with our mission to be an impactful partner to Higher Education Institutions."
“Partnering with PeopleGrove allows us to extend the reach of our career preparation tools to millions of students and alumni, empowering them with the resources they need to succeed in today’s competitive job market," said Dave McNasby, CEO of SkillsFirst. "We are excited to contribute to the mission of higher education institutions by helping them provide tangible career outcomes and reinforcing the long-term value of a college degree."
Partnering with PeopleGrove allows us to extend the reach of our career preparation tools to millions of students and alumni, empowering them with the resources they need to succeed in today’s competitive job market.
About PeopleGrove
PeopleGrove is a leading student and alumni engagement provider, connecting students, alumni, and professionals through a comprehensive platform to enhance student success, career readiness, and professional networking. Founded in 2015, PeopleGrove partners with over 650 institutions, including prestigious universities such as Yale, Stanford, the University of Texas San Antonio, the University of Michigan, Georgetown, and the University of Maryland Global Campus. Recognized as an industry leader, PeopleGrove has earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies. To learn more about PeopleGrove, visit https://peoplegrove.com.
About SkillsFirst
SkillsFirst is a cutting-edge provider of career preparation tools specializing in resume development, career assessments, and interview preparation. Focusing on increasing employability and career success, SkillsFirst's tools are used by job seekers, career coaches, and educational institutions to deliver personalized career guidance and support. To learn more about SkillsFirst, visit https://skillsfirst.com.
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