Technology Skills for the Modern Workplace

Before you click “Register” (please read):
This event is interactive and seats are limited. If you register, you’re making a commitment to attend.

Practice your professionalism and add it to your calendar right after registering so you don’t forget.
 

If you can’t make it, please unregister in Handshake as soon as possible so another student can take your spot.

No-show policy: If you register and do not attend, your Handshake account will be deactivated and you will need to request reactivation by emailing careers@echo.rutgers.edu

Technology Skills for the Modern Workplace (In-Person)

Want to build technology skills that employers expect, but not sure where to start or what tools to learn first? Rutgers gives you access to free resources that can help you build real technology proficiency, strengthen your resume, and feel more confident using professional tools. In this session, you will learn how to access and use Rutgers-supported platforms like LinkedIn Learning, Adobe, and other technology resources to create a personalized skill-building plan you can follow all semester.

What You Will Learn and Do

You will leave with:

• Learn which technology skills are commonly requested in internships and entry-level jobs


• Get step-by-step guidance on how to access free Rutgers resources such as LinkedIn Learning and Adobe


• Explore additional Rutgers-supported tools that can help you with productivity, collaboration, and digital creation


• Build a short, realistic technology skill plan based on your interests, major, and career goals


• Identify how to document and communicate your technology growth on LinkedIn and your resume

Great fit for you if you:

• Want to become more confident with technology used in professional settings


• Want to learn how to use free Rutgers resources instead of paying out of pocket


• Want a clear plan for what to learn and how to stay consistent


• Want to build skills that support your student employment role, coursework, or internship search

How to prepare

Bring a laptop if possible. Come with one area you want to improve (examples: data and spreadsheets, presentations, graphic design, video editing, project management, or professional communication tools).

Date/Time: 3/25/2026 | 4:00–5:15 PM
Location: GTV Seminar Room
Format: In-person