National Urban League Career Readiness

Why complete this Job Simulation

A risk-free way to experience work on the job. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.

Self-paced

6-7 hours

No grades

No assessments

Introductory

Welcome to our program! We are so excited to have you here.

With 92 affiliates in 36 states and the District of Columbia, the National Urban League spearheads the development of social programs and authoritative public policy research, and advocates for policies and services that close the equality gap. At the community level, the Business Executive Exchange Program and its affiliates provide direct services that improve the lives of more than two million people annually.

During this program, you’ll learn how to define your story to present to industry professionals and explore career options that align with your goals. We hope this program provides a great resource for you to up-skill and strengthen your resume.

How it works

Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from industry experts. No live sessions, all self-paced.
Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extra curricular activity.
Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for the job.

Skills you will learn and practice:

Communication

Interview Skills

Pitch Development

Planning

Professional Networking

Public Speaking

Research

Research Skills

Resume Writing

Technical Writing

Introduction from National Urban League

Tasks

Task One: Owning Your Story by Creating an Elevator Pitch

30-60 minsIntroductory

Learn how to leverage your story so that you can secure your dream job

What you'll learn

How to craft an effective elevator pitch and deliver a compelling story in 30 seconds.
Identifying personal strengths, unique attributes, and passions.

What you'll do

Study provided resources, read an article, and watch a video on elevator pitch creation.
Create a concise and memorable elevator pitch for networking and job-related situations.

Task One: Owning Your Story by Creating an Elevator Pitch

30-60 minsIntroductory

Learn how to leverage your story so that you can secure your dream job

What you'll learn

How to craft an effective elevator pitch and deliver a compelling story in 30 seconds.
Identifying personal strengths, unique attributes, and passions.

What you'll do

Study provided resources, read an article, and watch a video on elevator pitch creation.
Create a concise and memorable elevator pitch for networking and job-related situations.

Reviews

4.5

I liked how the program was structured with real-world tasks that closely reflect actual industry work. The step-by-step guidance made it easy to understand concepts, and the practical simulations helped me build confidence and improve my problem-solving skills. It was a great learning experience overall

Student

I liked how the program pushed you to think about your career from every angle, who you are, what you want, how you communicate, and how you show up professionally. It wasn’t just about writing a resume or practicing interview answers; it walked you through the full process of becoming internship‑ready.

Student, Texas Tech University

I really enjoyed how the program provided hands-on, real-world scenarios that helped me understand the expectations of a professional work environment. The tasks were well-structured, easy to follow, and helped me build confidence in my decision-making and communication skills. It gave me great insight into Discover's work culture and values, which I found very inspiring.

Student