Unlock Your Future: AI Job Search Skills Course by WriteSea & Oakton!

DES PLAINES, Ill.  , Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Oakton College is thrilled to unveil an exciting new course in collaboration with WriteSea, an innovative AI-driven career services platform designed to elevate student success through personalized job search assistance. The course, titled CIS 102 – Job Search Principles and Tools, will kick off in March 2025, reinforcing the college’s commitment to preparing students for the future of work.

This dynamic 1-credit hour course is brought to life thanks to funding from the Illinois Community College Board Trades school grant. It features a unique blend of engaging lectures and hands-on labs. During the lectures, students will build a robust foundation in essential job search techniques, learning crucial skills like interview prep, salary negotiations, resume crafting, and cover letter personalization. The lab segment will immerse students in WriteSea’s cutting-edge Job Search Genius platform, equipping them with the tools needed for creating standout resumes, sharpening their interview skills, and mastering negotiation tactics.

Hands-On Learning and Real-World Skills
Students will dive right into practical applications, honing their job search abilities in real-time. By the course’s conclusion, participants will emerge ready to tackle the competitive job market with newfound confidence. The curriculum emphasizes practical, accessible strategies tailored to today’s rapidly evolving employment landscape.

“We’re excited to offer this course as part of our unwavering dedication to student success,” said Ragaa Abdallah, Chair of Computer Technologies and Information Systems at Oakton College. “Partnering with WriteSea empowers us to equip students with vital career tools that will set them apart in their job hunt.”

A Major Milestone for WriteSea!
Brandon Mitchell, CEO of WriteSea, expressed, “This marks WriteSea’s inaugural implementation in an academic environment, representing a pivotal moment for our company. After helping thousands of students through our platform, we’re thrilled to collaborate with Oakton College to integrate WriteSea as a fundamental resource in students’ success journeys. It’s incredibly fulfilling to witness our platform directly impacting the classroom and preparing the future workforce with the tools they need to excel.”

Ragaa Abdallah added, “The Job Search Principles and Tools course is set to be incorporated into Oakton’s Computer Information Systems (CIS) degrees and certificates, with exciting prospects for expansion into other career and technical education (CTE) programs.”

Enrollment and Course Information
Enrollment kicks off on November 15, 2024. This 8-week, late-start class begins on March 17, 2025. Oakton College warmly invites students from all disciplines to seize this invaluable career development opportunity.

For additional information or to register, please email [email protected].

About WriteSea:
WriteSea is a minority-owned leader in the online recruitment space, dedicated to transforming the job-seeking landscape. With cutting-edge solutions, WriteSea empowers diverse job seekers with affordable, AI-enhanced personal branding tools, ensuring everyone has a fair shot in the competitive world of online recruitment. Discover how WriteSea is shaping the future of higher education by visiting WriteSea’s website.

About Oakton College:
Founded in 1969, Oakton College serves 17 communities across Illinois. With campuses in Des Plaines and Skokie, as well as online options, students can choose from over 130 associate degree and certificate programs, alongside 100+ short-term career-focused courses. Oakton prides itself on its diversity, with more than 50 languages spoken on campus. For more details, visit Oakton’s website.

Media Contacts:
Anthony Alegrete, WriteSea
[email protected]