A Degree Is a Starting Point. Experience Makes the Difference.
96% of employers surveyed by NACE rated communication and critical thinking as important, but only 54% rated new graduates highly proficient in communication and 56% in critical thinking.
Source: NACE, 2025
70% of employers surveyed by NACE use skills-based hiring for entry-level positions. A degree alone may not show employers what a candidate can do.
Source: NACE, Job Outlook 2026
Fewer than 40% of graduating seniors said they were familiar with skills-based hiring, even as employers increasingly use it. Students need to learn how to connect their experiences to the skills employers seek.
Source: NACE, 2026
Three Groups. One Shared Experience.
The Career Blueprint Intensive brings universities, employers, and experienced coaches together to prepare students for the workplace.
Universities and Student Org.
Host the experience on campus and bring students who are ready to prepare for their next career step.
Employers
Sponsor the experience and participate through interviews, practical feedback, and a closing panel.
Career Blueprint Co.
Our experienced coaches design and lead the day, helping students practice professional skills and connect their strengths to the workplace.
One Experience.
Two Ways to Participate.
Career Preparation for Every Next Step
Internship Track
For freshmen through juniors preparing to land an internship and make the most of the experience.
Launch Track
For juniors and seniors preparing for their first career role.
Real Experiences. Meaningful Progress.
Hear from students about their experiences with Career Blueprint Co.
"As a recent college graduate, I wasn't sure how to turn ambition into an actual career path. In the Career Blueprint Co. program both Tom and Chris helped me clarify my goals, build real confidence, and take practical steps toward the business career I want. I'd recommend them to any young professional who needs more than a pep talk; they give you a plan and show you how to successfully implement it."
— Allison Bovitz, Recent Graduate from Western Michigan University
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"Taking The Career Blueprint program was one of the most valuable experiences I've had during college. Through the CliftonStrengths assessment, I discovered my top five strengths and, more importantly, learned how to use them to my advantage in interviews, networking, and my professional career. Instead of focusing on what I lacked, the program taught me how to confidently communicate the value I bring and own my unique strengths.
Beyond career preparation, the program gave me a supportive community. In our small class, we were able to connect on a personal level and realized we all shared many of the same fears and uncertainties about our futures. As the program went on, I watched all of us grow in confidence, gain clarity about our career paths, and become more comfortable advocating for ourselves.
I left the program with practical tools, greater self-awareness, and the confidence to pursue opportunities I may have hesitated to go after before. I would highly recommend The Career Blueprint Program to any student who wants to better understand themselves, build confidence in their abilities, and feel more prepared for life after college. Thank you, Tom and Chris, it was an absolute pleasure! "
— Christina Campbell, Eastern Michigan University Graduate Center for Digital Engagement
"Before taking the Career Blueprint class, I wasn't sure how to separate myself from other job candidates. The class taught me how to confidently use the STAR interview method, navigate today's AI-driven hiring process, and develop a strategy that helped me stand out. I now feel prepared, confident, and excited about launching my career."
— Jacob Lau, Junior from Eastern Michigan University