This document provides an orientation for new full-stack web developers at Centriq, including instructions for logging into their online portal, an overview of average IT salaries, the importance of soft skills for IT professionals, and resources available from Centriq's student and career services teams to support students' professional development and job search.

1. 2017 Full-Stack Web Developers!
1. Open Chrome browser and go to centriq.instructure.com
2. Enter your email address (the one you gave Russ).
3. Enter “P@ssw0rd” (This password is also on the top left corner of
white board)
4. Once logged in go to settings and change your password.
If you have any issues no worries, we will be in to help you shortly!
Welcome!

2. Full-Stack Web Developer
Orientation!
Welcome!

3. Nicole Trendel
Sr. Student Advisor
& Alumni Coordinator
Ntrendel@centriq.com
913-322-7089
Student & Career Services
Kiera Roberts
Career Services Advisor
Kroberts@centriq.com
913-322-7038

6. The Big Picture of IT

7. Sources: Robert Half Technology 2017 Salary Guide

8. Avg increase = 4.9%
NOTE: These salaries
are national averages
of all experience levels
– entry to senior.
2017 Average IT Salaries

9. NOTE: These salaries
are national averages
of all experience levels
– entry to senior.
2017 Average IT Salaries

10. NOTE: These salaries
are national averages
of all experience levels
– entry to senior.
2017 Average IT Salaries

11. Goals For Your Future!

12. What is Expected from
IT Professionals?

13.  IT pros must share in making sound
business investment decisions.
 Successfully interact with other
departments.
 Communicate effectively with
colleagues.
Business/IT Alignment!

14. Tech Skills + Soft Skills = In-Demand IT Pros
Collaboration
Leverages the strengths and
unique perspectives of others
within the organization and
works with all stakeholders to
reach a solution.
Team-oriented
Works effectively and thrives
as a member of various work
groups to bring greater value
to the overall organization.
Creative
Finds new and innovative approaches to
performing the business at hand.
Problem-Solving
Understands complex business
issues and how to solve them
through technology.
Communication
Speaks to both technical and
nontechnical audiences with ease.
Source: Robert Half Technology 2016 Salary Guide

15. Leader or Team Player?

16. PERKS for IT Pros with Soft Skills…
 Earn more $$$!! Technical people with good
communication skills
 Advance your career!
 Identify and create more opportunities through
collaboration.
 Make your job search easier!
**75% of employers say soft skills are as important as, or
more important than, technical skills in securing entry-level
employment.

17. Resources &
Responsibilities

18. Technical Resume Development
 Resume Workshop
 Resume review via e-mail until it is ready to go!
Professional Career Consultations…
 Advice on Employability
 Professionalism
 Job Searching
Career Services Support
Kiera Roberts

19. Career Services Support

20. Career Services Support
Promotion of Networking Events & User Groups
Referrals to IT Staffing Companies
Job Postings
Kiera Roberts

21. Career Services Job Postings
of our students get their jobs from
Career Services posts!

23. Career Services Job Postings
How can I utilize these job postings?
 Learn about new companies!
 Gain contact names within companies.
 Get names of specific recruiters.
 Learn new Job Search Tips!

24. Sample Job Search Tip

25. What types of jobs can I apply for?
 .NET Developer
 ASP.NET Developer
 C# .NET Developer
 Software Developer
 Web Developer
 Application Developer
 Full-Stack Web Developer
 Programmer
 Programmer Analyst
 Website Specialist
 QA (Quality Assurance)
 Software Engineer
 NOTE - Make sure when it has “Engineer” it is
not too advance.

26. When can I apply for jobs?
Once you are half way through
the program you can feel free to
start your job search!

27. What if they require experience?
 You should apply for all jobs that say they require up to
3 years of experience.
 NOTE: We feel you come out of the program with what is
equivalent to 1 year of experience.
 IMPORTANT!! You are qualified for ALL jobs posted by
Career Services!
 NOTE: If the job opening does require experience beyond just
training we will post those to the ALUMNI JOB BOARD .

28. Interview Preparation!

29.  Technical Interviews
 General Interviews
 Phone Interviews
 Skype Interviews
Interview

30. Student Services Support
 Training Resource Advisor
 Mentoring
 Course Schedule
 Class Attendance
 Alumni Coordinator
Nicole Trendel

31.  Coding Career Foundation Instructor
 Elevator Pitch
 Social Presence
 LinkedIn
Student Services Support
Erin Long-Crowell
Trainer & Instructional Designer

32. INSIDE TRACK
What are employers look for?
Technical Skills
Dependability
Professionalism
Initiative
Commitment

33. INSIDE TRACK
Inside Track Students can take advantage of
being referred to our Employer Network.
The Ultimate
Reference!

34. INSIDE TRACK Reporting
Attendance (tracked daily)
No more than 3 “excused” absences and/or
tardies per track to remain on the Inside Track.
Project/Presentations
Must present and meet deadlines given by instructors.
Participation/Attentiveness
Measure of a student’s desire and
commitment to learn the material. This
includes active listening and/or participation
in class. (*no gaming/surfing in class.)

35. INSIDE TRACK Reporting
 Problem Solving Initiative
Measure of a student’s willingness to attempt
problem-solving, troubleshooting, and research-
oriented tasks during labs, projects, and lecture.
 Professional Approach
Measure of how well a student conducts him/herself in an appropriate
manner for a professional setting, which includes treating peers and
instructor with respect. (*No gaming/surfing in class.)
 Technical Skills

36. INSIDE TRACK Reporting

37. INSIDE TRACK Requirements
 Interview Techniques Seminar
[ ] Attended & Participated in
 Assignments:
[ ] Transferable Skills Assessment
[ ] Resume
[ ] LinkedIn Profile
[ ] Networking Contacts
[ ] Target Companies
[ ] IT Job Search Strategies

38. INSIDE TRACK Requirements
 Mock Interview Boot Camp (MIBC)
[ ] Attended
 Centriq’s IT Career Fairs
[ ] Attended (NOTE - If you do not have a job in IT you need to
make this your priority.)
 [ ] Met All Project Deadlines
 [ ] Attended any scheduled mentoring sessions

39. INSIDE TRACK Benefits
 We can provide you with the Ultimate Reference!
 Proactive resume submissions to companies with or
without current vacancies.
 Opportunity to be selected for Student of the Month!

40. Student of
the Month

41.  1,000’s of people get to learn more about YOU!
 Table talk
 Social Media Exposure
 Hundreds of opportunities for exposure to potential
employers.
 Value add to your resume and LinkedIn profile.
Student of the Month Program

42. Centriq Champion Awards

43. Student Responsibilities Acceptance

44. Career Successes!

45. Let Centriq show you the way!

46. Student Support Team
Ashlee Rhoades
ARhoades@centriq.com
Nicole Trendel
NTrendel@centriq.com
Tina Pugh
TPugh@centriq.com
Erin Long-Crowell
ELong-Crowell@centriq.com
Kiera Roberts
KRoberts@centriq.com

47. Earn $500.00!!!
Do you have a friend, colleague, or family
member who would like to join you in a
successful career in IT?
Every referral that enrolls in a TechSmart
KC Career Program will earn you $500!

48. Welcome to
We look forward to helping you
with your career transformation!
Again…
!