Students preparing for their first job benefit from more than subject knowledge. Employers and teams also need people who can communicate clearly, collaborate, learn new tools and solve problems responsibly.
Students can practise these skills through group projects, presentations, internships, volunteering and personal projects. Keeping a record of work helps them explain what they contributed and what they learned.
Digital literacy is important, including the ability to evaluate online information, use common tools appropriately and protect personal data. Students should also practise receiving feedback and asking questions when instructions are unclear.