Job Skills Stories & News

Person casting metal in UNI Metal Casting Center

UNI’s Metal Casting Center partners with METAL to provide workforce training in casting and forging for K-12 students and professionals

The UNI Metal Casting Center is proud to announce a partnership with the Metallurgical Engineering Trades Apprenticeship & Learning program, led by IACMI – The Composites Institute®, to enhance and scale up industry-driven training opportunities for current and prospective metalworking and manufacturing professionals. 
Ivana Ebersole in Georgetown

From UNI to the Smithsonian: Finding a place in the museum world

A summer internship at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History is giving UNI history graduate Ivana Ebersole a behind-the-scenes look at one of the world's leading museums while helping her discover where she fits in the museum profession.
Woman on laptop

What are micro-credentials and how can they advance careers?

For practicing educators and working professionals, micro‑credentials offer a flexible way to grow your expertise without committing to a full degree. Here’s how they work and why they’re worth considering. 
Student teacher working with special needs student

How can I make myself a more marketable teacher? 5 ideas for future educators

Here are a few ways you can enhance your college experience that will set you up to wow school administrators when you’re applying for teaching jobs upon graduation.
Business student writing at desk

What are the top business skills employers want?

These are some of the top business skills employers want and where graduates have the greatest opportunity to make an impact.
Mehmet Aydin and Austin Wildeboer pose for the camera

UNI metal casting students featured in national series promoting manufacturing careers

The series aims to generate excitement about manufacturing careers and highlight programs preparing the next generation of industry leaders. "It’s really getting that hands-on experience, and the University of Northern Iowa is doing a great job of that.”
Nursing student working with patient during clinicals

First UNI nursing students experience clinicals in real-world hospitals

University of Northern Iowa nursing students are experiencing clinicals in real-world health care settings, setting them up for professional success.
Athletic training student getting hands-on experience

Health careers you may not have heard of (and how to land one!)

We’ve all heard of doctors and nurses, but the health care field is so much broader than that. Here are some health careers you may not have heard of!
Foundry workers pouring hot metal

What is a foundry? Where cutting-edge labs forge career-ready skills.

If you’re interested in an engineering or manufacturing career, real-world experience in a foundry will help set you up for success. Find out how!
Student writing at the UNI Rod Library

Beyond academics: Practical graduate writing tips for busy people like you

Are you a grad student? This might be the article you need. Here are some tips to start strengthening your academic writing.