Team Building
Do you play nicely with others? Does the opportunity to work on a group project, either for class or in a student organization, get you excited? There are a variety of ways that you can contribute to a team, and it helps to gain experience in team building to figure out how you can have an impact. Employers are looking for someone who can collaborate, make a contribution to a larger group, and lead from within.
How You Might Build This Skill
- Participate actively in group discussions or projects in your classes.
- Consider participating in a sport, whether it’s intramurals or club sports, to build strong relationships and work collaboratively in a variety of ways.
- Contemplate taking on a leadership role in a student organization to give you firsthand experience in working with others and taking responsibility for heading up a team.
- Look into volunteering through the Bonner Center for Civic Engagement; you’ll see firsthand what can be accomplished when a diverse group of people bands together for a common cause.
- Consider courses in group dynamics, interpersonal communication, or leadership to understand how teams operate, and how you can best contribute.