This program is tailored for Coastal Carolina University students seeking to grow both personally and professionally while fulfilling college requirements. It’s ideal for students who want to build essential soft skills, gain real-world readiness, and start preparing for impactful careers in the local workforce.
In partnership with Coastal Carolina University, Partnership Grand Strand (PGS) facilitates a series of professional development activities designed to help students sharpen the soft skills that employers value most. These sessions align with academic requirements while focusing on key competencies such as:
Communication
Teamwork
Leadership
Problem-solving
Workplace readiness
Through real-world scenarios, interactive learning, and expert-led sessions, students walk away with the confidence and tools to succeed beyond the classroom. The program not only prepares students for long-term success but also strengthens the talent pipeline for Horry County and the surrounding region.
Students: Participate in scheduled sessions through CCU and take advantage of this opportunity to grow your career readiness and professional toolkit.
Faculty and Advisors: Refer students or integrate these development activities into existing academic or extracurricular pathways.
Employers and Professionals: Partner with PGS to offer real-world insights, lead sessions, or mentor students as they prepare to enter the workforce.
Contact Partnership Grand Strand or CCU’s Career Services to learn more about upcoming sessions and partnership opportunities.
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Partnership Grand Strand (PGS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation and a five-year strategic initiative designed to accelerate economic prosperity and quality of life for all businesses and residents across Horry and Georgetown counties.
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