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It provides hypothetical projects to students in order to geta sense of the job. These programs are self-guided and can be completed at your own pace. The purpose is to explore industries, test out the waters of the job, and start gaining experience.  \nJob simulators are found online through platforms, such as LinkedIn Learning. This service includes job simulators in business, arts, and technology.  \nWhile a great resource, it has a membership fee. NCC's  \nCareers office recommends students to use Forage instead.  \n1  \nWhatis  \nForage?  \nForage is a job simulator platform that is FREE for students! These virtual learning experiences are created by leading companies, including Visa, Lyft, Red Bull, and more! These programs are to simulate the real-world experience of that particular position. They're designed with the student in mind. This means the projects are entry-level, provides resources throughout the program, and is risk-free.  \n[https://www.theforage.com/](https://www.theforage.com/)  \nParticipants will receive a certificate from the company upon completing a project. The participant will not be compensated or offer any type of employment opportunities. These experiences are purely just to practice potential projects, tasks, and responsibilities of that position. Forage does provide guidance on how to include these experiences in a resume.  \nTheBenefits  \nExploration  \nThese job simulators are a great resource for students who are trying to decide which career path to pursue, or even which specific area within an industry. For example, there are many opportunities for a business student, ranging from human resources to marketing to finance  \nConfidence  \nYou will gain a better understanding of the industry and gain confidence in specific tasks. These programs provide firsthand experience which can provide a better understanding of the job at head beyond what the classroom can teach. This can help you prepare for an internship or an entry level position.  \nAdding Experience  \nYou can certainly add a job simulator to your resume. It can also serve as a talking point in either a cover letter or interview. You can address what you didn't know about the position before the simulator, and how it sharpened your knowledge of the job.  \nTime Management  \nA job simulator is a great task to complete during breaks or when you don't have the time available to commit to an internship or job. You can still gain experience without having to sacrifice other priorities, or if you just don't think you're ready to apply for positions yet. This is a great way to show an employer how you occupied your time!  \nProfessional Development  \nForage offers a plethora of personal and professional development simulators. 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