New Employee Experience

New Employee Experience (NEE) is a six-month program for each new employee. With four in-person sessions and additional resources, NEE is designed to:

Accelerate new employee’s productivity, and
Create an environment where new employees begin to establish key connections to the mission, vision, strategic goals, and campus.

For a list of frequently asked questions, click here.

First 2 Weeks of Employment

Welcome to Tech is the first of many in-person interactions included in the New Employee Experience. New employees will enjoy an interactive, fun-filled day: connecting to Georgia Tech’s mission, vision, and values; forging new relationship; touring the campus; and receiving benefit and services information related to their new employment.

Enrollment	Automatic upon hire
Location	Varies, contact training@ohr.gatech.edu
Length	7 Hours
Time	8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Frequency	Bi-weekly on Wednesday

First 2.5 Months of Employment

The loose Q&A format provides an opportunity for new hires to find answers to their questions from experienced leaders from all over campus, and to share the benefit of their fresh perspective with key institute decision-makers. Participants leave this session with a deeper understanding of Tech’s culture, processes, resources, and community.

Enrollment	Automatic
Location	Technology Science Research Building (TSRB) Aud.
Length	2 Hours
Time	10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Frequency	Quarterly

First 3 Months of Employment

This class will introduce you to the foundation of Georgia Tech’s Performance Management approach, including interactive activities to hone your skills and deepen your connection with your peers. Topics include the link between engagement and satisfaction, the unexpected dangers of a comfort zone, and the three ingredients you can use today to create a more productive working relationship with your manager. Register now!

Location	Global Learning Center (GLC), Room 149
Length	2 Hours
Time	9 – 11 a.m.
Frequency	Monthly

First 6 Months of Employment

This class will prepare you to seize control of your career by mastering the four core attributes of professional success and satisfaction: Self-awareness, Perception, Fundamental Skills, and Specialty Skills. The session uses discussion and storytelling to heighten your understanding of all four attributes and features a number of engaging activities to help hone specific strengths in each area.
Register now!

Location	Global Learning Center (GLC), Room 149
Length	3 Hours
Time	9 – 12 p.m.
Frequency	Monthly

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can I attend a session if I have been employed longer than six months?
A. The last three sessions are open to all employees.

Q: Do I have to attend the full day of Welcome to Tech?
A: To get the most value out of the experience we highly recommend full participation throughout the entire day.

Q: My new employee missed one of the four sessions. How do they reschedule themselves?
A: Click on the “Register now! link” above, and register for a date that fits your schedule.

Q: Do I have to attend the New Employee Experience in the order they are listed?
A: We highly recommend following the timing set for each session in the New Employee Experience. Please contact training@ohr.gatech.edu if you have additional questions or concerns.

Q. I am hiring a new employee and have not attended all of these sessions. Is it too late for me to attend?
A. The last three sessions are open to all employees.

Q: Is parking validated for any session in the New Employee Experience Program?
A: Validation is not offered, however, we recommend taking advantage of the campus transportation options.

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