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Customer Service

Location: United States
Experience Type: Virtual Work Experience Opportunities
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Manage customer relations with this Forage Academy program.

Welcome to the Forage Academy Customer Service Simulation. We’re so excited to have you here!

This program introduces you to the fast-paced, people-focused world of customer service in the financial services industry. Whether you’re helping someone access their account or guiding them through important decisions, exceptional service starts with empathy, clear communication, and resourceful problem-solving.

In this simulation, you’ll step into the role of a Customer Service Representative and complete tasks modeled on real client interactions. You’ll learn how to:

Actively listen and build strong client relationships

Deliver excellent customer service in a variety of scenarios

Use digital tools to locate accurate information and provide solutions

Our goal is to help you explore what it’s like to work in a client-facing role within financial services—and gain skills that are valuable across many industries.

We’re thrilled to support you as you develop your talents and confidence in customer experience. Let’s get started!

This program is self-paced. It takes approximately 30-60 mins to complete.

Skills Learned:

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    Helping customers achieve financial dreams

    • Active Listening
    • Communication
    • Customer Service
    • Empathy
  • Assist Client with a Withdrawal
    Navigate digital resources to help locate accurate information for your client

    • Research
    • Communication
    • Customer Service
  • Finish Line

Experience Information

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Contact & Location

Phone
540-231-6241
Email
cpd@vt.edu
Website
http://career.vt.edu
Address

Smith Career Center
870 Washington St. SW
Blacksburg, VA 24061

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Summer AM Hours Summer PM Hours
M Monday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
T Tuesday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
W Wednesday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
TH Thursday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
F Friday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Meet the Team

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Leigh Anne Byrd Meet Leigh Anne
Jama Coartney Meet Jama
Sue Ellen Crocker Meet Sue Ellen
Autumn Davis Meet Autumn
Anna Devlin Meet Anna
Meredith Gerber Meet Meredith
Heidi Gilbert Meet Heidi
Zoie Hairfield Meet Zoie
Alyssa Henderson Meet Alyssa
Jim Henderson Meet Jim
Patricia Hughes Meet Patricia
Krystal Johnson Meet Krystal
Katherine Murphy Meet Katherine
Tracy Newton Meet Tracy
Taylar Palmer Meet Taylar
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Phone
540-231-6241
Email
cpd@vt.edu
Website
http://career.vt.edu
Address

Smith Career Center
870 Washington St. SW
Blacksburg, VA 24061

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