Career Services Center (CSC) offers career assistance focused on career exploration and professional readiness. Our experienced and friendly staff are available to help you take control of your career journey by providing you with a robust career development program that helps you make informed, intentional career decisions.
Success in today's workforce isn't just about technical expertise --- it's about mastering essential soft skills that set you apart as a professional. This workshop is designed to equip students with the top 10 soft skills that employers value most.
Your personal brand is how you present yourself to the world --- both in person and online. In this workshop, students will learn how to define and communicate their professional identity with confidence. By the end of the workshop, students will have practical tools to build a strong professional brand that sets them apart in job searches, internships, and career opportunities.
A great interview can be the key to landing your dream job or internship! In this interactive workshop, students will learn essential strategies to confidently navigate the interview process. We'll cover common interview questions, effective storytelling techniques, professional body language, and how to make a lasting impression.
Landing the right job requires more than just submitting applications --- it's about having a strategy! This workshop will equip students with effective job search techniques, including resume optimization, networking tips, leveraging online job boards, and standing out to employers.
Your resume and cover letter are your first chance to impress potential employers, make them count! In this hands-on workshop, students will learn how to craft a compelling resume and cover letter that highlight their skills, experience, and strengths. We'll cover formatting tips, keyword optimization, and strategies to tailor applications for specific jobs.
Not sure what career path is right for you? This workshop is designed for first-time college students of all ages looking to explore their interest, skills, and career options. Through guided activities and discussions, students will discover how to align their strengths with potential careers, research job opportunities, and develop a plan for success.
How do I get a job without any experience? How do I get experience without having a job? This is a dilemma many students face as they prepare to enter the workforce in their field of study. Work-Based Learning allows students to combine their classroom learning with professional work experience.
You’ll focus on:
1. Continue to search and participate in opportunities that will help you develop the qualities and skills employers are looking for such as leadership, analytical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills.
2. Expand portfolio to include volunteer activities, student organization participation, completed certificates and employment (Exploration & Preparation activities).
3. Research internship options and develop and internship on your own or with the help of Career Services Center staff.
4. Expand professional network through networking opportunities.
If you are invited to apply for work from an unsolicited email STOP and check to make sure the request is not coming from scammers. Scammers use email or text messages to trick you into giving them your personal information. Scams can vary widely, below are a few suggestions to help you avoid some common ones:
Contact Career Services staff today to find out if your employment offer is valid. For more information on how to avoid phishing scams visit the Federal Trade Commission Consumer Information page.
