JUNE/JULY 2018 NEWSLETTER

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1 JUNE/JULY 2018 NEWSLETTER facebook.com/ stcc_cdc Building 27, Second Floor Monday- Friday 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

2 STCC Career Development Center Our Vision The Career Development Center seeks to provide information and resources for students and alumni. The Career Development Center will guide students through the process of career goal setting, identify values and skills and achievement by providing optimal services and resources as well as utilizing best practices, encouraging and promoting awareness and experiential learning. Our Mission Empower, assist with goal setting and attainment, provide assistance with job search strategies and techniques and to provide job information. Outcomes are achieved by providing high quality services that meet the needs of STCC students and alumni.

3 Congratulations 2018 Graduates! We are proud of you! Did you know that our office is open year-round to help students and alumni with their job searches and career exploration. Our services don't end when you graduate! We can help you to build and improve your resume and cover letter. We can show you the features of our online CareerNet, and will even help you practice for a job interview! Reach out to one of the Career Development staff members, or stop by our office. You're ready for a great career! Moving Right Along... Beginning this fall, the Career Development Center will relocate from Building 27 to Building 19, the new Student Learning Commons. We are excited to share the newly-renovated space with other student service offices, the library and student social spaces. We're confident this move will support student success and allow us to provide even more career development opportunities. Look for more details soon, and come visit us there!

4 Why You Need an Internship Congratulations you ve finished the spring semester. Now what? Don t let the summer get away from you! Consider an internship/coop position. Whether or not it s paid or for credit, an internship is a valuable tool in career exploration. Here s why: 1. You ll get real world experience. Working as an intern gets your foot in the door at a professional company, giving you the opportunity to learn in a professional environment. You ll find out how to dress professionally, manage your time, and learn more about the career path you re pursuing. It s a great way to test out a possible job and meet others in the field. Which leads us to 2. Networking. Having an internship introduces you to possible employers and future colleagues. Prove to them that you re a valuable and reliable intern, and it could lead to a full-time job, references, and professional connections. Internships can also be a great way to find a mentor in the field, who can help lead you along your career path. Also, many employers hire interns permanently after they complete their degree program, so think of it as taking the inside track. 3. Build your resume. Employers are more likely to hire applicants who have demonstrated past interest in a field and an internship/coop is a fantastic way to show that. An internship will add professional experience to your resume, making you more marketable in the future than someone whose resume shows no experience in that career field. 4. Find out if it s the right field for you. Hopefully the internship will reinforce your plans to enter a career. But what if it doesn t, and you realize that you re just not interested in working in that field long-term? That s ok! It s much better to have this realization during the internship than after completing your degree and accepting a full-time job. Figure out what you did and didn t like about the field and shift your path that s all part of career exploration! Internships are important tools in career exploration. Want to learn more? Visit the STCC Career Development Center for more info!

5 We're Here for You! The Career Development Center is dedicated to helping STCC students and alumni reach their career goals. Here are just some of our services: Career Exploration, Information & Resources Co-op/internship program Job and employer information Resume and cover letter assistance Mock interviews/online interview assistance Free lifetime career services assistance Online job search videos Online Career Resource Library Access to additional on-line career tools and resources Career Net - an online Career Center for students, alumni & employers Job development assistance Job conversion into co-op/internship credit On-campus recruitment program/career fairs Career Assessment tools such as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) (available to current students)

6 Internship Etiquette Tips Your summer internship can help you gain valuable work experience. Here are tips for a successful internship this summer: 1. Arrive on time and stay late. Show that you are reliable, understand the importance of time management, and are committed to the job. 2. Don t hesitate to ask questions. You aren t expected to know or understand your new work environment right away. Listen carefully, take notes and ask thoughtful questions in order to understand the company s procedures. You're there to learn! 3. Dress the part. You are judged by your appearance. Take the extra time in the morning to dress your best, even if you only have a few key pieces. Follow the company dress code. Showing up sloppy, wrinkled or too casual sends the message that you don t take your internship seriously. 4. Put your cell phone away. Texting and taking personal calls during the work day will give the appearance that you are only biding your time until you can check summer internship off of your to do list. Limit your cell phone use to your lunch break or for emergencies only. 5. Network within the office. Make a positive impression on every staff member you encounter, even in other departments. You never know one of the team members may end up being your future supervisor. At the very least, they may be able to provide you with a good recommendation. 6. Stay positive and professional. Stay away from office gossip and keep a positive attitude. Try not to use slang, and speak professionally. 7. Stay in touch. After your internship has ended, continue to keep in contact with your boss and coworkers. You may be the first person they think of when a future opening comes up in the company. Adapted from

7 CareerNET is a free online career center for students. Search Jobs: View hundreds of job postings from employers located all over the United States as well as in our local area. These employers are looking for STCC students and graduates for their job openings. Announcements: Lists recent job postings as well as upcoming campus and local events Resource Library: Browse various handouts and worksheets on career development and the job search process, such as Sample Resume Sample Cover Letter and Tips for Networking. Resume Help: Users have access to resume worksheets and checklists to help them build a resume from scratch, or to improve an existing resume. Hundreds of videos ranging in length from 2-5 minutes, on various topics pertaining to the job search process, what it's like to work in a specific career or how to prepare for an interview. Check it out! Practice for interviews! Record yourself while answering specialized interview questions, then look for improvement areas. Here, students can learn about the job search process and have the opportunity to ask questions of career coaches/career center employees from all over the United States. Students can submit their questions online and receive a response.

8 bi++h+a33ah/3q3irul3njh+3nj3a Pamela J.White Director Erin Cherewatti Career Development Advisor In-Office Resources Career Development Work with students to identify their skills, values and interests. Students and alumni can utilize those tools to identify a possible career path that would be both rewarding and practical. Career Assessment Resumes & Cover Letters Assist with the creation and development of a resume and cover letter. Critiquing and providing constructive feedback to students and alumni. Interview Skills Assessments like the MBTI can provide students and alumni with guidance and support in identifying a career. Provide students and alumni with information to be successful in an interview setting. Job Search Assist students and alumni with their job search process.