Career and Job Center

Welcome to the TCC Career & Job Center Webpage

Choosing a career that fits your interests, abilities and needs is one of the most exciting life decisions you will make.  LET US HELP YOU!

Whether you are just starting out or thinking about a second career, TCC’s Career & Job Center has the resources to help you.  We can provide you with a wide range of information and many ways to explore your career options.

Careers begin at the...TCC CAREER & JOB CENTER

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Here's how we can help

Where are we located?

Need help with your résumé?

2009 TCC Job Fair!

The WOIS Career Information System

Are you looking for a part-time while you're in school?

Here are some great career classes offered at TCC

Career Information Resources

Career & Job Center Staff

HERE'S HOW WE CAN HELP:

• One-on-one personal service
• Files on hundreds of careers
• Career Exploration Library
• Internship and volunteer opportunities
• Information on interviewing and résumé writing
• College Catalogs and Transfer Information
• Catalogs for two– and four-year colleges and universities in the State of Washington
• Computer-Assisted Exploration Programs (WOIS and the Vault Career Library)
• Information on 400+ training programs and descriptions of Washington State-accredited postsecondary institutions
• WorkSource database to search for part-time and full-time jobs, labor market information, tutorials, and more

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WHERE ARE WE LOCATED?

The Career & Job Center is located in Building 7 (next to the Advising & Counseling Center Front Desk) in the Student Services Commons.

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NEED HELP WITH YOUR RÉSUMÉ?

COME TO RÉSUMÉ HOUR!

Starting JULY 8, 2009 for Summer Quarter, we meet in the Career & Job Center every Wenesday from 12:00-1:00 p.m.

Elaine Stefanowicz, Résumé Hour Facilitator, (253) 460-4496 estefanowicz@tacomacc.edu

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A Washington State Employment Security Representative is available through the TCC Career & Job Center to assist those seeking employment information or unemployment benefits.

Paul Felker, WorkSource Representative (253) 566-5146 pfelker@tacomacc.edu

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2009 TCC JOB FAIR!

Our 2009 Job Fair on April 23rd was a GREAT SUCCESS! Come and check us out next year!

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THE WOIS CAREER INFORMATION SYSTEM

The WOIS Career Information System provides complete and up-to-date information on over 1,100 career areas.  You will also find detailed descriptions of educational programs and colleges in Washington State.  Examine the occupational descriptions for the career areas that interest you.  Information includes:

• Job Duties               
• Wages                          
• Outlook                          
• Skills
• Hiring Practices           
• Preparation and Education

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ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A PART-TIME JOB WHILE ATTENDING SCHOOL?

In the Career & Job Center we have current job postings from local employers ranging from Full-time, part-time, entry level, City and Government, health care and temporary. Stop by and see if we have the job for you!

If you are an employer wanting to post a current or ongoing position with us you can email the job description to us at: jassist@tacomacc.edu

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HERE ARE SOME GREAT CAREER CLASSES OFFERED AT TCC:

Career & Life Planning Class (HD 105): Try exploring your career options in this class! You can earn 3 college level elective credits by taking this Human Development class listed in the catalog as HD 105.

Career Readiness Skills Class (BUS 280): This course covers employment search skills and the employee skills needed to be successful on the job. It is recommended preparation for internships.

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CAREER INFORMATION RESOURCES

• http://go2worksource.com Worksource Job Database
• http://career.wa.gov Washington State Jobs
• http://usajobs.gov Federal Jobs
• http://healthjobs4you.com Healthcare Jobs

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CAREER & JOB CENTER STAFF

Career & Job Center Desk, (253) 566-5191, jassist@tacomacc.edu

Paul Felker, WorkSource Representative (253) 566-5146 pfelker@tacomacc.edu

Elaine Stefanowicz, Résumé Hour Facilitator, (253) 460-4496 estefanowicz@tacomacc.edu

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