Student Support

Career Services

Student and Alumni Services

Need help clarifying your career goals? Undecided about your college major or program of study? Ready to explore the next steps in your career plan? Career Services has resources available to guide you in the career decision-making process and developing a plan of action.

Schedule a one-on-one session in Handshake with our knowledgeable staff so we can help you get started on your career journey. In these sessions, we can work with you on long-term goals and plans and help with the tools you need to land a job:

  • Career exploration
  • Resume and cover letter writing
  • Interview skill-building
  • LinkedIn assistance
  • Job search strategies
Book an appointment

Sessions are available in person and online. In-person appointments are offered at the following locations:

  • Southern Wake Campus
    Building A, Room 150
  • Scott Northern Wake Campus
    Building C, Rooms 419 and 421
  • Perry Health Sciences Campus
    Building A, Room 347
  • Public Safety Education Campus
    Room 1716
  • RTP Campus
    Building 1, Rooms 101 and 103

Available services

Career Coach

Explore jobs and career opportunities in the Research Triangle area.

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Drop-in Career Services

Get help clarifying your interests, skills and values, explore education and career options and get help with job searching, resume and cover letter writing and interviewing skills.

Workshops/Short Courses

Check out a range of short courses to help you become more employable. The courses are often free, with fees waived for anyone who is unemployed, underemployed, facing a layoff, eligible for the federal Earned Income Tax Credit or earning wages at or below 200% of federal poverty guidelines.

Handshake (Job Postings and Events)

Activate your Handshake account and unlock access to Career Services events, as well as jobs, internships, apprenticeships and Work-Based Learning opportunities.

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