Our Career Coaches are here to support you through the process of deciding on a career path or major, developing a resume, practicing interview skills, or seeking a new job or internship! The resources that we offer provide accessible information that will assist you in developing your professional skills and preparing you for successful employment. Our services and resources are available to all NCTC Students and Alumni.
Our coaches utilize career assessments to help you discover your interests, skills, personality traits, and values to learn how they align with certain career options.
Employment Preparedness
Meet with a career coach to create a professional, stand-out resume, practice for interviews, develop professional employability skills, and learn strategies to help you in your job search.
Networking Events
We host Job Fairs, Employer Recruitment Tables, and Networking Events to help connect students with quality employment opportunities.
Services are free to Current Students, Alumni, and Enrolling Students
CAREERLION BY HANDSHAKE ONLINE JOB BOARD
CareerLion by Handshake is the #1 online job search and networking platform for college students!
Why use Handshake for your job search?
Employers use Handshake to recruit students and alumni and specifically request to connect with NCTC
All employers are screened and monitored to prevent scams
It’s exclusive for students and alumni, so there are fewer applicants to compete against through this platform
It provides personalized job recommendations for you
Majors: All Majors; Specializes in: Computer Information Systems and Technology, Cyber Security, Database Management, Game Design and Application Programming, Networking Technology, Web Development, Accounting, Business Management, Criminal Justice, Engineering Technology, Fire Science, EMT, Child Development, Teacher Education
Majors: All Majors; Specializes in: Computer Information Systems and Technology, Cyber Security, Database Management, Game Design and Application Programming, Networking Technology, Web Development, Accounting, Business Management, Criminal Justice, Engineering Technology, Fire Science, EMT, Child Development, Teacher Education
Majors: All Majors; Specializes in: Construction Management/Plumbing, Electrical Technician, HVAC, Industrial Mechanics, Logistics, Machining, Welding, Pathways to Completion Program Participants
First Year Experience Course (NCTC 1001) is a required non-credit, 4-week course designed to provide you with the tools needed to persist and succeed at NCTC.
The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) NSLS is the nation's largest leadership honor society. Join the NCTC Chapter of the NSLS sponsored by The Career & Academic Pathways Department.
If you haven’t decided on applying to NCTC yet, but want more info about the college, campuses, or community get in touch with a Recruiter, Tour Guide, or Enrollment Guide.
One of the most important steps of enrolling in college courses is making a plan. Advisors and Success Coaches are here to help you with planning your courses based on your goals as a student.