Job Seekers
Career Services at Kishwaukee College offers a variety of services to assist you with your job search from beginning to end. Our professional staff provides resources and consultation on the ins and outs of initiating a job search, writing a resume and cover letter, and interviewing techniques. Career Services offers annual job fairs/hiring events, access to employment listings, information on employers, workshops, mock interviews with video options, and a computer lab to assist you in your job search.
Upcoming Events
| Event | Date | Time | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resume Open Lab | Every Tuesday | 1–3 pm | C2150 | — |
| Resource Round Up | Tuesday, Jan. 27 | 10:45–11:15 am | Outside C2150 | — |
| Career Services at Wellness Wednesday | Tuesday, Feb. 11 | 9–10:30 am; 1–2 pm | Student Center | Free giveaways and treats |
| From Draft to Job-Ready Workshop | Wednesday, Feb. 19 | 12:15–12:45 pm | C2150 | — |
| Health Science Career Fair | Monday, Feb. 24 | 11 am–1 pm | B1200 Wing | — |
| Horticulture / Agriculture Job Fair | Monday, Mar. 3 | 9–11 am | Student Center | — |
| Diesel Power Technology Interview Day | Tuesday, Mar. 4 | 9 am–12 pm | Student Center | — |
| Rochelle Hiring Expo | Wednesday, Mar. 12 | 12–2 pm | Rochelle Township High School | — |
| Career Services at Wellness Wednesday | Tuesday, Apr. 15 | 9–10:30 am; 1–2 pm | Student Center | Free giveaways and treats |
| Welding Expo | Wednesday, Apr. 30 | 10 am–12 pm | B1405 | — |
Career Services & Resources
Internship and employment opportunities are posted on Handshake.
Learn to leverage the internet and social media to assist you in your job search! According to a SHRM HR survey, 84% of organizations are using social media in their recruitment. Do not wait until you graduate to start utilizing these important job search tools.
- Facebook — Join job groups that feature local hiring
- LinkedIn — Search jobs and network with people in your field
- Twitter — Follow companies you would like to work for or the Kishwaukee College Career Center @CCNKishCollege
- Online Portfolio — Showcase your work and projects
- Meet-up Groups — Excellent local networking resource
Additional web sources to help in job searching: