It's the end of the fall semester and we know most of you are relaxing and having some much needed fun and rest!  We understand, but before you block out your schedule to catch up on your DVR and Netflix, we have a list of internship search engines that will motivate you to really focus on your professional and career development and utilize career-related online resources over winter break.   If you’re looking for some internship opportunities to take advantage of during the winter break you should begin with the Office of Career Development’s website. Go to the C102 home page at http://www.kbcc.cuny.edu/career   to access available internships for your professional development. Scroll over “QUICK LINKS” at the top of the page and click on “Career Services, Transfer, Scholarships & New Start” from the drop down menu. On the left hand side of the page scroll over “Careers” in the blue box and click on “Experiential Learning” from ...

The National Association of Colleges and Employers recently provided a definition of career readiness as " the attainment and demonstration of requisite competencies that broadly prepare college graduates for a successful transition into the workplace." These competencies are: Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems. The individual is able to obtain, interpret, and use knowledge, facts, and data in this process, and may demonstrate originality and inventiveness. Oral/Written Communications: Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms to persons inside and outside of the organization. The individual has public speaking skills; is able to express ideas to others; and can write/edit memos, letters, and complex technical reports clearly and effectively. Teamwork/Collaboration: Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers representing ...

Setting: Career Advisement Office               Advisor : How fast can you type?                           Student :   I text very fast.                                            Advisor : I am sure you do, but I am actually talking about typing on a keyboard. Student : Oh! I can type pretty fast, I’m sure. Advisor : Well how about we find out? Student : How? Advisor : It’s very easy. Google WPM Quiz which stands for Word per Minute Quiz. A text will be shown. You will start the clock and start typing what you see in the empty box. When you...

America Needs You (ANY) is a two-year career development program that pairs CUNY students who are the first in their family to attend college, with accomplished professionals in a variety of industries. Fellows and their Mentor Coaches work one-on-one on resumes, elevator pitches, mock interviews and much more.     Fellows Program Benefits: Earn up to $2,000 professional development grant Access 2 summer internships at prestigious companies and organizations Receive individualized support from a Mentor Coach Obtain in-kind services and products such as free business attire, transfer support, and subsidized test preparation Network with leading industry professionals Eligibility: I am a first-generation college student (neither of my parents have a bachelor’s degree) I am a college student who has earned no more than 45 credits (by March 1, 2016) I am considered low-income by HUD standards I am eligible to work in the U.S. I am ...

When looking for a job you may notice there are many different job search engines. It can be an overwhelming process!  Job search engines include job postings, and can make the job search process much easier. The websites below are helpful in providing information for jobs that are currently available. ·         CareerWave – This website is exclusive to Kingsborough Community College students and alumni. It includes postings for jobs, internships, and volunteer experiences. There is a registration that is required to access this site. Before your resume becomes accessible to employers they are reviewed by Career Advisor from Kingsborough Community College to ensure a smoother job search. Indeed  – This is one of the easiest sites to use. When using this searching by location, keyword or both is helpful. Indeed gets 180 million visitors a month—that's the majority of Internet-based job search traffic in the U...

Stay informed about growing occupations! This video posted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics shares the fastest growing occupations from 2014-2024.  It also highlights employment projections the fastest-growing occupations that require a bachelor's degree and which only require some postsecondary education, like an associate degree or certificate program. For more information, visit www.bls.gov .

Now what? Source As you prepare for your interview, take a look at these commonly asked interview questions and the tips for how to answer them! Tell me about yourself. v   TIP:   talk about yourself as a professional: goals, interests, why you studied what you did. What are your strengths? v   TIP:   discuss a skill that can be used in the job you are seeking (transferable skill such as problem solving). What are your weaknesses? v   TIP:   talk about areas that you have improved in or something positive (i.e. getting so involved that you lose track of time); do NOT talk about major character flaws. Walk me through your resume. v   TIP:   sell your education and experience in a positive light. What can you bring to this company/position? v   TIP:   sell your strengths, skills, experience and talents. Describe for me a typical day. v   TIP:   demonstrate good use of time and goal ...

Etiquette is the behavior accepted as gracious and polite and it can represent the difference between success and failure in many aspects of life. Etiquette varies widely from culture to culture and setting to setting. Professional etiquette is the code of conduct regarding the interactions among the members of a business setting. The basic rules of professional etiquette are arrive on time, dress appropriately, never interrupt a conversation, praise others for a good job, never take credit for other people’s work and many others. But there are situations where the etiquette rules need to be applied: for instance, very often in the workplace, it’s required to complete tasks together with a team. There are also some rules of etiquette when it comes to teamwork, which include take initiative, share your thoughts and consider others’, be prepared, fully engaged in discussions, and especially, be adaptable and flexible. When sending an email, do not use all caps, always inclu...