Career Center Highlights

Questions Corner: Your Questions Answered!


This week’s question is:  How do I get a Work-Study job?
All on-campus student employment is compatible with federal work-study awards. You can find Work-Study jobs through Handshake under the “On-Campus” filter. For more information, go to the Student Employment website.

Pro-tip: Review our resume and cover letter resources. To have application materials reviewed, schedule an appointment or visit the Career Center during drop-in hours (Monday-Thursday from 1-4 p.m.).

Have more questions?

Attend drop-in hours between 1-4 pm Monday-Thursday or schedule an appointment on Handshake to meet with our Career Consultants!

Emma Fairburn, Megan Mrkonjich, Sarah Reinbrecht, and Leah Brown (Left to Right)
Pathways:
Emma: Arts, Media, and Communications  
Megan: Science, Research, Outdoor Industry 
Sarah: Competitive Business and Technology 
Leah: Careers for the Common Good (Education, Non-Profit, Government, International Careers, and Service)
We support all students regardless of pathway! If your interests do not fit with a listed pathway, schedule a getting started or general questions appointment to receive career guidance.

Highlighted Resources

Pathway U

Exploring career options and deciding on a direction can be overwhelming, particularly when you have diverse interests. Thankfully, PathwayU simplifies the process. In just 20-25 minutes, it assesses your interests, values, personality, and workplace preferences. Afterward, you receive a comprehensive explanation of your results and guidance for future career planning. 
  • For PathwayU platform guidance, watch this video.
  • After you complete PathwayU, check out the Career Center to learn more about our resources.  

Public Interest Fellowship Program (PIFP)

Check out the job postings and get your application submitted this week.

The Summer Fellowship is open to all CC students.
The Yearlong Fellowship is open to August 2023, December 2023, and May 2024 CC graduates.

Check out the available fellowships at: CCPublicInterest.com
Questions? Reach out: PublicInterest@ColoradoCollege.edu 

Summer Internship Funding

Do you have an unpaid internship?
Apply for a Summer Internship Funding Award to make unpaid (or underpaid) internships more financially possible. Your internship does not need to be accepted before applying for funding. 
Eligible internships could receive:
• A minimum of 8 weeks & 240 hours = $2500
• A minimum of 10 weeks & 400 hours = $4000
Details about eligibility and expectations can be found on the Funding

Poster Contest

Have an eye for design? Want to create something that can go in your portfolio and maybe win a gift card along the way? Enter the Career Center Poster Contest for a chance to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card! More details can be found here

Upcoming Events

Generation Teach

Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2024; 2:00-3:00 p.m. 
Location: Mierow House
During the Teaching Fellowship Informational session, we can discuss details of the fellowship, how to apply, and the benefits of joining. Register on Handshake!

Equitable Advisors Info Session

Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2024; 12:30-1:30 p.m. 
Location: Career Center Carriage House
Join alum Scott Cunningham to learn about Equitable Advisors and their opportunities. Register on Handshake!
Passion to Action Workshop Series
  • Panel #1: Community Partner Panel 
Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2024; 5:30-7 p.m. 
Location: Tutt Library, Room 201
Arts & Crafts, Office of Sustainability, and the Career Center are teaming up to bring you a 3 part series on building a sustainable creative career! Join us for Workshop #1 as we bring local community partners (Concrete Couch & Who Gives a Scrap) to campus and start to dive into the possibilities of incorporating creativity into your career. Register on Handshake!
  • Panel #2: Alumni Panel
Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024; 5:30-7 p.m. 
Location: Cornerstone Arts Center, Screening Room 131
Join us for Workshop #2 as we welcome alumni who are working in the intersection of arts and sustainability. Hear from Han Santana-Sayles, Roo Smith, Luka Carter, Mary Alice Ewing, and Sam Cadigan about their experience at CC and how they've been able to create careers in the arts and sustainability. Register on Handshake!
  • Panel #3: Putting It All Together 
Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024; 6:30-7:30 p.m. 
Location: Career Center Carriage House
Join us for the last workshop of the series where we talk about portfolio development, documenting your work, and professional practices. Register on Handshake!

National Park Service and U.S. Department of Agriculture Virtual Information Session

Date: Wednesday, February 21, 2024; 1-2 p.m. 
Location: Virtual (Register on Handshake for Zoom the link) 
Join representatives from the National Park Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture to learn about federal careers in natural resource management and biological sciences. The representatives will give presentations, answer questions, and review opportunities for students and recent graduates.  

Crafting a Fulfilling Medical Career: Insights from Dr. Vinh Chung

Date: Wednesday, February 21, 2024; 4:30-5:30 p.m. 
Location: Career Center Carriage House
Join us in the Carriage House at Colorado College to hear Dr. Vinh Chung discuss the medical field as a calling and create a fulfilling career in medicine! You can also learn more about Vanguard Skin Specialists' pre-health program. Snacks and refreshments will be served. Register on Handshake.

Charlie Blumenstein Internship Information Session

Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024; 12-1:15 p.m. 
Location: Tutt Library, Room 201
Come learn about this CC-only internship dedicated to water and wildlife conservation at The Nature Conservancy's Carpenter Ranch near Steamboat, CO. Register on Handshake

Office of the Governor Executive Internship Information Session

Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024; 2:00-3:00 p.m. 
Location: Palmer Hall, Room 17
Meet with Constituent Services and Community Engagement team members and hear more about the Governor's Office Internship program! The Governor’s Executive Internship program works with diverse and talented students and growing professionals to develop their skill sets and expand their understanding of state government, institutions, and functions. Register on Handshake!
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