Ready to take your resume to the next stage? Attend the Career Connect: Resume Drop-In & Professional Headshots workshop on Wed., April 10.
You will get a chance to have your resume reviewed by employers from Bank of America, Novant, Best Impression Caterers, and more, plus a free professional headshot!
Event Details
With summer approaching, now is the time to speak with potential employers who want to network with Central Piedmont students!
Need help preparing for these Meet & Greets? Contact Career Services or make an appointment with a Career Counselor. We are available virtually and at all campuses. You can also visit the new Career Center, Central Campus, Central High 206 (CH 206) during our drop-in hours, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Even though summer is around the corner, there are still hiring opportunities for Central Piedmont students! Please share these upcoming events to help our students meet with potential employers.
There are hundreds of opportunities on our job board Handshake – including paid internships, on-campus, part-time, full time and seasonal positions.
Students seeking assistance from Career Services can make an in-person or virtual appointment on Handshake, email Career Services, or visit our Career Center, Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Central Campus, CH 206.
Additional resources can be found here.
Are you ready to kickstart your career journey? Central Piedmont Community College is thrilled to present an exclusive Career Showcase event to connect you with leading employers across various industries. This is your golden opportunity to secure a paid summer internship and gain invaluable experience to propel your career forward.
Event Highlights:
Event Details:
Maximize Your Showcase Experience:
Your Future Starts Here: Don’t miss this chance to explore internships that can shape your professional path. Whether you’re seeking hands-on experience or eager to network with potential employers, the Career Showcase is where your ambitions meet opportunities.
Brought to you by Career Services and Workplace Learning.
Embark on your career journey with Central Piedmont and transform your potential into success. See you at the Showcase!
Get ready to kickstart your career at Central Piedmont’s Skilled Trades Connect event!
This is your chance to meet employers eager to fill full-time, part-time, and internship positions in the following areas:
Get a peek at the employers attending and prep resources. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with your future employer!
This Valentine’s Day, “swipe right” on your career match! Join Career Services for a unique and interactive MBTI Workshop that aims to help you find a career that you love!! Discover the fascinating connections between your personality, relationships, and professional journey in a fun and engaging setting.
Workshop Highlights:
Register Now
Looking for your next big job? Check out these employers.
Work-it Wednesday!
Work-it Wednesdays are on-campus recruiting events that provide you the opportunity to network with potential employers and learn more about the companies they represent.
Wed., Feb. 7, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Wed., Feb. 14, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Wed., Feb 21., 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Have questions? Contact Career Services (career.services@cpcc.edu) or make an appointment with a Career Counselor.
Need help choosing your program or study or applying for jobs? Career Services is here to help! Join us for the Career Center Open House on Tuesday, January 23, 10am-1pm, in Central High 206. Pizza will be provided.
Need help before then? The Career Center will be open for drop-in appointments Monday through Friday, 10am-1pm. The new Career Center is located on Central Campus in Central High 206. You can also make Career Services appointments with Career Counselors at all campuses or virtually on Handshake (https://cpcc.joinhandshake.com/).
An employer speaks with a student after a panel discussion.
Mark your calendars for Career Development Week! Workshops will take place Tuesday, November 14 – Thursday, November 16.
Review all the events and register to attend.
You will have opportunities to engage with employers from various industries during professional development workshops, including LinkedIn, resume development, mock interviews, employer panels, and a meet and greet.
Employers will also speak about current employment opportunities at their companies and discuss the skills necessary to be successful in this current job market.
Career Development Week is hosted by the Office of Mentoring and Coaching in conjunction with Career Services.
Join Career Services for Disability & Disclosure-Navigating the Employment Process, featuring Marty Musser, Advocacy Director from Disability Rights and Resources. This event aims to educate students with disabilities on:
The virtual event is scheduled for:
As the holiday season approaches, there are many seasonal hiring opportunities, providing not only some extra cash, but great resume building opportunities too.
You can search for seasonal jobs:
On Handshake. You can also use Handshake to find full- and part-time positions, paid internships, and more. On Handshake, select Jobs to get started and then search Seasonal.
By meeting with Employers during our upcoming Work-It Wednesday Events:
All Work-It Wednesday events are 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Have questions? Contact Career Services or make an appointment with a Career Counselor.
Looking for employment opportunities this fall? Check out these employers at Central Campus on Wednesdays in September:
All on-campus recruiting events are 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Central Campus – Parr Center First Floor (near Information Desk)
There are hundreds of opportunities on our job board Handshake – including paid internships, on-campus, part time, full time and seasonal positions. Check “events” to learn about employers visiting campus for recruiting. Employers will visit additional campuses through the semester, and more employers will be coming to Central Campus too.
Career Services is open this summer, and is ready with many different resources to help you map out your job search game plan. We can help students and graduates polish their résumés, practice interview skills, and learn job search strategies!
Take these steps to build your career:
Handshake Student and Graduate Job Board
Complete your profile, and you are five times more likely to be contacted by an employer! Did you know Handshake is the #1 way college students find jobs?
Check out the sample resumes, cover letters, interview tips and more.
Get ready to rock your interview with this practice program.
Discover the salary you’ll make in your chosen career.
Log into Handshake and click “Career Center” to request an appointment virtually, by phone, or in-person.
Join Student Engagement and Career Services at Cato Campus as we help you jump start your job search or applications for transferring to a four-year university.
We’ll have information about internships, volunteer opportunities that develop employable skills and so much more! Don’t miss out on this interactive opportunity that includes a catered lunch and free t-shirt.
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday and Thursday, April 19-20
Cato Campus, Cato III, Room 024
Register with this link to save your spot!
For more information contact Emma Cartwright at emma.cartwright@cpcc.edu.
Employers want to hire you! These events and more are on Handshake, click the company’s name to register for the event and get more information on their available positions.
Handshake currently has 137 paid internships, 650 full time jobs and 222 part time jobs in the Charlotte area. New opportunities are posted daily.
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Date |
Time |
Company |
Looking for |
Location |
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4/5 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
RN Residency Program Summer 2023, Care Associate, Certified Nurse Assistant and more |
First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk |
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4/5 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
Lifeguard, manager, guest service attendant, pool technician |
Cato Campus, Cato III Building, First Floor |
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4/5 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
Front of house and back of house |
Merancas Campus, Merancas IV Building, First Floor |
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4/5 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
Server, busser, team member, line cook, prep cook, dishwasher, host |
Harper Campus, Harper IV Building, First Floor Lobby |
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4/5 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
Part time and full time store employees, facility maintenance personnel |
Levine Campus, Levine III Building, Second Floor Lobby near Library |
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4/12 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
activities guide, summer camp counselor, guest services representative, facilities technician, dishwasher, server, host, event assistant |
First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk |
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4/19 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
Lifeguard, manager, guest service attendant, pool technician |
First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk |
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4/26 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
Server, busser, team member, line cook, prep cook, dishwasher, host |
First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk |
Bring a printed copy of your résumé for review by one of our career counselors or visiting employers (Bank of America, Novant, Tek Systems, Best Impressions, Sherwin Williams, & Ally Financial).
Dress to impress and score a free headshot!
Thursday, April 13, 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Central Campus
Parr Center Rooms 1000/1010
Join Bank of America Leaders as they discuss ways to prepare you for your job search, the skills that employers value, and share career stories to help motivate you to take your next position!
Tuesday, April 4, 2 p.m.
Central Campus, Parr Center Room 1010
Networking and Refreshments immediately after!
Register on Handshake (encouraged, but not required)
Panelists include:
Questions about this event? Contact Career Services 704.330.6551, career.services@cpcc.edu.
Use your summer to get paid while building your work experience! Did you know that students with a paid internship make a higher salary after graduation? Visit Handshake to see paid internships and other employment opportunities. Transfer students are eligible for internships too.
Use Big Interview to get ready to rock your internship interviews! This online system builds your interview confidence and expertise.
Other ways to build experience outside of the classroom:
Career Services is here for you. Log into Handshake to make an appointment with a career counselor.
Employers want to hire you! There is a full slate of employers coming to different campuses to meet you in the month of February. These events and more are on Handshake, our job board. To learn more about the employer, or register to attend, please select the company’s name to open that event in Handshake.
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Date |
Time |
Company |
Looking for |
Location |
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2/1 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
Foodservice roles, internships |
First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk |
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2/8 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
Cargo agent, high lift driver, cabin cleaner |
First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk |
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2/15 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
Enlisted/ Reserve/Officer in US Coast Guard |
First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk |
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2/15 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
Various financial services roles |
Levine Building III (Levine Campus), on the second floor near the Library |
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2/15 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
Front of house, back of house |
Cato Building III (Cato Campus), west side of first floor near art gallery |
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2/15 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
Foodservice roles, internships |
Merancas IV Building (Merancas Campus), outside of Student Technology Center on first floor |
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2/22 |
10 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
Various financial services roles |
First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk |
There are thousands of opportunities on our job board Handshake – including paid internships, on-campus, part time, full time and seasonal positions. Check “events” to find the latest information about employers visiting campus for recruiting throughout the spring semester. Questions about on-campus recruiting? Contact Career Services at 704.330.6588 or career.fair@cpcc.edu.
Career Services has your back if you need help. If you have questions, please get in touch with us.
85% of jobs come from your network! Your network is made of your career connections through organizations, online groups, people you know, clubs and more. Everyone has a network, you just need to learn how to use it. Both talkative and more private people can be amazing networkers. Join Student Engagement and Career Services for a lively and fun session to level up your networking skills.
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Date |
Time |
Title |
Location |
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2/20 |
2- 3:30 p.m. |
In’s and Out’s of Networking |
Central Campus in Parr 0060 – ground floor across from Navigator Desk |
Career Services has your back if you need help. If you have questions, please get in touch with us.