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💵 Paid Internships at the Career Catalyst Fair: February 25

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Connect with local employers to learn about internship opportunities and other ways to launch your career during the Career Catalyst Paid Internship Fair! Employers from several industries, including finance, education, engineering, and more are currently looking for Central Piedmont students to work in paid summer internships. Open to all Central Piedmont Students. Click here to see what positions are available and how you can prepare.

Event Information: 

  • Date: Tue., Feb. 25
  • Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
  • Location: Central Campus, Parr Center, Rooms 1000, 1010, 1050
  • Register today!

Need help preparing? Make an appointment with a Career Counselor on Handshake or stop in for drop-in hours at Central Campus, CH 206 between 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Work-It Wednesdays: Connect with Employers at Central Piedmont!

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Looking for job opportunities or a chance to grow your professional network? 🎯 Work-It Wednesdays are here to help! This weekly on-campus recruitment series is designed to connect Central Piedmont students and alumni with top employers in the Charlotte Metro Area. 🌟

📅 January Lineup:

Wednesday, Jan. 15 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

📍 Central Campus, Parr Center, First Floor

Wednesday, Jan. 22 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

📍 Central Campus, Parr Center, First Floor

🛠 Prep for Success:

👉 Schedule an appointment with Career Services on Handshake to create a tailored resume and practice your intro.
👉 Drop by Career Services during Drop-In Hours (Mon-Fri, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.) for quick tips and feedback.
👉 Details and employers may change, so register for events on Handshake to stay in the loop with the latest updates.

👔 Don’t wait—start networking now at Work-It Wednesdays!

🤝 Employer Meet & Greet Events at Central Piedmont!

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Great news! Employer Meet & Greet events are coming up, offering fantastic opportunities for you to connect with recruiters and explore career options. Here’s what’s on the schedule:

  • Transportation Systems
    🗓️ Wed., Oct. 16 | 🕚 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
    📍 Levine Campus – Joe Hendrick Center, Room 1140
  • Medical Assisting & CNA
    🗓️ Tue., Oct. 22 | 🕜 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
    📍 Levine Campus – Building 3, Tucker Lobby
  • Teacher Preparation & Education
    🗓️ Wed., Oct. 23 | 🕓 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
    📍 Central Campus – Parr Center, Rooms 1000/1010/1050
  • Nursing & Allied Health
    🗓️ Thu., Oct. 24 | 🕐 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
    📍 Central Campus – Health Careers Building, 4th Floor Lobby

✨ Register on Handshake to see the full list of participating employers. For prep assistance, connect with Career Services.

 

World Affairs Council Speaker Series Luncheon with Central Piedmont 🌍

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Are you interested in attending the World Affairs Council Speaker Series Luncheon? This unique opportunity allows students to hear from professional and political leaders on current global topics while networking at a professional luncheon.

Please note, there are limited seats available for each event, so be sure to request a seat only if you can fully commit to attending. Professional dress is required for the luncheon.

🔗 Sign up to request a seat

📧 You’ll be contacted by the Center for Global Engagement by the dates listed below to confirm your seat. Parking and light rail info will be provided in the confirmation email. Students are responsible for their own transportation.

Upcoming Opportunity:

📅 October 10th: Transatlantic Relations – A Fireside Chat with EU Diplomats
📧 Confirmation Date: You will receive an email from global.learning@cpcc.edu in October to confirm if a seat is available. Be sure to reply to confirm your attendance.

Event Details:

  • Check-In & Pre-Lunch Networking: 11:15 a.m. – noon
  • Lunch & Presentation: Noon – 1:30 p.m.
  • Location: Charlotte City Club

This is an excellent opportunity to gain insights on global affairs while networking in a professional setting. We hope to see you there! 🌍

Work It Wednesdays: Sept. 18 Opportunities to Network

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🚀 Work-It Wednesdays is coming to Cato, Central, Merancas, and Levine campuses on September 18! This is your chance to connect with top employers, land a job or internship, and take the next step in your career journey. Don’t miss out!

🕙 Date & Time (all locations): Wed., Sept. 18 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

🔑 Locations & Employers:

Cato Campus, Cato III, First Floor

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Central Campus, Parr Center, First Floor

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Levine Campus, Levine III, Second Floor

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Merancas Campus, Merancas IV, First Floor

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⚠️ Note: Employers attending may change. Be sure to check the event detail links for updates!

💼 Ready to plan ahead? Visit the Career Services website for the full list of upcoming hiring events!

Career Connect: Bank of America Panel 💼

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Bank of America Leaders discuss ways to prepare students for their job search during a career services event at Central PiedmontDon’t miss the chance to connect with leaders from Bank of America! This panel event is a fantastic opportunity to explore various career paths—not just in finance—and learn the key skills needed to thrive in the workplace. Plus, enjoy some refreshments while you practice your networking skills.

📅 Event Details:

  • Date: Tues., Sept. 10
  • Time: 2 – 3 p.m.
  • Location: Central Campus, Zeiss Building, Room 1106 (Auditorium)

 Register Today!

Email Career Services or give them a call at 704-330-6552 with any questions.

Can’t make this event? Check out other upcoming events and opportunities to advance your career.

April Networking Events

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career networkingWith 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.

Impress Employers this February

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Equitable boothLooking 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.

  • Equitable | Central Campus – Parr Center, First Floor

Wed., Feb. 14, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Wed., Feb 21., 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

  • Spectrum | Central Campus – Parr Center, First Floor

Have questions? Contact Career Services (career.services@cpcc.edu) or make an appointment with a Career Counselor.

Learn the In’s and Out’s of Networking Feb. 20

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Chris Cathcart, man in suit, shakes hands with a student on stage.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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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.