College of the Great Smoky Mountains - Southwestern Community College, serving Jackson, Macon,  and Swain Counties and Cherokee/ Qually Boundary



 

 

 

Meet the Career Planning & Placement Coordinator:

Patty Kirkley

Patty Kirkley
828.586.4091,  ext. 212
800.447.4091,  ext. 212
Balsam Center, Room 142
pkirkley@southwesterncc.edu

 

 
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Career Center

Prepare for your job search:
Attend workshops and seminars
Each semester, there will be opportunities to learn about important career topics. These range from dining etiquette to resume writing - you can even practice your skills in mock interviews. Take advantage of these resources that will give an edge in job search preparation. What you don't know can kill your opportunity for the job you want!
Draft your resume
Ask for a critique - your English or Business instructor, the Learning Assistance Center or the Career Counselor. Don't let a poorly constructed resume with grammatical errors derail your job search.
Develop your 30-second commercial to introduce yourself to potential employers.
Learn about networking, telephone interviews, and other job-related information.
Check out these online resources for information on resumes, cover letters, and interviewing, Participate in mock interview opportunities.
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Action Verbs (.pdf)
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About.COM: Job Search
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Quintessential Careers
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Job Hunter’s Bible
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Career Voyages
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The Riley Guide

Research potential employers.

Attend Job Fair to meet employers.
Identify sources of job leads and search for jobs on SCC's website and on national boards such as Monster.com
   
» Career Assessment
» Job Fair
» Career Seminars
» Back to Career Center Home
 
Last updated 10/13/09


   
   
 
 
 
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