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Cooperative Education/Career Services and Transfer Affairs
Building 27, 2nd Floor (413)755-4464 Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm (year-round) January/February 2015
Transfer Affairs
College Transfer On-Campus Recruitment
Date
College
Representative
Thurs.,Jan. 29
Tues., Feb. 3
Tues., Feb. 10 (4:00 pm– 6:00 pm)
Wed., Feb. 11 (4:00 pm -6:00 pm)
Wed., Feb. 11 (12:15 pm - 1:20 pm)
Thurs.,Feb. 12
Thurs.,Feb. 19
Thurs.,Feb. 26
Elms Social Work
Springfield College
Westfield State University
University of Mass-UWW
Springfield College Info Session
Elms College
Elms Social Work
Elms College
Ben Conrick
Anne Griffin
Jose Lopez-Figueroa
Jose Delgado
th
Anne Griffin, Bldg. 2, 7 Fl.
Jae Bergman
Ben Conrick
Jae Bergman
Note: All college representatives will be located in Bldg. 2, Scibelli Hall, near the cafeteria area, from 10:00 a.m. –
1:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Stop by or call our office to find out what other college and university
representatives will be on campus during January and February. This is open to all students. The reps will be
available to answer any questions that you may have. Also, please note that some area College and University
Reps hold office hours in this department during the spring semester. Please stop by or contact this office to get
the schedule.
Message from Transfer Affairs and Career Services
Every little step and decision that we make today will have an enormous influence on us in the future. It is
important for every student who plans to transfer to another college to schedule an appointment with the
Cooperative Education/Career Services and Transfer Affairs department to register, to get answers, and to get
guidance. The completion of the spring semester is just around a corner, so please; do not procrastinate with
the most valuable decisions that will change your life.
For students who plan to graduate at the end of this semester, remember that the competition on the job
market has increased and still continues to grow. The way to success in the job market is to adapt to new
requirements. This means that utilization of all available services is necessary to get you closer to your goal.
We recommend scheduling an appointment to get help with the job search, resume composing, writing a cover
letter, and mock interviewing. The services are free for all students and we are happy to help you seize the
“job of your dreams”. Register on Career Net Today!
Go To: https://www.myinterfase.com/stcc/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2fstcc%2fstudent
This path will lead you to the Student Login page; next to get started, see a picture of the Student Login page click on Click here
to register. Follow the steps to complete your profile and to acknowledge the disclaimer statement.
Career Fair
(Save the Date)
College Career Centers of Western Massachusetts Career Fair 2015
STCC Students and Alumni
Mark your calendars now and plan to attend this event!
Full-time, part-time, co-op, and internship positions will be available
Don’t miss this opportunity to network with recruiters who
represent a wide variety of industries
at
Springfield College
Blake Arena
Thursday, March 26, 2015
1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
HOSTED BY:
American International College
Bay Path College
Elms College
Holyoke Community College
Springfield College
Springfield Technical Community College
Western New England University
Westfield State University
More information about the Career fair will be in future issues of this newsletter.
Career Services
Career Services are offered to students and STCC alumni who need assistance. Some of the services,
resources and information available include the following:
Career workshops
Classroom presentations
Mock interviews
Resume and cover letter assistance
Job development services
Full-time/part-time employment listings
Job-search strategies and techniques
Career fair information
Career placement information
Career exploration assessment tools
Free lifetime career services for graduating seniors and alumni
Computer access to research employers
Graduate placement statistics available
Branding
Career portfolio
Social networking
On-campus recruitment
On-line Career Program(Career Net)
Workforce diversity information
Employment trend information
Mentor Program
EMPLOYMENT CALENDAR
On-Campus Open Recruitment
(Dates to Remember)
Date
Employer
Recruiter
Tuesday, February 17
Thursday, February 26
Northampton Police Department Lt. John Cartledge
C&S Wholesale
Irene Seder
Note: All recruiters will be in Scibelli Hall, Building 2, near the cafeteria from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. This is open to
all students who may be looking for a job or to get information. Please check with our department for updates on
additional recruiters coming to campus during January and February.
Cooperative Education
Cooperative Education/Internships: Both of these programs are a great option for students who are interested in
obtaining career-related training. Students will have the opportunity to carefully examine their career choices
through practical work experience. In addition, academic credit will be awarded at the end of the semester. Why
not build your resume while you earn your degree? Are you already working in a position that is related to your
academic major? If so, it may be possible for you to earn academic credit. Please stop by or call and schedule an
appointment for more information.
Below are some important benefits that have been noted by the National Commission for Cooperative Education:
http://schoolgrantsfor.com/national-commission-cooperative-education.html
Student Benefits
Enhances classroom learning by integrating academic curriculum and real-world work experience.
Confirms or redirects career decision-making through on-the-job experience in a chosen field.
Improves job opportunities after graduation by giving students valuable work experience and contact with
potential future employers.
Employer Benefits
Provides an excellent pool of well-prepared employees.
Increases retention rates among permanent employees recruited and hired through a co-op program. Both
students and employers have the time to try out the position and ensure the fit is the most productive and
effective for both.
Strengthens company relations with colleges and students. Through evaluations, advisory boards and other
means, employers can work with colleges to ensure an effective curriculum.
College and University Benefits
Expands the range of educational opportunities for students by integrating learning at the workplace into the
academic program.
Builds a positive relationship between the institution and the local business community.
Enhances public support for higher education by improving the post-graduation career opportunities for
students. Policymakers increasingly request demonstrated outcomes for students, and co-op can enhance
the quality and level of employment results for graduates.
Transfer Affairs
If you are planning to continue your education at a four-year College or University, please contact us for guidance
regarding credits and appropriate courses:
Transfer credit evaluation
Articulation agreements
Individual advisement
Transfer workshops
On-campus workshops
College fair information
Online scholarship information
On-campus college recruitment
College/university office hours
Joint Admissions Program
(Massachusetts Area Private Colleges and Universities)
Students who are accepted into certain academic programs at STCC may be conditionally accepted to American
International College, Bay Path University, Elms College, Springfield College, and Western New England University.
Interested students must sign a participation Agreement form to enroll in this program. Once enrolled in the Joint
Admissions Program, STCC students will have access to the resources and support services of any of these colleges.
Each college or university is offering different types of scholarships that are determined by GPA.
MassTransfer Program
(Massachusetts Public Universities)
STCC graduates of approved MassTransfer degree programs will be guaranteed full transferability of their credits to
most Massachusetts State University campuses. Graduates who achieve a 3.0 or higher are eligible for the 33%
tuition waiver.
Bay Path University/STCC Women's Center/Course Partnership Info-Session
Tuesday, January 20, 2015 from 12:15 -1:30 pm, Scibelli Hall, Bldg. 2 Rms. 703-704
Bay Path University and STCC have partnered to offer the BPU course (on campus ) titled WELL220: Women as Learners and
Leaders. The course is a 3 credit elective for women transfer students and can be taken through CCGS regulations. STCC
retired Dean Terri Burr will discuss the Women's Empowerment Center and provide information on the course, which she will
teach, for transferring women students preparing for the 4 year college experience and subsequent careers. RSVP:
[email protected] to attend session or inquire for more information.
STAFF
Pamela J. White, Director
Susan S. Johnson, Secretary