The Office of Career Services & Workforce Development at Stark State College plays a pivotal role in advancing the mission of the college to enhance student access and success. The office provides comprehensive career education including career counseling, job-search and career readiness advising, workshops and events for students, community members and alumni. Career Services and Workforce Development professionals connect with external partners to optimize career opportunities for students. In addition, the office establishes, maintains and expands strategic partnerships and leads, coordinates and works with faculty, staff, employers and community organizations to address regional workforce and talent needs. The Career Services and Workforce Development Office engages with employers and individuals to promote the college’s academic programs, non-credit offerings and custom training for skill development and credential attainment.
Career readiness services offered or students and alumni – career exploration, resume and cover letter writing, developing your elevator pitch, preparing for a career fair, mock interviewing, interview coaching, internship, apprenticeship and job search LinkedIn and Handshake development, and networking.
Career exploration – know that you want to enhance your education but aren’t sure which career path would be the best choice for you? We offer individualized career exploration appointments to help you find your purpose and fit, helping you to feel confident in your major/career choice.
Job search assistance – we provide the latest research-driven information on job searches, what employers are looking for, and how to choose an in-demand career. We can help you with all aspects of the job search, including resumes, cover letters, interviewing skills and more.
Online job, internship and event board (Handshake) – you can search for full-time, part-time, seasonal and/or internship opportunities; register for career-related workshops, events and career fairs; research companies; connect with other users and more. Develop your profile so that employers can see your education, skills and experience 24-hours a day: joinhandshake.com
Professional work experience – we help you connect with employers for full-/part- time jobs, internships, co-ops or apprenticeships.
Schedule an appointment – stop by Main Campus, Room M104, call 330-966- 5459, or go online: https://www.starkstate.edu/admissions/careerservices/
Workforce Development Services and Programs offered – gain new skills to advance in your career or help you get a job you want. Visit starkstate.edu/workforce to browse in-person and online training.
Non-Credit Workforce Courses – starkstate.edu/workforce/
Designed to help you excel and employers thrive with tailored skill-building solutions. We offer in-person and online courses in several fields of study: Manufacturing, CDL, Fire, EMS, Health, and Dental.
Online Ed2Go Courses – starkstate.edu/workforce-training/online-courses/ Non-credit, online career training and certification courses to start you on an in-demand profession or help advance your career with industry certification. Courses can be self-paced or instructor-led. We offer over 1,200 courses in: Arts & Design, Business, Computer Science, Construction & Trades, Health & Fitness, Hospitality, Language, Teacher Professional Development and Writing.
Earn and Learn Partnerships
Formal collaboration established between Stark State College and employers to help develop a highly skilled workforce while giving employees the opportunity to pursue their education and excel. Contact the Career Services and Workforce Development professionals if you would like us to engage with an employer for a potential partnership.
Customized Contract Training
Contract training is focused on specific training objectives to improve employee performance and achieve strategic goals. Training is customized to an employer’s needs and can be offered at local organizations, at Stark State College or online.