Career Success Center
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Red Rocks Community College (RRCC) is committed to helping students succeed in their pursuit of a quality education, including assistance in developing a career plan. Your Career Success Center at RRCC provides current students, alumni, and community members with individualized career counseling and coaching, employment resources, career assessments and job search skills assistance. We work with students of all backgrounds and identities, including marginalized communities, to locate safe and inclusive work environments and achieve career success.
Investigate this site to learn more about yourself, find applicable career options, and research occupational information through Exploration; learn how to gain more experience through Experiential Learning; and tap into our Employment Services to become more competitive for hire upon completion of your educational goals.
Fall 2023 Career Success Workshops
The Career Success Center staff offers a variety of professional development workshops in-person and via Zoom that cover basic strategies and provide tips to help students succeed with everything from writing a resume to interview preparation to career networking and job search strategies. Workshops are FREE to students, alumni, and community members. Please refer to the list below for workshops scheduled for Fall 2023 and use the link to register. Questions? Please contact Evan Kravitz, Career Success Center Director, at 303-914-6916 or evan.kravitz@rrcc.edu.
August Workshops
Internship Information Session
Wednesday, August 23, 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vfumhpz8jHNHspDAZU7o8hzW33y...
Learn about the value of internships in gaining career-world experience alongside classroom instruction. Time will also be spent understanding the internship process at RRCC and how to gain internship credit.
Job Search Strategies
Tuesday, August 29, 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Lakewood Campus -The HUB (Rm. 1241) and via Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0lce6sqDstG9fThIDFR6NCQSA-sD...
Learn how to effectively use digital search tools like RRCC's Handshake to find jobs and internships that best match your experience, skills, and employment needs.
Job Search Strategies
Wednesday, August 30, 5 PM - 6 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUscu-grDksG9bwwH6D7oz4ybrrKf...
Learn how to effectively use digital search tools like RRCC's Handshake to find jobs and internships that best match your experience, skills, and employment needs.
Internship Information Session
Thursday, August 31, 4 PM - 5 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcscuCvqToiGdeamuHpzKRRmDU-cL...
Learn about the value of internships in gaining career-world experience alongside classroom instruction. Time will also be spent understanding the internship process at RRCC and how to gain internship credit.
September Workshops
Resumes & Cover Letters
Tuesday, September 5, 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Lakewood Campus - The HUB (Rm. 1241) and Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZElfuqhrzorH9Y0JemrSSxSK9XX5U...
Students will learn the basic mechanics of writing resumes and cover letters that employers WILL stop to read! Regardless of the industry, these strategies will showcase the relevant experience and the transferable skills.
Resumes & Cover Letters
Wednesday, September 6, 5 PM - 6 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcucemspzMrEtMcUXSxCThe5VypdQ...
Students will learn the basic mechanics of writing resumes and cover letters that employers WILL stop to read! Regardless of the industry, these strategies will showcase the relevant experience and the transferable skills.
Interview Skills
Monday, September 11, 5 PM - 6 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsceuhrTMjE9ZHnuU2HdUu296zJm...
Interviews don't have to be nerve-racking. Learn strategies to shape discussions about experience and skills and improve focus.
Interview Skills
Tuesday, September 12, 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Lakewood Campus - The HUB (Rm. 1241) and Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vce6gqzItGNzpD07XI2R9uIVQ0O...
Interviews don't have to be nerve-racking. Learn strategies to shape discussions about experience and skills and improve focus.
Professional Networking Tips
Monday, September 18, 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Lakewood Campus - The HUB (Rm. 1241) and Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvcumprzMqHdBU38VtHls9FdGGtn...
Do NOT wait until graduation to build a network of career contacts. Learn to use LinkedIn to connect with industry professionals and find mentors today!
Professional Networking Tips
Thursday, September 21, 5 PM - 6 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAuduiprjIoGNT6y_J73ALN-MYWFW...
Do NOT wait until graduation to build a network of career contacts. Learn to use LinkedIn to connect with industry professionals and find mentors today!
Salary Negotiations
Tuesday, September 26, 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Lakewood Campus - Red Fox Room (Rm. 1105) and Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qd-qrqjgsHd1uAQlpluiUDsJmVZ...
Know you worth! Gain confidence and learn strategies for negotiating salary.
Salary Negotiations
Wednesday, September 27, 5 PM - 6 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYodeqvrTstHtT8485CZkek0VCwrt...
Know your worth! Gain confidence and learn strategies for negotiating salary.
October
Resumes & Cover Letters
Tuesday, Oct. 3, 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Lakewood Campus - The HUB (Rm. 1241) and Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwkcu2orzMrHNaTm9je74idnDugq3...
Students will learn the basic mechanics of writing resumes and cover letters that employers WILL stop to read! Regardless of the industry, these strategies will showcase the relevant experience and the transferable skills.
Resumes & Cover Letters
Wednesday, Oct. 4, 5 PM - 6 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMld-iupz8pHN3sAupFO5SZfajDr_...
Students will learn the basic mechanics of writing resumes and cover letters that employers WILL stop to read! Regardless of the industry, these strategies will showcase the relevant experience and the transferable skills.
Professional Networking Tips
Wednesday, Oct. 18, 5 PM - 6 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtf-GqqjksHdBvoIShpbrgCyd-46...
Do NOT wait until graduation to build a network of career contacts. Learn to use LinkedIn to connect with industry professionals and find mentors today!
Professional Networking Tips
Thursday, Oct. 19, 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Lake Campus - The HUB (Rm. 1241) and Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwsduqspzopHt1B8sqpD0wjo3RiZo...
Do NOT wait until graduation to build a network of career contacts. Learn to use LinkedIn to connect with industry professionals and find mentors today!
Job Search Strategies
Tuesday, Oct. 24, 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Lakewood Campus - The HUB (Rm. 1241) and Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAuc-mhqD4oGNO1LYyx1lscvAhJfs...
Learn how to effectively use digital search tools like RRCC's Handshake to find jobs and internships that best match your experience, skills, and employment needs.
Job Search Strategies
Wednesday, Oct. 25, 5 PM - 6 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpdu6srjgqGdWgiV9QPKir5e0T2h...
Learn how to effectively use digital search tools like RRCC's Handshake to find jobs and internships that best match your experience, skills, and employment needs.
Resumes & Cover Letters
Tuesday, Oct. 31, 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Lakewood Campus - The HUB (Rm. 1241) and Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUld--upzkqG9acO14YHlOJW9Yurc...
Students will learn the basic mechanics of writing resumes and cover letters that employers WILL stop to read! Regardless of the industry, these strategies will showcase the relevant experience and the transferable skills.
November
Resumes & Cover Letters
Wednesday, Nov. 1, 5 PM - 6 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sdO6ppjIiGdRWIecmbupmv1yqp2...
Students will learn the basic mechanics of writing resumes and cover letters that employers WILL stop to read! Regardless of the industry, these strategies will showcase the relevant experience and the transferable skills.
Interview Skills
Tuesday, Nov. 7, 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Lakewood Campus - The HUB (Rm. 1241)
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrc-igrzwiGtRVBob7GVQVWir8d2...
Interviews don't have to be nerve-racking. Learn strategies to shape discussions about experience and skills and improve focus.
Interview Skills
Nov. 8, 5 PM - 6 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUudOCpqDMqHtUC-_Defzb1cpgC68...
Interviews don't have to be nerve-racking. Learn strategies to shape discussions about experience and skills and improve focus.
Professional Networking Tips
Tuesday, Nov. 14, 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Lakewood Campus - The HUB (Rm. 1241) and Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApde6urDsuHtz_pg4Npwhac2DUVL...
Do NOT wait until graduation to build a network of career contacts. Learn to use LinkedIn to connect with industry professionals and find mentors today!
Professional Networking Tips
Wednesday, Nov. 15, 5 PM - 6 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrc-yopjkqG9zFXNUn7JIRr51fqW...
Do NOT wait until graduation to build a network of career contacts. Learn to use LinkedIn to connect with industry professionals and find mentors today!
Salary Negotiations
Tuesday, Nov. 28, 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Lakewood Campus - The HUB (Rm. 1241) and Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApfu-trjMuGNTRuqAxZK76XNO63n...
Know your worth! Gain confidence and learn strategies for negotiating salary.
Salary Negotiations
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 5 PM - 6 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvdeGspjMrGdy7EESByj9HES4gvp...
Know your worth! Gain confidence and learn strategies for negotiating salary.
Internship Information Session
Thursday, Nov. 30, 3 PM - 4 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://cccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItcuyhrD8oHdFMFdtR966HvB4meM...
Learn about the value of internships in gaining career-world experience alongside classroom instruction. Time will also be spent understanding the internship process at RRCC and how to gain internship credit.
Red Rocks Community College is now on Handshake, the leading job board platform!
We are excited to announce our transition to a new platform to connect students and graduates to career opportunities. Handshake is the #1 way college students find jobs.
Students and Graduates
Students now have exclusive access to Handshake, the #1 career platform! Click here to watch a video to learn more. Check our website for more information about info sessions to learn how to navigate the platform, search for career opportunities, post your resume, attend events such as virtual and in person Career Fairs, and more! Log in using your S-number. If you are a graduate and would like access Handshake, just create an account using your email and request to access Red Rocks Community College. We will follow up to verify your account with your S#.
Employers
Join us on Handshake! Click here to create an account and get started posting job openings and events, and connecting with students. If you're already on Handshake, just look for our school. We approve connections within three (3) business days.
Questions?
Email us at rrcc.careerconnect@rrcc.edu.
Student Success
This is what #CareerSuccess looks like at RRCC!
Student Success Story: Nicholas Zucal, RRCC Graduate
My Pathway at RRCC:
EMT Certification (fall semester 2018) and Fire Academy Certification courses (spring semester 2019) with (FF I and Hazmat certs)
How do you like your career?
This job was made for my personality, I absolutely LOVE my job. I have dabbled in many career choices through the years in search of what I thought would satisfy my professional desires and all have fallen short to maintaining my interest except firefighting.
Did school prepare you for this, or were there any classes that helped you to be successful at this job?
The EMT certification course and Fire Academy provided through RRCC not only prepared me academically but molded my basic physical skills as a first responder. The instructors involved in both EMT and Fire Certification courses were experienced in my field of work. Having experienced proctors gave me valuable reference tools that I still utilize today. Whether it’s assessing patients on medical calls or trusting my instincts enough to not second guess a decision, I fall back on the words of my initial instructors from RRCC courses.
Do you plan on staying in this career, or moving on to other things in the future?
I plan on retiring with Westminster Fire Department. I’m in my 30’s and this was the final career change I was praying for.
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