At Your Service
Career Services Office
SRC 107, Main Campus
Tel: 847-214-7399
Fax: 847-622-3055
careerservices@elgin.edu
Hours: M 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.; T-Th 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; F 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Career Events at ECC
Information about presentations and special events, such as National Career Development Month.
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Career Services
Welcome to your first stop for all things career-related. We provide career counseling, career exploration classes, interest and personality assessments and resources to help you choose a major and career. We can also assist you with job search skills and strategies, including resume review and mock interviews. Your success is our first priority!
Helping Undecided Students
Career Services can help students who have not yet determined a major. We can help you answer the following questions:
- How do I start the process of choosing a major?
- How do I know what majors match my interests, values and personality characteristics?
- What can I do with the major I’m considering?
Career Exploration & Planning
Career Counseling
Career counseling appointments are offered FREE to students and residents of ECC District 509
Career Assessment Package
Three assessment instruments assist in career development. More»
Career Discovery Workshop
Two-hour group discussion, activities and self-assessment to help individuals' match their skills and interests with possible careers. More»
General Student Development
Short-term classes that feature exploration of career options and academic majors, mid-life career transitions, and job search strategies. More»
Employment Assistance
topGet the job you deserve! Career Services provides help in the following areas so you can succeed in todays economy.
Collaboration
- Resume & cover letters - get assistance and critiques from a trained professional.
- Interview techniques - get coaching and tips for answering difficult questions.
- Portfolios - make a statement about yourself during the interview; we can give you pointers.
Job Posting Announcements
- College Central Network - search online job opportunities, career articles and videos. More»
- Student Employment Programs - work 10-20 hours per week. More»
- Bulletin Boards - find employment listings at the office of Career Services and on job boards located throughout the Main Campus and at the Fountain Square Campus. Get directions»
Cooperative Work-Study
Offering students majoring in career and transfer programs an opportunity to gain work experience related to their major. More»
On Campus Recruitment
Employers with multiple job openings are encouraged to recruit on campus, meet face-to-face with students and conduct on the spot interviews. The recruiting calendar is posted on campus bulletin boards and shared with appropriate departments, as well as posted on the Career Services online calendar. View recruiting calendar».
Annual Job Fair
topDon't miss this great opportunity to meet your future employer or to hire your next star employee(s)! More»