Career Exploration
What makes you fail is the lack of information and resources.
Listen to suggestions and experiences from people in different careers
In order to let our students have a deeper understanding of various careers, we are going to invite many successful and respectable individuals in different career paths to have virtual meetings with our members.
Here is the list of 2024-2025 invitees:
Masimo, Executive Vice President,
Business Development
Business Analyst in Kearney
MBA Candidate in Columbia University
Co-founder and COO at Cozy Zero
Respectable Family law Attorney with long experience,
Owner of Rachel Castrejon Family Law & Mediation
Formal experienced Software Engineer in Google, Space X
General Advice: SBCC Career Center Advisor
Career Center
The Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) Career Center supports students in navigating their educational and career paths. Located in the Business/Communication Building, the center offers resources such as career counseling, workshops, and job fairs. Services include major and career exploration, job and internship placements, resume and interview assistance, and work experience programs. It also provides specific resources for undocumented students, employers, and faculty.
The Career Center operates Monday through Thursday with drop-in hours and offers online appointments for students seeking personalized career guidance.
Find your dream job
The Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH), provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, is an essential online resource that gives in-depth insights into various careers across different sectors. The website presents extensive information on job roles, including typical duties, necessary education and training, average pay, and projected job growth over the next decade. Its structure is user-friendly, allowing users to search by occupational groups or specific job titles, making it highly accessible for anyone exploring potential career paths.
By using the OOH, students can discover the qualifications and skills needed for their careers of interest, understand earning potential, and assess job market trends. This resource helps students make informed choices about their education and training, supporting you in planning a path that aligns with the current and future demands of the job market. Whether students are researching entry-level roles or evaluating long-term career growth potential, the OOH offers reliable data to guide your decisions effectively.
Where can you find internship
Having internship experience in your dream careers is not only important for you who are going to transfer, but also necessary for those who are going to find a job after graduation. But where can we find internships?
SBCC Career Center
The SBCC Career Center helps students find internships through personalized counseling, an online job board, and local employer connections. Students also gain access to workshops and job fairs, which enhance their skills in resume writing and interviewing, preparing them to secure internships aligned with their career goals.
As the world's largest professional networking site, LinkedIn offers a vast array of internship listings across various industries. Its advanced search filters and networking capabilities make it a valuable tool for students.
Indeed
A comprehensive job search engine that aggregates listings from multiple sources, including company career pages and job boards. Indeed allows users to filter searches specifically for internships and provides company reviews and salary information.
Glassdoor
Known for its company reviews and salary insights, Glassdoor also features a wide range of internship opportunities. It offers detailed information about company culture and interview processes, aiding students in making informed decisions.
