One-on-one counseling oriented to explore issues related to values, interests, skills, training and career goals. Incorporated into the individual career counseling sessions are vocational assessments such as the Strong Interest Inventory, Resume and Cover Letter review, Job Search Strategies, and Interview Preparation including Mock Interviews.

• DISCOVER
  Discover helps users identify their strengths and needs, make good career decisions, and build a plan based on their personal profiles. The system offers complete, current databases of occupations, college majors, schools and training institutions, financial aid/scholarships, and military options.
  
• Myers Briggs Type Indicator
  The MBTI assesses personality preferences which may help identify occupational settings most compatible with an individual's personal style.
  
• Strong Interest Inventory
  The Strong Interest Inventory examines the relationship between a variety of interests (i.e., school subjects, amusements, occupations... etc.) and careers which may satisfy those interests.

• ReSuMaNiA!!!!
  Learn to develop and design a professional, marketable resume that will be well received. This workshop will cover content and information what employers are looking for in a resume. Bring in a rough draft and get suggestions for how to make improvements.
  
• How to Land a Job
  Can't find a job? Attend this workshop to learn the ins and outs of an effective job search. Find out how to utilize networking as a job search technique and to identify the most successful job search strategies you can use.
  
• How to Ace an Interview
  How do you prepare a personal pitch? How do you respond to challenging interview questions? What questions should you ask and avoid asking? How do you close the interview? This workshop will allow students to learn the steps to follow before, during and after the interview to increase your chances of landing the job you want.
  
• Major Confusion
  Choosing an academic major? Planning your career? Discovering and clarifying your values can help provide a focus for academic, career, and life decisions. This workshop is designed for students who are uncertain about their choice of a major. It will also aid you in exploring different major options here at Kingsborough.
  
• Navigating the KCC Jobs Board
  Introduction for students to our on-line Jobs Board (powered by College Central Network). Students will be shown how to register for the program, how to upload their resumes and how to search for jobs.
  
• Getting the Most Out of a Job Fair
  The scene can be overwhelming, hundreds of people navigating through dozens or hundreds of exhibition tables filled with potential employers. This workshop will provide with techniques on how to approach a job fair and work through the various employment opportunities.
  
• Internships 101: The Nuts and Bolts of Landing a Great Internship
  Students and employers alike can mutually benefit from internship arrangements. In this workshop, students will learn about: what an internship is, the benefits of including an internship experience as part of their career exploration process, effective strategies for landing a great internship, and making the most of their selected internship.
• Webinars
  The office offers career and transfer webinars each semester. For a list of offerings this semester, visit C-102.

• Part Time/Holiday Job Fair
  The Part Time/Holiday Job Fair assists students land jobs in New York area businesses with seasonal employment for the busy holiday season. In the past, the program has attracted a turnout of over 300 students and has helped companies fill their staffing needs.
• Spring On-Campus Recruitment Fair
  The On-Campus Recruitment Fair is designed for students who are looking for full time positions in their career fields, but also students who are seeking summer employment, part-time positions, as well as internships. Recruitment is done over several days according to industry.
• Evening Job Fair
  The Evening Job Fair is designed for evening students who are looking for part time and full time job opportunities. The fair is open to students of all majors.

Students can apply directly for career opportunities, posted by various employers, by posting their resumes on our online jobs board powered by Symplicity. Students can also view upcoming events on this web site.

On-Campus Recruitment allows employers to interview students on-campus for employment opportunities. We prescreen students and prepare students for the event by providing company information, job description, resume review, and interview tips.

Panel Discussions allows students to hear from representatives from various organizations on trends and employment opportunities within certain industries. The ability to meet with representatives allows students to gain insight and help guide them with their career exploration. Students are also given the opportunity to ask questions of the featured panelist.

During the academic year, the Career Development Center arranges visits to various New York City companies. Students have the opportunity to meet current employees, tour facilities, and familiarize themselves with professional environments.

For more information, students can drop-by our office (C-102) or call us (718) 368-5115 to find out about upcoming visits.

The Career Center is pleased to offer a course through the Student Development department that offers students who are undecided about their major or career the opportunity to engage in a career exploration internship.

For more information about current internship opportunities, click on the "Internships" tab. To inquire about he two-credit linked course, please stop by C-102 or call (718)368-5115 to make an appointment with an Internship Counselor.