Career Center

Career Center Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Career Center? back to top

The Career Center is a centralized office staffed by TMCC professionals who will assist you with career and employment needs. We are your guide to career advisement and planning, job search techniques and strategies, career information, job placement, and internships.

What can Career Services do for me? back to top

Want to find out what the 15 fastest growing occupations are? Want to find out the salary and employment outlook for your dream job? Visit the Career Center where you can also take a career assessment to identify your interest areas, meet with a career advisor, find out about internships, or meet with the Job Placement Specialist to learn how to search for a job, or write an effective resume and cover letter.

Is there a fee for career services? back to top

Most of our career services are free of charge to students and the community. We charge fees for the career assessments Myers Briggs Type Indicator and Strong Interest Inventory.

What are the Career Center hours? back to top

During the fall and spring semesters, we are open Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, we are open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please call 673-7063 to make an appointment anytime during office hours.

Where is the Career Center located? back to top

The Career Center is located at the Dandini Campus, Red Mountain building, room 114.

Do I have to be a student at TMCC to utilize the career services? back to top

Career Services assists students, alumni, and community residents in achieving their educational, career/work, and life goals. Please call 673-7063 to make an appointment anytime during office hours.

How can a career advisor help me? back to top

A career advisor can help you explore who you are as well as help you to identify a compatible occupation or academic major. Students or community members who are unsure of their vocational interests are encouraged to meet with an advisor or take an interest assessment or personality inventory such as Choices Interest Profiler, the Strong Interest Inventory, or the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator. For more information about these assessments, click here. Please call 673-7063 to make an appointment anytime during office hours.

How do I make an appointment to see a career counselor or advisor? back to top

Please call 673-7063 to make an appointment anytime during office hours.

I am a high school student; can I use your services? back to top

Yes, if you are a high school student, you are welcome to take advantage of our free services and start planning your future. Please call 673-7063 to make an appointment anytime during office hours.

I am an adult seeking to change my career; can I use your services? back to top

Yes, our counselors and advisors can meet with you to discuss your plans and start planning your career change soon. Please call 673-7063 to make an appointment anytime during office hours.

Do you offer career assessments? What is the cost? back to top

Yes, we have three career assessments. You may start by taking Choices, which is free. If you would like a more detailed career assessment, you may take the Strong Interest Inventory, which costs $15 or the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) which costs $25.

Why should I take Choices? back to top

Choices is a comprehensive career assessment test that will help you find out about your personal interests and match those interests with different occupations. You will also explore different types of information for the jobs you are researching such as education, earnings, outlook, and much more.

Why should I take the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) career assessment? back to top

This tool can help you make a more informed career decision. Knowing your MBTI type can:

  • Help you better understand yourself and others
  • Help you understand the role that environment can play in your well-being
  • Allow you to capitalize on your strengths and the strengths of others
  • Help you build better relationships on the job or at home

Why should I take the Strong Interest Inventory career assessment? back to top

The primary purpose of the Strong is to help individuals match their interests with occupational, educational and leisure pursuits that are compatible with those interests. The strong can also be useful if you are trying to choose a college major, career area, or work training program. It is useful for those making a mid-career change or preparing for a post-retirement vocation.

Can you tell me about your Career Center four-step process? back to top

The four-step process is a guide to help you when exploring your career options.

  • Step 1 (Assess) - Learn about yourself (interests, skills, values, abilities and lifestyle preferences) and develop an individual career plan (ICP).
  • Step 2 (Explore) - Locate resources and research online for career options and information.
  • Step 3 (Focus) - Apply classroom learning to a real work situation by participating in an internship.
  • Step 4 (Implement) - Develop a plan of action to enter the world of work by mastering job search techniques and strategies.

How do I find out about occupations in high demand? back to top

Stop by the Career Center is in the Student Services Center, Dandini Campus, Red Mountain building, room 114 and get a list of occupations that are in high demand by bachelor's degree or higher, by associate's degree or other formal training, or long-term, short term on-the-job training.

How do I find out about internship programs? back to top

Internships are an essential way to focus and gain valuable work experience by linking you to an employer to develop your work readiness skills. You may call the Career Center at 673-7063 and ask to make an appointment to see Bonnie Green for further details.

How do I find out about employment opportunities? back to top

Job Placement Services, located in the Career Center, Red Mountain Building, room 114 has a variety of services and materials to help with finding employment opportunities. Stop by the Career Center and check out the latest database of jobs on and off campus.

How do I find out about placement services? back to top

Placement Services have a wide variety of services and materials to assist students and alumni in getting a jump on the professional job search. Receive assistance with your job search, create your resume, learn new strategies, attend valuable work related workshops, participate in a mock interview and gain access to employers. A specialist is available to help you look sharp and get hired.

What major should I choose for a career in? back to top

If you are undecided as to what major you should choose, career services has information on specific majors and occupations related to those majors.

Does the Career Center help with job search strategies, resumes, or mock interviews? back to top

Yes, the Career Center staff offers workshops throughout the academic year to assist you in developing job search strategies and techniques to get a jump on the professional job search. We help you by providing feedback on resumes or mock interviews.

Can the Career Center help me choose classes for my career? back to top

Yes, with the assistance of the UNR/UNLV transfer guides, the Career Center can recommend appropriate courses for your major and career goals. You and the career advisor will develop an Individual Career Plan (ICP) for two or four-year planning.

Why is it important to research a career? back to top

Many people do not have the opportunity to make a well-informed career decision. The more you know about yourself and the world of work, the better decision you will be able to make. Career assessments can help you identify your interests, personality, values and skills. Occupational research can help you identify the working conditions, physical demands, skills and abilities, employment outlook and salary (to name just a few) of an occupation you are considering.