Career Services
Your Path from College to Career
At Paris Junior College, academic advising and career services work hand-in-hand to
help you succeed in the classroom and in your career.
Follow this step-by-step flow to get started and stay on track.
Step 1: Meet with Your Advisor
📅 When: Before your first semester and each time you register for classes
💡 Why: Advisors help you choose courses that fit your program, transfer plan, and career
goals.
🔗 Action: Review the steps and things to bring for your Advising visit.
Step 2: Choose Your Program & Plan Your Path
📄 What: Explore PJC’s degrees, certificates, and transfer options.
🎯 Why: A clear plan keeps you on track to graduate and prepares you for your career or transfer
school.
🔗 Action: 📄 Explore Degree & Certificate Programs
Step 3: Connect with Career Services Early
🧭 What: Take a career assessment to discover your strengths and potential career matches.
🤝 Why: The sooner you connect, the more time you have to build your skills and experience.
🔗 Action: 🧭 Take a Career Assessment
Step 4: Build Your Résumé & Skills
📂 What: Get help writing a professional résumé, preparing for interviews, and finding internships
or work-study opportunities.
💼 Why: Employers value experience—get it before graduation.
🔗 Action: 📄 Build Your Résumé or Apply for Student Support Services for assistance with all sorts of career services including resume development.
Step 5: Gain Experience
📊 What: Participate in internships, volunteer opportunities, and campus leadership roles.
🏆 Why: Real-world experience sets you apart from other job candidates.
🔗 Action: 📂 Search Internships & Jobs
Step 6: Transition to Your Career or Transfer
🎓 What: Use PJC’s job fairs, employer connections, and transfer advising to take your next
step.
🚀 Why: We’re here to make sure you leave PJC prepared and confident.
🔗 Action: 📅 View Career Events | 📤 Transfer Resources
Stay Connected Every Semester
Both advising and career planning are ongoing—check in with your advisor and Career Services regularly to update your plan, explore new opportunities, and make sure you’re on track.