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SUNY GCC - Genesee Community College

Statement of Purpose

In support of Genesee Community College’s mission and vision, Career Services is committed to providing assistance in navigating career and educational planning. Our office develops and sustains positive relationships with students, alumni, faculty, staff, employers, and our community members. These meaningful partnerships, in addition to customized educational experiences, are designed to coach, prepare, and support individuals to become career confident citizens in a global work environment.

Exploring Career Options

Career Assessment

Answer questions about the type of work you might enjoy and get instant results identifying career paths that naturally fit your personality. Your interest profiler will then suggest careers that match your interests and training along with additional information on each career option job outlook, salary, education needed, etc.).

Career Counseling

One-on-one appointments are available to discuss any of our services more in-depth and on a personal level. You can schedule an appointment by calling or emailing us.

Career and Educational Planning (CEP)

GCC offers CEP courses that can help you find a career and reach specific career goals. View CEP courses in the course listing.

Career Resources

News and Announcements

  • Resume Contest accepting submissions March 4 through April 12! Enter HERE!
  • Must be a currently registered GCC student, one entry per person. Prizes awarded at the Student Celebration of Excellence on Tuesday, May 7.
  • Entrants are encouraged to attend the Resume Workshop Thursday April 4 at 12:30 in T206.

Career Links

  • Handshake is the #1 way college students find jobs: Download the app
  • Create your profile and identify interests
    • Select your job type
    • Select your preferred location
    • Select your job role
  • Upload your resume
    • Make your resume visible to employers
    • “My Journey” is to showcase your personality
    • Add a professional photo
    • Add education, work & volunteer experience, organizations, courses and projects
  • Get Connected
    • Message an employer
    • Sign up for a virtual chat
    • Attend an event

Career Readiness Toolkit

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Career Workshops

Each semester we hold a variety of workshops covering topics including job search strategies, interviewing skills, resume writing, and much more. Our center also holds Job Fairs right on campus.