The workshops, print materials, and electronic resources in the Career Resource Center help students to choose a career path based upon their abilities, interests, academic background, and job-market information. The Center has print and electronic resources for career exploration and the assessment of student interests and aptitudes. Software programs in the Career Resource Center also include resume writing and a job listing system that provides information on job openings with area employers. Career workshops are offered on a regular basis, and students are encouraged to use the Center s resources while at Holyoke Community College.
Internet access is also available.
Placement packets are provided to graduating students. A satellite of the CareerPoint federally funded one-stop career center is located n the Career Resource Center. CareerPoint staff are based in the Center, along with a computerized data base of CareerPoint job opportunities and information. Students interested in transfer information have access to the computerized Peterson s College Search, which provides information about colleges that match their academic intentions. Students who choose to transfer should consult with the College s Transfer Counselor or attend a group workshop.