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IT Professional? Attend the Tampa Bay Hi-Tech Training Info Session

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St. Petersburg College’s Tampa Bay Hi-Tech Training (HITT) program offers technology certification training to local unemployed residents at no cost to them. This program was created by the U.S. Department of Labor to train IT professionals who have been long-term unemployed so they can upgrade their technical skills. The program covers the costs of tuition, books and fees at SPC or Hillsborough Community College, and is made possible through a $3.8 million grant awarded to the Tampa Bay Workforce Alliance and CareerSource Pinellas from the U.S. Department of Labor.

To learn more about this program, attend the information session tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb. 17th at the St. Pete/Gibbs campus from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Details below. Hope to see you there!

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Paid internship opportunity with Disney College Program

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Have you ever dreamed about interning for the Walt Disney Company? Here is your opportunity to land a once in a lifetime, paid internship at one of the most recognized and sought after companies in the world. The Disney College Program is currently accepting applicants for the fall 2015 internship class.

To find out more about this incredible opportunity, stop by one of these information sessions at a campus near you. Current SPC students who are alumni of the Disney College Program will be on-hand to answer questions, and give you direct insight about their internship experience.

Upcoming Disney College Program information sessions:

Click here for more information about the Disney College Program, or contact Jacob Wortock, Career Services Employment and Internship Coordinator, at 727-341-3102. **March 20th is the deadline to apply for a fall 2015 Disney College Program internship.**

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Computer and Information Technology Info Session Tonight!

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College of Computer & Information Technology Information Session

Thursday, Feb. 12, 5:30-7 p.m.

St. Petersburg College

EpiCenter, Room 1-453

  At this session you can:

  • Learn about programs offered in Information Technology
  • Learn about our SMART CHOICE degree (Earn A.A., A.S. and B.A.S. for $10K)
  • Speak to the dean, faculty and advisors
  • Learn about the internship opportunities for CCIT students
  • For current students, learn how you can transfer to our bachelor’s degree in Technology Development and Management

Get started today! RSVP ONLINE

For more information, visit www.spcollege.edu/ccit or call 727-341-4722.

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Need help with your Resume? Attend Resume Pastabilities!

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Create or improve your resume with your Tarpon Springs Campus Career Team! Pasta will be provided. This event will be held Monday, Feb 16, 2015 from 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm in Room, NU 460. Come explore your resume “pastabilities”!

Questions? Contact Claudia Faiola, Career Specialist, at faiola.claudia@spcollege.edu or call 727-712-5444.

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SPC Tarpon Campus Career Expo and Employment Fair Today

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St. Petersburg College’s Tarpon Springs Campus in conjunction with Congressman Gus Bilirakis, is hosting a Career Expo and Employment Fair today, Wednesday, February 11th from 2-5 p.m. The event will be held in the Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art lobby.

Congressman Gus Bilirakis shared, “I am honored to be able to hold this job fair. Too many of my constituents are still struggling – for them, the recession has not ended. It is my sincere hope this job fair will yield positive results.”

Attend today, and meet with local businesses who are hiring in several important workforce fields. Hope to see you there!

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Career Boot Camp Kicks-Off This Friday!

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Career Boot Camp begins at St. Petersburg College’s EpiCenter this Friday!

Need help with job search preparation? Come learn how to be a competitive applicant. Stand out from the crowd by attending our resume, job search, and interview preparation workshops. Come to all three, and receive a Boot Camp Certificate of Completion.

This week’s focus will be on resume writing. These workshops are open to all majors. For more information, contact Rosaria Pipitone, Career Outreach Specialist, at (727) 341-4722 or pipitone.rosaria@spcollege.edu.

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Attend the Supply Chain Management Information Session

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To help boost the local, skilled, supply chain workforce, SPC will begin offering entry to mid-level certifications in supply chain management. The training is being offered through a $1.5 million federal grant received last year.

The LINCS (Leveraging, Integrating, Networking, and Coordinating Supplies) Supply Chain Management Training Program is a great way to earn entry to mid-level industry certifications that will enable individuals to enter and advance in their supply chain careers.

Attend the upcoming Information Session to learn more!

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February is Career and Technical Education Month!

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According to the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE), CTE Month® is an annual celebration held in February of CTE community members’ achievements and accomplishments nationwide. CTE Month 2015 raises awareness of the crucial role CTE has in readying our nation for economic success and workforce competitiveness. Students and educators alike are developing the skills that will power the future of college and career success.

In recognition of National CTE Month, Governor Rick Scott has issued a Career and Technical Education Month proclamation noting career and technical education offers individuals lifelong opportunities to learn new skills and gain advanced workforce training. Click here to learn more about the CTE programs offered at SPC, or attend an upcoming career services, internships or workforce event.

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  • Program enrollment in the Associate in Science degree and Certificate programs exceeded 10,000 students in 2013-14.
  • St. Petersburg College awarded 1,005 Associate in Science degrees in 2013-14.
  • St. Petersburg College is at the forefront of workforce training innovation due to significant grant awards from the U.S. Department of Labor in supply chain management/logistics, manufacturing, and orthotics and prosthetics for career education.
  • St. Petersburg College has over 35 advisory committees who work to ensure SPC’s educational programs are effective in meeting the professional and employment needs of the Tampa Bay area.

*Data Source: St. Petersburg College’s 2014-15 Fact Book

Please join St. Petersburg College as we celebrate CTE Month 2015!

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Smart Choice Program Info Session

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Have you heard about St. Petersburg College’s Smart Choice opportunity in Technology Development and Management? This innovative program is hosting an Information Session next week at SPC’s EpiCenter Campus. RSVP online today! Learn how you can earn three degrees (A.A., A.S. and B.A.S.) from the College of Computer and Information Technology for just $10K. Speak with advisors, meet the dean and faculty, review courses, and admission requirements, and hear about the Jump Start Technology Summer Session coming this year.

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Career Boot Camp 2015 is here!

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The next Career Boot Camp series begins at St. Petersburg College’s EpiCenter in February!

Need help with job search preparation? Come to SPC’s Career Boot Camp and learn how to be a competitive applicant. Stand out from the crowd by attending our resume, job search, and interview preparation workshops. Come to all three, and receive a Boot Camp Certificate of Completion!

1.  RESUME WRITING WORKSHOP

  • Friday, February 13th from 9:00-10:00 a.m.
  • Room 1-328. Seating is limited, so be sure to RSVP.

2.  JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES

  • Friday, February 20th from 9:00-10:00 a.m.
  • Room 1-312. Seating is limited, so be sure to RSVP.

3.  INTERVIEW TECHNIQUES

  • Friday, February 27th from 9:00-10:00 a.m.
  • Room 1-328. Seating is limited, so be sure to RSVP.

These workshops are open to all majors. For more information, contact Rosaria Pipitone, Career Outreach Specialist, at (727) 341-4722 or pipitone.rosaria@spcollege.edu.

Follow SPC Career Services news on Twitter at #careerspc