Mock Interview event draws crowd hungry for pizza—and interview tips!

Employment Preparation, Events

On June 2nd, the Downtown Campus hosted a Mock Interview event in collaboration with Professor Karen Cassidy’s reading class. During the event students were split into pairs and given sample job postings, interview question flash cards, and interview evaluations. After reviewing the job posting, the students would decide who would be interviewed first. The interviewer … Continue reading Mock Interview event draws crowd hungry for pizza—and interview tips! →

Turning your passion into cash can takes work, but one current SPC student shares her story.

Student Stories

Christina MacDonald has always had a passion for animals – in fact, she has three! After years of living in Cleveland working dead-end jobs and volunteer opportunities, she was unsatisfied with the responsibilities of her, while passionate, low-level jobs caring for dogs. She wanted to make a difference. She went back to school, took other … Continue reading Turning your passion into cash can takes work, but one current SPC student shares her story. →

Can being an “out-of-the-box thinker” hurt your chances at employment? Employers say yes! Find out why.

Career News, Employment Preparation, Industry News

How could it be a problem to say that you can “always find solutions to problems” or that you’re an “out of the box thinker”? Everyone says it on their resumes and cover letters right? Well, that’s the problem. These cliché phrases can be a major red flag to employers. But, why? Well, first off, … Continue reading Can being an “out-of-the-box thinker” hurt your chances at employment? Employers say yes! Find out why. →

Study Abroad is a great way to see the world and can help you get the career you want after graduation!

Career Exploration

Did you know that one in five U.S. jobs is linked to the international trade? Yet, it’s still estimated that these companies lose around $2 billion a year because of employees’ poor cross cultural skills. Establishing positive techniques for multicultural conflict resolution, strong foreign language skills, and effective collaboration skills will enable you to be … Continue reading Study Abroad is a great way to see the world and can help you get the career you want after graduation! →

“Do you have any questions for me?” 5 questions employers WANT you to ask!

Career News, Employment Preparation

We’ve all been there. Throughout the whole interview you fielded questions like a pro – professionalism, intelligence, proper training. You’re the total package! Just as you get to the end, the interviewer asks the dreaded final question: “Do you have any questions for me?”. All of your calculated poise flies out the window and you’re … Continue reading “Do you have any questions for me?” 5 questions employers WANT you to ask! →

Employers will spend 6 seconds looking at your resume.

Employment Preparation

These days, employers are inundated with resumes (think 200+ resumes PER position!). Usually employers give resumes a 6-15 second glance to see if a candidate is even worth a second look. Career Igniter came up with 5 things to consider when you’re hoping to make it past the skim read. Make it easy for the … Continue reading Employers will spend 6 seconds looking at your resume. →

Beginning with the end in mind: How to set career goals that work for you.

Career Exploration

Throughout your childhood and entire school career, students frequently hear many questions and prompts to choose a career. This is one of the most important decisions you will ever make and with two thirds of working people in jobs they dislike, it’s one worth putting in some time and thought. Although there are no guarantees, … Continue reading Beginning with the end in mind: How to set career goals that work for you. →

Social media has changed how we search for jobs. “Follow” these skills to get an employer to “like” you!

Employment Preparation

Social media has definitely changed the game. Through Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, employers are sometimes finding employees without ever meeting them in person! It’s great to make sure that your social media presence is representative of who you want employers to see, but make sure you’re not forgetting about your in-person presence. The National Career … Continue reading Social media has changed how we search for jobs. “Follow” these skills to get an employer to “like” you! →

New, starting this fall session, Weekend College, Clearwater Campus

Events, General

SPC is proud to announce a new “Weekend College” program starting this August.  Working professionals will be able to earn their Associate of Arts or Associate in Science in Business Administration degree on weekends starting this fall.  Available at the Clearwater Campus, students attending Weekend College will have the opportunity to take courses in various … Continue reading New, starting this fall session, Weekend College, Clearwater Campus →

Aaron’s will be on the Downtown Campus recruiting students on 6/8 from 11am – 1pm

Events

Aaron’s is looking for friendly, dependable, hard-working people to fill a variety of full and part time positions in their Pinellas, Tampa Bay, and Pasco County locations. Hours will be flexible around your school schedule. A recruiting representative will be on the Downtown Campus on Monday, June 8th from 11am – 1pm. Interested students should … Continue reading Aaron’s will be on the Downtown Campus recruiting students on 6/8 from 11am – 1pm →