Are you looking for a job, internship, or information to get started in the tech industry? Well, SPC’s Tech Community Connection MyCourses Commons is the perfect place for you.
Introducing the Tech Community Connection MyCourses Commons
The Tech Community Connection is a commons put together on MyCourses exclusively for St. Petersburg College technology students. This commons has an abundance of information that can help any technology student no matter where they are on the spectrum. Some of the information that is at your disposable is:
- Job opportunities from local industry leading companies
- Internship opportunities both paid and not
- Career Frequently Asked Questions
- Information on workshops and events that help you develop professional skills
- Faculty information
- News and resources to help you stay ahead of the game for your career in IT
Networking starts here
The Tech Community Connection MyCourses Commons is also a great place to start your networking venture. You can connect with students and faculty in every area of technology at the click of a button. This is super handy if you need help or just simply advice on how to proceed with a class assignment or project.
Don’t miss a thing with the app
This commons is ever changing and constantly being updated with information for you. In order to stay connected and updated you should download the Brightspace Pulse app to your mobile device.
Brightspace Pulse is a mobile app for students that can help you stay connected and on track with your courses. It allows you to view course calendars, readings, assignments, evaluations, grades, and news all in one place. The app will help you to make better decisions about how to handle your workload, when to submit assignments, and when to prepare for tests. Real-time alerts will let you know when classes are canceled or moved and when new grades are available. The schedule view and weekly visualization allows you to quickly at a glance view what is due today, this week and upcoming for all your courses.
- See all the important dates and deadlines for each one of your courses
- Anticipate your busiest times with a quick glance
- Receive the latest grades and news
- View all your course content
- Share updates via email, text messages, and social media
- View and reply to subscribed discussion threads
- Enter your own events and deadlines
Brightspace Pulse is available through both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.
I am current SPC student wanting to break into the IT field. I know this is a difficult field to break into with a lot of employers requiring years of experience before they even consider you. I really hope this career change for me will pay off. I wish everyone else the very best.
Hi Robert,
Thank you so much reading our blog! Yes, the IT field can be difficult to break into but it’s a lot easier when you’re prepared. To prepare yourself you should visit one of our career advisors. They can help you with your resume, portfolio, interview skills, etc.. To learn more visit: http://www.spcollege.edu/careerservices/