STCC to connect students with success with spring Career and College Transfer Fair

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Springfield Technical Community College will host a spring Career and College Transfer Fair on Thursday, April 11, 4 p.m.- 6 p.m. to help students and anyone seeking their next career move or interested in learning more about four-year college transfer options.

The Career and College Transfer Fair will take place in Scibelli Hall (Building 2) gymnasium at STCC. The event is free for students, alumni and friends of STCC looking for their next career move.

Prior to the fair, on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, the Division of Workforce Development at STCC will hold resume writing workshops and career counseling sessions to help students refine their job search strategies and improve their professional profiles. Thursday’s activities will include opportunities for students to talk to various colleges, universities and companies, participate in mock interviews from 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. to help them strengthen their skills and build confidence and starting at 3:30 take professional photo shots that can be used for online profiles.

“We are thrilled to host the Career and College Transfer Fair at STCC,” said Gladys Franco, Assistant Vice President of Workforce Development at STCC. “The event aims to provide students and community members with valuable networking opportunities and access to a wide range of career paths and employment opportunities.”

he event aims to provide students and community members with valuable networking opportunities and access to a wide range of career paths and employment opportunities. Gladys Franco, Assistant Vice President of Workforce Development

Attendees should bring their resume and wear professional clothing. Students may be eligible to get free business attire to make their best impression at the event. Men can visit Suit Up Springfield, a community organization focused on providing the young men of Springfield with professional attire. Women can get assistance from Dress for Success, which provides professional attire for job interviews.

Representatives from four-year colleges and universities will be on hand to discuss transfer options. Four-year colleges and universities that offer transfer opportunities to STCC students can set up a table for free.

STCC offers corporate and nonprofit partnerships as well, which includes a vendor table. Employers in the region may contact STCC to participate. “We encourage employers to register as soon as possible, since space is limited,” Franco said. “Employers won’t want to miss being part of the Career Fair at STCC. This is an opportunity to find excellent candidates for positions.”

Find out more information, including prices for sponsorships, by visiting stcc.io/careerfair.

The Career and College Transfer Fair will feature:

• Booths and information sessions hosted by employers representing various industries, including healthcare, technology, finance, education and more.
• Booths and information sessions hosted by four-year colleges and universities.
• Networking opportunities with industry professionals and alumni, allowing attendees to establish valuable connections and gain insights into different career paths.

Participants can visit stcc.io/careerfair to find more information, including links to register. For questions, please contact Shannon Sarkisian at 413-755-4675 or sgsarkisian2301@stcc.edu.

Interested in applying to STCC? Visit stcc.edu/apply or call Admissions at (413) 755-3333.

About Springfield Technical Community College

STCC, the Commonwealth's only technical community college, continues the pioneering legacy of the Springfield Armory with comprehensive and technical education in manufacturing, STEM, healthcare, business, social services, and the liberal arts. STCC's highly regarded workforce, certificate, degree, and transfer programs are the most affordable in Springfield and provide unequaled opportunity for the vitality of Western Massachusetts. Founded in 1967, the college – a designated Hispanic Serving Institution – seeks to close achievement gaps among students who traditionally face societal barriers. STCC supports students as they transform their lives through intellectual, cultural, and economic engagement while becoming thoughtful, committed and socially responsible graduates.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Jim Danko, (413) 755-4812, jdanko@stcc.edu

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