STCC to host workshops leading up to Career and College Transfer Fair

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Springfield Technical Community College will host a fall Career and College Transfer Fair on Thursday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m. to noon to help students and anyone else seeking their next career move or interested in learning more about four-year college transfer options.

STCC will hold a series of workshops and events starting Oct. 10 to help Career and College Transfer Fair attendees prepare. They include workshops for resume building, cover letter writing and social media and networking, among other events.

All events are free for students, alumni and friends of STCC looking for their next career move. The main event, the Career and College Transfer Fair, will be held at STCC in the Scibelli Hall (Building 2) gymnasium.

“We are thrilled to host the Career and College Transfer Fair at STCC along with several workshops to help you prepare for the fair,” said Gladys Franco, vice president of Workforce Development at STCC. “This is a terrific opportunity to network and connect with area businesses. We encourage everyone to bring a polished resume to the event.”

Attendees also will have a chance to meet with representatives from four-year colleges and universities who can discuss transfer options. Four-year colleges and universities that offer transfer opportunities to STCC students can set up a table for free.

Employers in the region also can contact STCC to participate. STCC offers corporate and nonprofit partnerships, which includes a vendor table. Find out more information, including prices for sponsorships, by visiting stcc.io/careerfair.

“We encourage employers to register as soon as possible, since employer space is limited,” Franco said. “Employers won’t want to miss being part of the Career Fair at STCC. This is an opportunity to potentially find excellent candidates for positions.”

Students may be eligible to get a free suit 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 professional attire. Women can get assistance from Dress for Success, which provides professional attire to secure employment. 

Participants can visit stcc.io/careerfair to find more information, including links to register. For questions, please contact Danielle Morales at 413-755-4893 or dmorales0002@stcc.edu.

Below are Career and College Transfer Events held in Scibelli Hall (Building 2):

  • Tuesday, Oct. 10: Resume Building Workshop, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Oct. 11: Cover Letter Writing Workshop, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, Oct. 12: Professional Social Media & Networking Workshop, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
  • Friday, Oct. 13: Dress to Impress Workshop, 1:30 -3:30 p.m.
  • Monday, Oct. 16: STCC Foundation Scholarships Info Session, 12:15-1:15 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Oct. 17: All About Transfer Workshop, 12:15-1:15 p.m.
  • Thursday, Oct. 19: Career & College Fair, 10 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
  • Thursday, Oct. 19: Mock Interviews, 12:30-2:30 p.m. (pre-registration required)
  • Friday, Oct. 20: Commonwealth Commitment & Mass Transfer Workshop, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m.
  • Friday, Oct. 20: College Transfer Field Trip, 1:30-5:00 p.m. (pre-registration required)

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