Career Services

Job resources for KC students, in partnership with Workforce Solutions

Kilgore College Career Services, in partnership with Workforce Solutions East Texas (WSET), provides KC students and the general public free career-related services for job seekers.  Learn about the many job readiness programs and find out how KC classes can help with educational training for career-specific employment.

NOTE: All services are currently offered remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

What can I get help with?

Free services include:

  • Resume writing
  • Interview assistance
  • Advice for job searches
  • Career exploration
  • Professional development
  • Skills training
  • Educational programs

Career Coach

With Career Coach, you can view the most current local data on wages, employment, job postings, and associated education and training.  It also has a free resume builder.  Visit Career Coach

How to post a job on the job board below:

If you have a job you would like posted in the "Off-Campus Student Jobs" link below, email the information to Kyla Sather or call (903) 983-8644..  Acceptable jobs to post are from companies only--not individuals.  Please keep the job announcement to one page if possible.

Career Services

Career Exploration

 

Career Coach

Career Coach is designed to help you find a good career by providing the most current local data on wages, employment, job postings and associated education and training.  If you have questions about how KC can help you obtain the education you need for certain careers, please contact Kayla Sather at ksather@kilgore.edu or call (903) 983-8644.

Glassdoor

Glassdoor

 Glassdoor is the world's most transparent career community that is changing the way people find jobs, and companies recruit top talent. Glassdoor holds a growing database of 6 million company reviews, CEO approval ratings, salary reports, interview reviews and questions, office photos and more.

My Next Move

What do you want to do for a living? Visit My Next Move and describe what your dream career is and browse careers by industry. There are more than 900 career options for you to look at. This site will suggest careers that match your interest and training.

Texas Reality Check

  • Learn how to build a budget.
  • Find professions that will match your desired salary.
  • See how much you’ll have to pay in taxes, what your monthly income would be and so much more.

National Association of Colleges and Employers

Let the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE) help you find a job.

Here is some of what you can find:

  • Resume & interview advice
  • Tips on how to market yourself to employers
  • Guidance for on-the-job success
  • A salary calculator - search by occupation, location, experience, and more
  • Your rights and responsibilities as a job seeker
  • Information on why you should use career services

Texas Cares

Texas Cares is a collaboration of helpful links and videos for career exploration. It is a product of the Texas Workforce Commission/Labor Market and Career Information (TWC/LMCI) and is modelled after the desktop application of the same name.

Occupational Outlook Handbook

Occupational Outlook Handbook is a guide to career information about hundreds of occupations!

Texas AHEC East activities and events are aligned with four major program areas:

  • Health Careers Promotion and Preparation
  • Community-based Student Education
  • Practice Entry and Support
  • Community Health and Development

Texas AHEC East links 111 East Texas counties and over 18 million people to community health workforce development, health opportunities and health resources. The program office is located in Galveston on the campus of the University of Texas Medical Branch and has nine regional offices.

One of the hardest parts of your career is choosing a profession and then figuring out how to get where you want to be. There are many things to factor in when deciding on a career that would best fit the kind of lifestyle you desire.

University HQ can help with the choices that you are having to make. 

 

Job Search Tools and Resources

How to Find a Job with Glassdoor

Looking for a job should be easy and transparent. That's why you'll find millions of jobs from thousands of sources — all in one place. Plus, millions of community members have shared their salaries and experiences to help you make better job decisions. How to Find a Job with Glassdoor

O*Net Resource Center

The O*NET program is the nation's primary source of occupational information. Central to the project is the O*NET database, containing information on hundreds of standardized and occupation-specific descriptors. The database, which is available to the public at no cost, is continually updated by surveying a broad range of workers from each occupation. Information from this database forms the heart of O*NET Online, an interactive application for exploring and searching occupations. The database also provides the basis for our Career Exploration Tools, a set of valuable assessment instruments for workers and students looking to find or change careers.

The Occupational Information Network (O*NET) is being developed under the sponsorship of the US Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) through a grant to the North Carolina Department of Commerce. Learn more about the O*NET project partners.

Job Boards:

Temporary Jobs:

Work-Study and Student Jobs

For information on College Work-Study and departmental jobs, visit www.kilgore.edu/student-jobs.

Jobs Available Off Campus (non-KC jobs)

View posted jobs that are available off-campus (non-KC jobs).

Employer Resources
  • If you would like to post a job online on our website that students might be interested in, please e-mail Kyla Sather or call (903) 983-8644.
  • We can also post the job(s) on a special bulletin board in the Devall Student Center.
Events

Workforce Center Virtual Webinars for Jobseekers

 

Best Job Search Strategies

Thursday, April 30th at 11AM CST

Facilitated by:  Zora Gaut

Register here:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpde2rrTwpHN1tb-FLo3QgXuKUyYYfPuPg

Understand the difference between the hidden and published job markets. Review the most effective strategies to find your career in this engaging session. Register today!

 

Professional Branding Resume and Cover Letter

Friday, May 1st at 11AM CST

Facilitated by: Kami Thompson

Register here:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpdeuqqT4vE9BYS-cguQQV94cJSFVK2WrQ

Compare the two resume types and create an eye-catching resume that bests suits your unique situation and grasps the attention of the hiring manager. Gain access to Career EDGE to craft your own resume using our innovative resume builder.

 

Completing Job Applications

Monday, May 4th at 11AM CST

Facilitated by:  Carolyn Garrett

Register here:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpceiorD8jHd2e1AznbeRuGN99RwDINpuT

Completing job applications can be challenging and exhausting. Learn the best techniques to successfully complete your application to grab the hiring manager's attention. Gain access to the Mock Job Application to practice in our innovative Career EDGE platform.

 

The Interview Process

Tuesday, May 5th at 11AM CST

Facilitated by: Courtney Walker

Register here:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkce2prjwuH9Xijc_kGzxXUXxZcbj_dJl5

Understand the interview process and proper etiquette to ace your next job interview. Gain access to our interview simulation trainer to practice in our innovative Career EDGE platform.

 

Answering Difficult Interview Questions

Wednesday, May 6th at 11AM CST

Facilitated by: Courtney Walker

Register here:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsc-Csrz0rH9CLfCyEHqyksJ7GZ4hS6BTr

In this engaging session, you will apply the PROVE IT principle when answering difficult questions and learn ways to answer a multitude of interview questions. Also, you will be able to compose questions to ask at the end of your next interview. Register today!

 

On the Job Success

Thursday, May 7th at 11AM CST

Facilitated by: Tony Jones

Register here:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrf-6spjwrEtyWKIwcmrz_NZWQeVevfBUJ

In this engaging session, you will understand the process of career calling and identify how to take the initiative on the job to be successful. In addition, you will be able to identify the qualities of a leader. Register today!

 

Getting Linked In with LinkedIn

Friday, May 8th at 11AM CST

Facilitated by: Tony Jones

Register here:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpcO2rpj8uHNKO4p_Py7x1s3nfjOLq_653

LinkedIn is one of the largest professional networking platforms. In this session, you will be provided 101 tips to enhance your LinkedIn profile to attract connections and engage with other professionals amongst platforms to establish visibility and active presence.

 

Best Strategies for Remote Work

Monday, May 11th at 11AM CST

Facilitated by: Tony Jones

Register here:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkceGhqT4jGN1dgDtAZGNLiV4cY5DZuUm5

Organizations are allowing or requiring staff to work from home for the first time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn four best strategies to help you adjust to working from home while maintaining workplace normalcy, productivity, and collaboration to be a successful remote team member.

For information about Career Services:

Kyla Sather
Career Coach & Academic Advisor
Phone:
(903) 983-8644
Office:
Devall Student Center (DEVAL), 2nd Floor
ksather@kilgore.edu