Helping You Explore, Prepare, and Advance Your College and Career Success

Career Services connects you with personalized support for your job and internship search, application navigation, resumes and cover letters, leveraging job platforms, interviewing strategies, and more! All students regardless of major or program of study can access Career Services throughout their CCSF journey.

Services for Students

The Career Services team connects you with personalized support for your job and internship search, application navigation, resumes and cover letters, leveraging job platforms, interviewing strategies, and more!

We're here to support your career success with one-on-one appointments covering a range of topics, including:

New Student Orientation (Career Services 101)
Discover how Career Services can support your journey at CCSF and beyond. In this new student meeting, you'll set personalized goals and build a tailored action plan - starting from where you are today and focusing on where you want to go.

Résumé & Cover Letter Development (Build Your Best Application)
Create application materials that showcase your strengths, experiences, and achievements to stand out in the hiring process.

Interview Preparation (Practice & Gain Confidence)
Practice with mock interviews, receive personalized feedback, and master techniques to answer common interview questions confidently.

Utilizing Handshake (College Job Platform)
Explore our college’s dedicated job platform to connect with employers, find internships, and stay informed about career events.

LinkedIn & Networking (Grow Professional Connections)
Strengthen your online presence, build valuable industry connections, and leverage LinkedIn to discover and pursue career leads.

Job Search Strategies (Find & Apply for Opportunities)
Learn effective methods to research job opportunities, apply strategically, and follow up with potential employers.
 

No matter your major of study at City College, we invite you to participate in our job readiness workshops! Frequent topics include:

Job Search Strategies & Application Support: Learn effective tactics for finding and applying to positions, including best practices for completing applications and staying organized.

Crafting Résumés & Cover Letters: Develop polished, tailored résumés and cover letters in a supportive, hands-on workshop setting.

Leveraging Handshake & LinkedIn: Maximize your online presence by learning how to build and maintain professional profiles, search for openings, and network with potential employers.

Interview Strategies & Mock Interviews: Boost your confidence through practice sessions, personal feedback, and tips on handling common interview questions.

Check out the Career Services Calendar or connect with an Employment Specialist to learn more about job readiness workshops!

There are many opportunities for students to network and explore career pathways related to their major at City College of San Francisco. Programs and events hosted by Career Services include:

Career Awareness & Exploration Events:

Generally held at CCSF or virtually, designed and facilitated by Employment & Training Specialists for student exposure to industries and professionals.

Guest Speakers & Career Panels: Hear from a variety of professionals about their experiences, career paths, and suggestions for breaking into their respective fields.

Employer Spotlights: Get an inside look at a featured employer, including current hiring needs, upcoming opportunities, and tips for standing out in the recruitment process.

Speed Networking Events: Rapidly expand your professional connections through structured, brief one-on-one conversations with industry representatives or alumni.

Career & Internship Fairs: Connect with multiple employers in one location, gather information on hiring practices, and explore a range of opportunities.

Project Showcases/Networking Events: A chance to connect with professionals, share your projects, and build meaningful industry networks.

Worksite Tours: Visit organizations to gain real-world insights, meet professionals in their environment, and learn about day-to-day operations.

 

To learn more about upcoming opportunities related to your major, check out the Career Services Calendar or connect with an Employment Specialist!

There are many opportunities for students to network and explore career pathways related to their major at City College of San Francisco. Programs and events hosted by Career Services include:

Career Engagement Opportunities:

Arranged by Employment & Training Specialists, but involves students and employers connecting independently — off-campus or virtually.

Job Shadowing: Spend time alongside a professional in the workplace to observe their daily responsibilities, ask questions, and gain firsthand insight into a potential career path.

Informational Interviews: Get connected to professionals in your field of interest for short, focused conversations about industry insights, trends, and career advice.

Mentorship: Gain guidance and long-term support from an experienced mentor who can provide feedback, introduce you to relevant networks, and help you chart a successful career path.

Industry Projects: Collaborate with employers on real-world projects to apply your classroom knowledge, develop professional skills, and gain hands-on experience solving industry challenges.

 

To learn more about upcoming opportunities related to your major, check out the Career Services Calendar or connect with an Employment Specialist!

Connect with Career Services

Ready to take action toward your career goals? Meet with an Employment & Training Specialist. Employment & Training Specialists provide a safe, supportive environment — whether meeting in person or virtually — to address your needs and encourage your growth.

Learn more about how to meet with an Employment & Training Specialist related to your major — organized by Academic & Career Community (ACC) — below:

Schedule a Career Services Meeting with Arya Zarrinkelk.


Email: azarrinkelk@ccsf.edu | Bio: Learn more about Arya 

Individual appointments are available for students in the following Arts, Media, & Entertainment majors:

  • Animation
  • Architecture
  • Art History
  • Creative Writing
  • Dance
  • Design Collaborative
  • Digital Illustration
  • Digital Media
  • English
  • Fashion
  • Film Production
  • Film Studies
  • Floristry
  • Graphic Design
  • Humanities
  • Interior Design
  • Journalism
  • Liberal Arts & Sciences Emphasis in Arts & Humanities
  • Music
  • Photography
  • Sound Recording Arts
  • Studio Arts
  • Theatre Arts
  • Video Production & Editing

Learn more about this Academic & Career Community: Arts, Media, & Entertainment

Schedule a Career Services Meeting with Guillermo Turcios.

Individual appointments are available for students in the following Business, Management, & Entrepreneurship majors:

  • Accounting
  • Administrative Support & Office Technology
  • Construction Management
  • Economics
  • Entrepreneurship & Innovation
  • Environmental Horticulture
  • Finance
  • Floristry
  • Food Service Management
  • General Business
  • Hospitality Management
  • Management & Leadership
  • Marketing
  • Real Estate

Learn more about this Academic & Career Community: Business, Management, & Entrepreneurship

Schedule a Career Services Meeting with Desean Deams.

Individual appointments are available for students in the following Tools & Trades majors:

  • Aircraft Maintenance Technology Program
  • Automotive Technology
  • Computer Aided Design
  • Construction Technology
  • Culinary Arts
  • Custodial Training
  • Electronics
  • Environmental Horticulture
  • Manufacturing
  • MET/HVAC/Plumbing
  • Motorcycle Technology
  • Vocational ESL for Trades

Learn more about this Academic & Career Community: Tools & Trades

Schedule a Career Services Meeting with Steven Nelson (Information Technology and Computer Science).

Individual appointments are available for students in the following Information Technology and Computer Science (STEM) majors:

  • Computer Networking & Information Technology
  • Computer Programing
  • Data Analytics
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Library Information Technology
  • Linux & Database Administration
  • Web Development
Schedule a Career Services Meeting with Emily Burns (Science, Engineering, Math).

Individual appointments are available for students in the following Science, Engineering, and Math (STEM) majors:

  • Architecture
  • Biological Sciences
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Construction Management
  • Engineering
  • Environmental Sciences & Studies
  • Geography
  • Geology
  • Interior Design
  • Liberal Arts & Sciences Emphasis in Science & Mathematics
  • Mathematics
  • Oceanography
  • Physics 

Learn more about this Academic & Career Community: Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM)

Schedule a Career Services Meeting with Tina Zhong.

Individual appointments are available for students in the following Education & Child Development majors:

  • Child & Adolescent Development
  • Child Development Administration
  • Child Development & Family Studies
  • Child Development: Family Childcare
  • Child Development: Pre-Teacher
  • Child Development: School-Age
  • Child Development: Violence Intervention in Early Childhood
  • Child Development: Youth Worker
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Early Childhood Education Practitioner
  • Infant-Toddler
  • Professional Development & Advocacy
  • Sexual Health Educator
  • Special Education TK-12
  • Special Education: Early Intervention

Learn more about this Academic & Career Community: Education & Child Development

Schedule a Career Services Meeting with Tina Zhong.

Individual appointments are available for students in the following Society, Culture, & Social Justice majors:

  • Administration of Justice
  • Anthropology
  • Art History
  • Asian American Studies
  • Asian Studies
  • Cannabis Studies
  • Critical Middle East/Southwest & North Africa Studies
  • Critical Pacific Island & Oceania Studies
  • Economics
  • Geography & GIS
  • History
  • Humanities
  • Latin America & Latino/a Studies
  • LGBTQI Studies
  • Liberal Arts & Sciences Emphasis in Arts & Humanities
  • Liberal Arts & Sciences Emphasis in Social & Behavioral Sciences
  • Paralegal/Legal Studies
  • Philosophy
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Sexual Health Educator
  • Social Justice Studies
  • Social Work
  • Sociology

Learn more about this Academic & Career Community: Society, Culture, & Social Justice

Schedule a Career Services Meeting with Tina Zhong.

Individual appointments are available for students in the following Health & Safety majors:

  • Addiction and Recovery Studies
  • Community Health Worker
  • Fire Science Technology
  • Healthcare Interpreting
  • Public Health

Learn more about this Academic & Career Community: Health & Safety

Career Services Workshops & Events