Whether you’re exploring career options, searching for a job, or preparing for interviews, RCTC’s Career Services is here to help. In partnership with Advising and Counseling, and Workforce Development, Inc. (WDI), Career Services supports students and alumni as they pursue their career goals, from landing a first professional job or transitioning to a new career.
Career Services at RCTC
If you already know the career path you want to pursue, Career Services can help you build your skills, connect with opportunities, and prepare for a successful job search.
If you’re still deciding on a major or career direction, Career Counseling can help you explore your options through:
- Personal career planning and counseling
- Career assessments
- Course selection guidance
- Transfer planning and resources for four-year colleges and universities
Career Services helps you take the next step toward your future career.
Career Exploration Resources
Use the Focus2Career (your RCTC email and password) tool and discuss your results with career counselor Deb Vang.
Find Jobs and Internships
- Handshake (coming soon)
- Workforce Development Inc (WDI)
- Work Study Jobs at RCTC
Job Search Resources
- Tips for writing a resume
- Tips for writing a cover letter
- Tips for creating a professional reference list
- Tips for interviewing
- Writing support at RCTC
- Advising and counseling
- Network and make connections with RCTC alumni
- How to use AI in your job search
Events
Fall Rochester Job & Career Fair
Date: September 23, 2026
Time: 10am-1pm
Location: Rochester Regional Sports Center Fieldhouse
Student Success Day
Date: October 6, 2026
Trades Career Fair
Date: November 4, 2026
Time: 11am-1pm
Location: Heintz Center Commons
Career Services Contact
Sara Hallberg
Career Services Coordinator
Heintz Center H1001A
[email protected]
507-280-3153
Sara’s Schedule:
Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays (8am-4:30pm) in Heintz Center, H1001A
Tuesdays and Wednesdays (8am-4:30pm) in Writing Center, 3rd floor Goddard Library