CUNY Career Launch CUNY Career Launch is a seven-week summer program that enables students to launch their future careers by interning in a job related to their major. Students work between early July and mid-August for 19 hours/week and earn $20 per hour. Applications open up during the Spring semester; visit CUNY Career Launch to learn more. Eligibility Criteria Your career goal is to work in: Science, computer science, math, technology, or engineering, Government, public affairs, sociology or political science Education Healthcare, community health or public health Community or social services Environmental preservation, clean energy and efficiency, climate mitigation Available for 19 hours/week every week from early July until late August Between 18 and 24 years old when you apply Current student and plan to enroll in Fall semester for Career Launch and in the Spring semester for Spring Forward Eligible to work in the U.S. (International students can apply!) CUNY Spring Forward CUNY Spring Forward is a 10-week spring program that allows students to explore their future careers by interning in a job related to their major. Internships start at the end of February and last until the beginning of May for 15 hours/week, and get paid $20 per hour. Applications open up in the Fall semester; visit CUNY Spring Forward to learn more. Eligibility Criteria Your career goal is to work in: Science, computer science, math, technology, or engineering Healthcare, community health or public health, community or social services Environmental preservation, clean energy and efficiency, climate mitigation Marketing, communications Available for 15 hours/week every week from late February to early May 18 years of age or older Current student and plan to enroll in the Spring semester Eligible to work in the U.S. (International students can apply!)

Center For Career And Professional Development

Contact Us

Room: B-Building, B-114
Phone: (718) 482-5235
career@lagcc.cuny.edu

Virtual Office
By appointment and virtual drop-in:
Monday & Thursday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

For program-specific questions please email:

SOAR Experimental Learning Program
Elmezzi Career Fellow Program
Spring Forward
CUNY Career Launch

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The Center for Career & Professional Development (CCPD) provides students and alumni with knowledge, skills, and opportunities that are essential to fulfilling their career goals. Through partnerships with employers, faculty, and staff, the CCPD prepares students to succeed in today’s competitive job market.

With the help of the CCPD, you can explore careers and get help with planning for your future and navigating the ever-changing job market.

Services for Students and Alumni

Whether you’re undecided about your career or want to enhance your job skills, let us help you prepare for success. Visit the Center for Career & Professional Development in room B-114 to explore your professional path and make yourself more attractive to employers.

We provide current students and alumni with the following comprehensive services to increase your chances for success in your career:

Resume reviews to highlight your skills and accomplishments
Mock interviewing to help you answer common interview questions with confidence and poise
Career advising from expert advisors to help you identify fields that match your skills and interests
Mentoring and networking opportunities to provide ongoing support and connections to various career paths
Workshops to help refine your job skills and develop professionally
Job search assistance to explore avenues for employment
Employer Info Sessions to learn about available opportunities
Special Programs to tap into employment resources
Informative online tools for career guidance and skills development
Career Readiness Digital Badging Program

CCPD also provides students with access to Vault, a comprehensive career resource. Vault enables students to research employers and industries, gain career advice, and apply to jobs and internships. Whether you are just exploring possible career paths or are ready for an interview, Vault can help.

View and download career guides on different industries, companies, and general career topics for free
Explore industries and watch Q&A videos by professionals in different fields
Research top companies, and access verified employee and intern reviews
View company and internship rankings according to overall caliber, quality of life, diversity, and other factors
Access exclusive internship and job postings
Gain career advice to get ahead

Program Information

Career Connect

Kickstart your future with Career Connect, which links you to career opportunities, hands-on experiences (also known as experiential learning), on-campus recruitment, and more. It’s free for current students and alumni.

Sign up online and download the app to search and apply for jobs, manage your on-campus recruiting activities, and connect with employers before, during, and after job fairs.

Career Connect Log In

Job & Internship Opportunities

Student & Alumni Career Connect Log In

Appointments

Current Students: Log in to Navigate (Choose Appointment with Career Services)
Alumni: Log in to Career Connect

Get the app on Google Play
Download from the App Store

Career Coach

Career Coach is an online resource that matches your strengths and interests with various industries and career paths. View up-to-date information on employment, wages, job postings and associated education and training — including programs at LaGuardia — in the tri-state area. Create an account and get started today!

CUNY LEADS

CUNY LEADS is a unique academic and career program for students with disabilities. Receive support including employment opportunities, job search guidance, advocacy skills development, and referral assistance with ACCESS-VR.

SOAR Experiential Learning Program

The SOAR Experiential Learning Program is a LaGuardia Community College pipeline program for students to participate in various activities in community-based organizations, government agencies, and small and large businesses in their field of study.

Experiential learning is an engaged learning process in which students learn by doing and reflect on their experience.

Internships

Students accepted and hired through the SOAR Experiential Learning Program, funded through the LaGuardia Community College Foundation, commit to a 12-week paid internship experience supervised by the CCPD. Through this program, students from all majors can increase their professional experience and strengthen and expand the skills they are developing in their college studies.

Get SOAR Ready!

Log in to Career Connect
Schedule an appointment with a career advisor for resume review to get your resume approved
Create a cover letter
Attend workshops, events, and info sessions
Participate in a mock interview

Eligibility Criteria

Currently enrolled in a degree program at LaGuardia Community College (any major)
Registered for a minimum of 6 academic credits during the current semester
2.5 GPA or higher
Minimum of 15 cumulative credits
Authorized to work in the US
- Contingent upon employment authorization, international students are eligible to apply

Program Timeline and Compensation

Fall Session I (October-December)
Spring Session I (March-June)
12 weeks, 120 hours in total
Stipend: $2,000

How To Apply

Complete the SOAR Experiential Learning Program application by December 13th for Spring 2025 consideration.
Schedule an appointment for a Resume Review with a CCPD Professional on Career Connect or request on the CCPD Virtual Office
Upload your approved resume to Career Connect

The SOAR Experiential Learning Program is funded by the LaGuardia Foundation.

Elmezzi Career Fellows Program

The Elmezzi Career Fellows Program aims to prepare students for internship experiences through workshops, online training, and mentorship. Students are placed through a matching system that pairs employer needs with capable students with aligned interests. After completing their academic year internship, a place will be reserved for successful Elmezzi Career Fellows in a Summer Corps program.

Eligibility Criteria

Currently enrolled in a degree program at LaGuardia Community College (any major)
Registered for a minimum of 6 academic credits during the current semester
2.5 GPA or higher
Authorized to work in the US
- Contingent upon employment authorization, international students are eligible to apply
Reside in Long Island City or Astoria

Program Details

Fall Session I and II (October-February) and Spring Session I and II (March-July)
10 hours a week for 12-14 weeks
$16.00 an hour
Single-ride MetroCard available

How to apply

Complete the SOAR Experiential Learning Program application by Thursday, June 27, 2024 for Fall consideration.

CUNY Internships

CUNY Career Launch

CUNY Career Launch is a seven-week summer program that enables students to launch their future careers by interning in a job related to their major. Students work between early July and mid-August for 19 hours/week and earn $20 per hour.

Applications open up during the Spring semester; visit CUNY Career Launch to learn more.

Eligibility Criteria

Your career goal is to work in:
- Science, computer science, math, technology, or engineering, Government, public affairs, sociology or political science
- Education
- Healthcare, community health or public health
- Community or social services
- Environmental preservation, clean energy and efficiency, climate mitigation
Available for 19 hours/week every week from early July until late August
Between 18 and 24 years old when you apply
Current student and plan to enroll in Fall semester for Career Launch and in the Spring semester for Spring Forward
Eligible to work in the U.S. (International students can apply!)

CUNY Spring Forward

CUNY Spring Forward is a 10-week spring program that allows students to explore their future careers by interning in a job related to their major. Internships start at the end of February and last until the beginning of May for 15 hours/week, and get paid $20 per hour.

Applications open up in the Fall semester; visit CUNY Spring Forward to learn more.

Eligibility Criteria

Your career goal is to work in:
- Science, computer science, math, technology, or engineering
- Healthcare, community health or public health, community or social services
- Environmental preservation, clean energy and efficiency, climate mitigation
- Marketing, communications
Available for 15 hours/week every week from late February to early May
18 years of age or older
Current student and plan to enroll in the Spring semester
Eligible to work in the U.S. (International students can apply!)