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Build Career-Ready Skills for Success

Get the skills you need to stand out in today’s job market! At Pikes Peak State College, our Career Services team offers resources to help you develop essential workplace skills, from resume writing and interview prep to networking and professional communication.

Whether you're looking for a job now or preparing for the future, we’re here to support your growth. Start building your career confidence today!

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Hire Education Workshops

Hire-Education workshops seek to provide students with the skills necessary to excel in the workplace. This workshop explores skills related to building a resume, successful interview techniques, as well as general employee skills.

Resumes are usually the first impression you make to potential employers and the gateway to a first interview. Learn the best ways to catch an employer’s eye by showcasing your strengths and valuable experience in this interactive workshop.

Learn strategies that will give you the edge in an interview. How to prepare for, practice, and approach an interview with a future employer are all skills covered in this workshop. This includes resources to continue improving techniques.

For students eligible for on-campus employment, workshops will include topics that relate to general employee skills. Materials include PPSC employment policies, procedures and work study expectations in the workplace, as well as valuable skills that will benefit any future career.

Join us for this interactive workshop that provides strategies and resources to approach employment on campus and beyond.

Please contact Career Services with any questions at (719) 502-2360. 

PPSC encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact: Sylvia Garcia or Andrea Bier at (719) 502-2360 or career@pikespeak.edu​​​​​​​ at least three business days before the event.

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Spring 2025 Handshake Workshops

Want to work on-campus? Looking for a job? Interested in networking with employers?

This workshop will walk you through the PPSC Online Job Board, "Handshake." The workshop will include instruction on how to login, view jobs, search job fairs, and learn about how Career Services can help you with your career goals. 

Spring 2025 Schedule


In-person:
Tuesday, February 11th | 12:00pm -1:00pm | Centennial Campus, A-140
Monday, April 21st | 12:00pm -1:00pm | Centennial Campus, A-140

Virtual (Access Zoom Link Below):

Wednesday, January 29th | 11:00am -12:00pm
Wednesday, March 19th | 10:00am -11:00am

If you have questions, please contact Career Services at: Career@pikespeak.edu, 719-502-2360, or pikespeak.edu/CareerServices.

Interview Tips

View the video below to gain some insider tips on how to excel on your next interview! Feel free to reach out to Career Services with additional questions!