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Career Insider Network
The Career Insider Network brings CPCC students and experienced professionals together for informational discussions about careers.
Students
The Office of Career Services maintains a database of CPCC alumni and other successful professionals who have volunteered to act as a point of contact for students who are seeking career information. These volunteers have agreed to be contacted for the purpose of offering career information and answering questions regarding their career field. This tool's purpose is to gather information that will assist you in making career decisions; it is not a job placement service.
Career Insiders (Mentors)
CPCC Alumni will mentor CPCC students in online discussions and
informational interviews which will take place by phone, email or in person. Mentors will provide information about their career field, suggestions to help
the student develop skills necessary for success in the field, and will provide additional information as appropriate. Mentoring will generally be limited to three contacts or less.
the student develop skills necessary for success in the field, and will provide additional information as appropriate. Mentoring will generally be limited to three contacts or less.
What is the Career Insider Network?
- Is a caring, trusting and structured relationship
- Focuses on the career development needs of the mentored participants
- Adds value to the lives of those involved
- Uses technology to connect people across time and distance
Benefits of Mentoring for Students
- Increased understanding of a specific field of work
- Enhanced networking skills and channels
- Strengthened professionalism
- Reinforcement of career building skills
- Helps to set and achieve personal/professional goals
- Increased confidence and motivation
Benefits of Mentoring for Mentors
- Satisfaction from helping others develop; a way to give back to the community and students
- Opportunities to share your learning experience
- Increased personal and professional growth
- Increased access to future professionals
- Influence students as a role model
- Develop listening, coaching and feedback skills
- Improved self awareness
- Learning new approaches and ideas
Email CPCC Career Services to learn more career.services@cpcc.edu.
Print a single-page Information Sheet about these programs