Build Your Career Skills Today!
At NOCE, you will get resources and strategies to launch your career. Join our career readiness and skills workshops. Get one on one training through the Career Skills and Resource Lab.
Important Update:
NOCE Campuses Are Closed Until Further Notice. Career Skills and Resource Lab will only be available by appointment only.
Schedule a phone or Zoom appointment today! All you need is a computer or mobile device:
- Call: 714.808.4717
- E–mail: careerhelp@noce.edu. Appointments will be conducted by phone and/or online, depending on the student’s needs and desires.
- Sign-up for workshops below
Career Skills and Resource Lab Services
Make an appointment with a staff member to work on:
- Career exploration
- Resume and cover letter building
- Creating a LinkedIn profile and taking courses through LinkedIn Learning
- Interview preparation
- Job search
- Online job applications
- Soft skills workshops
- LinkedIn Boot Camp Series
- Career Launch Academy—FOR CTE PROGRAM STUDENTS ONLY
VMock Resume Review Platform
The Career Skills and Resource Lab is excited to introduce a new resume review tool called VMock.
This online tool provides students with valuable feedback on how to improve their resumes.
Before you get started, here are a few tips:
- Must have a completed professional resume with the following elements:
- Contact Information (e-mail address and phone number)
- Summary of Qualifications
- Work and/or Volunteer Experience
- Education
- Skills
- A resume should have a chronological or functional style.
- The resume must be in PDF format.
- The file must not be larger than 2MB
- The resume should be a maximum of 4 pages.
- Feel comfortable navigating online platforms
Get started with VMock
Improve your resume today!
Note: VMock gives you an overall score on your resume and then breaks down the percentage into 3 different categories. The score is meant to help you focus on sections that need improving. VMock will offer suggestions to help you create a strong and noticeable resume.
Workshops & Events
Note: All Career Skills and Resource Lab workshops will be virtual via Zoom. An e-mail will be sent to you with meeting instructions before your workshop(s).
| Event Name | Event Dates | Event Time | Event Location | Event Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LinkedIn 101 Boot Camp Series: What is a LinkedIn Profile | Thursday, September 23, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| NOCECareerConnect – Online Job Board | Wednesday, September 29, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| LinkedIn 102 Boot Camp Series: Cool LinkedIn Tools | Thursday, September 30, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Cover Letter Basics | Tuesday, October 5, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| LinkedIn 103 Boot Camp Series: Writing Your “About” Section | Thursday, October 7, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Preparing for Your Interview | Tuesday, October 12, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| 21st Century Skills: Empathy | Wednesday, October 13, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| LinkedIn 104 Boot Camp Series: Hidden Marketing Tools | Thursday, October 14, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Accepting and Declining Job Offers | Wednesday, October 20, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| LinkedIn 105 Boot Camp Series: How to Job Search Using LinkedIn Features | Thursday, October 21, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Resume: Choosing the Right Template | Tuesday, October 26, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Dress for Success | Wednesday, October 27, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| LinkedIn 106 Boot Camp Series: Writing a LinkedIn Post | Thursday, October 28, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Career e-Portfolio | Tuesday, November 2, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Writing a Cover Letter | Wednesday, November 3, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| 21st Century Skills: Self-Awareness Part 1 | Tuesday, November 9, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| 21st Century Skills: Self-Awareness Part 2 | Thursday, November 11, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Interview for Success | Tuesday, November 16, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Job Search Strategies | Thursday, November 18, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| How to Fill Out a Job Application | Tuesday, November 30, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Professional Communication | Wednesday, December 1, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Resume Writing | Thursday, December 2, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Cover Letter | Tuesday, December 7, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Community College: What You Need to Know to Transfer to College | Wednesday, December 8, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
| Social Media and the Job Search | Thursday, December 9, 2021 | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Virtual | Sign Up Now |
These workshops are designed to give students an opportunity to develop professional relationships, acquire new ideas, improve skills, as well as provide current and relevant job market information to those looking for employment.
