Congratulations 2013 Graduates!!
Did you know that as an alumnus, you can continue to utilize Career Services? To review a list of services offered, click here.
Do you want to stay connected to what is happening in TC Career Services and the Columbia community? Join the TCCS Alumni Listserv to receive emails about upcoming career development workshops and panels, webinars, employer information sessions and current career opportunities. You will receive weekly updates during the fall, spring, and summer semesters, along with special announcements. Click here to subscribe.
Welcome to Career Services
Teachers College Career Services (TCCS) is committed to guiding all TC students and alumni throughout the different phases of the career development process. Whether you are entering a new field, advancing within your current profession, or changing directions, we will help you identify and develop the skills and resources needed to achieve your career goals.
TCCS Employer Relations: The "Educated" way to recruit
Employers connect to highly talented TC students and alumni in the fields of education, psychology, health and international educational development. Our employer relations staff can maximize your recruitment efforts by understanding your immediate and future hiring needs and developing targeted recruitment strategies. It is the educated way to go! We welcome your partnership and long term interest in our students and alumni. Upon hiring from TC, please share with us your hire information by clicking here.
Services Offered
TCCS can assist you with your career development throughout the duration of your time at Teachers College and when you become an alumnus. Start you career development journey today. Schedule an hour long career counseling appointment to help you make informed decisions about your career goals: take an assessment test, learn job search tips, and schedule a mock session for interview preparation. Have your resume, cover letter, and curriculum vita (CV) reviewed electronically or come in for a 15 minute walk-in.
Join the TCCS Linkedin Group
ATTENTION: This group now serves as the new TCCS Alumni Mentor Program. The former Alumni Mentor Program housed in TCCS LINK is no longer accessible. The transition to this group will significantly enhance your overall networking opportunities! Click here for more information on joining this group!
TCCS Programs & Events
Throughout the fall and spring semester, attend a workshop to learn how to write a resume and to negotiate your salary. Attend an employer information session to learn more about an organization you are interested in pursuing. Come to a panel to hear from TC Alumni who are teachers working outside of the classroom or who have advanced their education by getting a doctorate degree.
NACE Job Choices Magazine now in digital format on the TCCS Website
The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) connects campus recruiting and career services professionals, and provides best practices, trends, research, professional development, and conferences. NACE Job Choices Magazines are now available in digital format. Magazines feature job-search advice and interview tips, sample cover letters and resumes, links to employer websites, and more! To view, go to the Resources Section on the TCCS Website and click on
Publications.
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Alumni Mentor Program (For Mentors)
Join the TCCS LinkedIn Group!
Teachers College Career Services (TCCS), Columbia University LinkedIn Group
Connect with TC students and fellow alumni, exchange information, ideas and opportunities with others in your field, and learn about upcoming TCCS programs & events. Each year, TC alumni from different backgrounds, industries and levels of experience inquire about giving back to the Teachers College community. By joining the TCCS LinkedIn group, you will have the opportunity to meet enthusiastic and talented students who are eager to learn about your field and what you do. You will be able to help TC students develop the skills they need to thrive and succeed in their careers. This group has been designed to assist TC students in making a smooth transition into the workplace and to support their networking skills. Lastly, you will be provided with a platform for you to network with fellow TC alumni.
** ATTENTION: As of Monday, October 1, 2012, this group serves as the new TCCS Alumni Mentoring & Career Networking Program. This means that the former Alumni Mentor Program housed in TCCS LINK is no longer accessible. TCCS is very excited about this transition as this group will significantly enhance your overall networking opportunities! **
For more information on LinkedIn, please click here. To review a “Getting Started Guide” and the 10 steps needed to “Build a Professional Profile”, click here. To view a webinar about getting started with LinkedIn, please click here.
In order to join this group, please see the steps below:
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Create a profile (if you have not done so already)
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Type in 'Teachers College Career Services (TCCS), Columbia University' in the search drop-down box in the upper right hand corner (make sure search function is set to 'Groups')
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Request to join by clicking on the name of the group
If you have any questions about the TCCS LinkedIn group, please contact Michael Kalish, Assistant Director of Alumni Career Programming by email at kalish@tc.columbia.edu or by telephone at 212.678.3146.
HAPPY NETWORKING!!!
Office of Career Services
