FAQs

In support of the TC NEXT mission to empower students and alumni by providing the skills, resources, and opportunities to plan and navigate their chosen career pathways, we offer the following resources:

• One-on-one support: Career and goal coaching, assessments, drop-in appointments
• Workshops: Cohort-based training and support
• Employer events: Career fairs, employer info sessions, and more ways to connect with employers
• Self-navigated support: Templates, an online course, and our Career Portal full of job listings
• Program-specific support: In-class workshops and webinars coordinated by TC NEXT and your program
• Referrals: Connections to the right resources for your needs  

We are sorry to hear that you are having issues with the Career Resources Portal. Student accounts are created after you register for your first semester of classes. If you are a current student or alumnus, below are some steps to take to ensure the best connection to the platform:

• Use Chrome as your browser 
• Ensure you are logging in with your TC UNI
• Check your extensions for "ublock" and disable "ublock" if it is activated.

If you continue to have issues accessing the portal, please reach out to tcnext@tc.columbia.edu. 

At TC NEXT, we believe it's our responsibility to prepare you for the expectations of the working world and to provide you with the best career support services possible. We understand that last-minute emergencies may arise that affect your ability to attend a confirmed TC NEXT program or event. Because our team’s time is valuable, it’s important that you communicate if your schedule changes.

You may cancel the appointment directly in the Career Resources Portal up until 24 hours before the scheduled appointment. If the appointment is less than 24 hours away, please reply to the appointment confirmation email. 

TC alumni have full access to TC NEXT services and events. We encourage you to connect with the Alumni Relations team for further support.

We have Handout Resources and Workshop Videos housed on the Career Resources Portal. In order to access our diverse resources, you must log in to the portal using your TC Credentials.

We are delighted to host you on our Career Resources Portal, which is the best way to connect with our current students and extensive alumni network. Our portal houses a job board, individual student profiles, and allows you to reach individuals in our community directly. To join as an employer, register for an employer profile. 

Navigate to the Career Resources Portal and select “Sign Up for an account” to register as an employer. Please note that you must use an email and physical address that are valid and associated with your organization for your account to be approved. Employer user guides are available to guide you through creating an account, completing your employer profile, and posting job opportunities. 

Navigate to the Career Resources Portal and select “Sign Up for an account” to register as an employer.  When completing the “Employer”  field, search the drop-down for your company. Please keep in mind any acronyms that may have been used. Your new user account will automatically be linked to the chosen employer. 

No, you do not need to pay to promote job opportunities to TC students on the Career Resources Portal. However, the host site, 12twenty, charges employers to post to their global network which reaches all universities that use the platform. To post free of charge to the TC community, please be sure you are posting from TC’s portal: https://teacherscollege.12twenty.com/jobPostings

We find that our students and alumni are most likely to apply to job postings that include the following information: 

• A brief introduction to your organization
• Several key features and characteristic responsibilities of the position 
• Job location details, as well as modalities like in-person, hybrid, or remote
• Qualifications or skills you are looking for in an ideal candidate 
• Any benefits, perks, or unique aspects of working at your organization

If you meet the criteria for NYC's Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements law, then you must include a salary range for your position. To promote access and equity, we recommend that all employers, regardless of location, consider including a salary range in their postings.

Unfortunately, this feature is not available through 12twenty at this time.

Unfortunately, our office does not accept any private family postings in our database, even if the position is full-time. If you are looking for educational support for your children, the Office of Teacher Education may be able to offer support and post your opportunity to their students.

Teachers College: Students can search for TC campus jobs by visiting the On-Campus Student Employment site. You must be logged in to your Student Portal to access the site. 

Columbia University: Students can find guidance, resources, and additional support links through the CU Center for Career Education for jobs at:

• Columbia University Irving Medical Center,

• Mailman School of Public Health

• Manhattanville campuses

For Columbia University roles, please be sure to search for “Graduate Assistant,” “Student," or “Short-Term Casual” roles that require no more than 20 hours per week.

Please note, Federal Work Study (FWS) aid awarded by Teachers College is not applicable to other Columbia University campuses.

Teachers College students and alumni can access hundreds of external job postings, including some jobs on the Columbia University campuses, via the Career Resources Portal. 

The Handshake/LionShare database can only be accessed by students and alumni of the following schools:

• Columbia College
• Columbia Engineering (at the undergraduate level only) and
• School of General Studies

Teachers College students and alumni can access hundreds of external job postings, including some jobs on the Columbia University campuses, via the Career Resources Portal.  

Federal Work Study (FWS) roles are open to U.S. citizens and Permanent Residents who have accepted a FWS allocation. If you are unsure about your eligibility for work study, you can find more information through the Office of Financial Aid.

Visit the On-Campus Student Employment site as soon as you’ve enrolled at TC (typically the Summer before classes begin) and continue checking the website through the Fall, as lots of jobs will be posted during that period of time. 

Prepare a resume and cover letter to use when applying for jobs. Once you’ve started classes at TC, you can make an appointment with a TC NEXT career coach, who can help you polish your documents. You can also take advantage of Quinccia, our new AI resume review and mock interviews platform. 

And network! Talk to fellow students, faculty, and program administrators. You never know who might know of an opportunity and can connect you with a hiring manager!

Yes! International students on F-1 or J-1 visas can work on any Columbia University campus, including:

• Morningside (Main Campus)
• Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC)
• Jewish Theological Seminary (JTS)
• Union Theological Seminary (UTS)
• Teachers College (TC)
• Barnard College

Please visit the Office of International Students and Scholars Services website for F-1 on-campus employment and J-1 on-campus employment requirements, and attend an on-campus employment workshop prior to accepting an offer.

Typically, international students on F-1 or J-1 visas cannot work off-campus until they have completed one academic year of study. However, eligibility for off-campus employment may vary based on your visa status.

To confirm your eligibility, we recommend contacting the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) at tcintl@tc.columbia.edu.

It may take several weeks for the funds to reach your account. Once your application is approved, the money is dispensed through the Bursar’s Office.

Applications are reviewed after each open application period, so please understand that you will not receive the funding immediately. Responses will typically be answered within the business week. TC NEXT services students with individual appointments, workshops, and other functions, so we thank you for your patience in understanding that this grant is one of the many facets of our office.

No, the Provost's Grant cannot be used to pay for software used for conference presentations.

The Provost’s Grant will only reimburse your portion of the accommodation. Please have receipts of your portion paid for the accommodation included in the application.

Students who presented are awarded up to $500, and students who attended are awarded up to $250.