Watch Now: See how CLC helps students get hired

At College of Lake County, your career starts before graduation. The Career & Job Placement Center (CJPC) helps you get an internship or apprenticeship so you can earn money and gain real-world experience while in school. Once you complete your studies, the center helps you turn your knowledge into full-time employment. Watch this video to learn more.

Gain work experience and launch your career

Students use CJPC services to:

• get internships and apprenticeships
• improve resumes and interview skills
• attend career workshops and job fairs
• connect with local employers
• launch careers and get hired

Develop interview skills and connect with employers

Izzy Reyes studied graphic design at CLC. She used CJPC services to chart a new career path.
“If I hadn't taken advantage of the Career and Job Placement Center resources, I don't think I would be where I am today. I wouldn't have found that internship. I wouldn't have gained that experience,” she says.

Through CJPC fairs and workshops, students and employers interact in both professional and casual settings.

“The Career and Job Placement Center really has one main focus and that's to connect students with employers,” said Executive Director Will White.

Supportive services, good jobs

The center delivers results for students. According to the 2024 CLC Community Impact Report:

• 78% of graduates of the Class of 2023 were employed within one year of graduating
• 69 apprenticeships were offered with 19 employers

Whether you’re pivoting to a new career or just starting out in the workplace, working with CJPC is worth it, says Reyes.

“It's very beneficial for all students. The Career and Job Placement Center is that lighthouse for you. They'll be your guide and help you find what you're looking for.”