Job Resource Center Events
Career Workshops
The Job Resource Center offers a variety of virtual workshops for current students, including topics such as Highly Successful Resumes and Cover Letters, Interviewing Strategies, Job Search, Techniques, How to Pursue an Internship and many others. A list of upcoming workshops and other events can be found on College Central Network. To register, current students must create an account on College Central Network. Under “Programs and Events”, select the desired workshop and click on “Sign up”.
For questions, you may contact the Job Resource Center at (708) 974-5737 or jrc@morainevalley.edu.
Vision
The Moraine Valley Community College Job Resource Center is a leading expert in preparation, recruitment, and retention of the next great hire. We educate diverse audiences with exemplary career resources, using relevant data and services to match the needs of the ever-changing world of work.
Mission
The Job Resource Center (JRC) prepares and connects students to job and internships, while also assisting alumni and community members in accessing job opportunities. JRC educates on employment, aids in talent acquisition, and facilitates career-related services and events to enhance successful obtainment of jobs and internships.
The Job Resource Center Internship Program at Moraine Valley provides current Moraine Valley students an opportunity to pursue a supervised short-term, real-world, hands-on work experience during the summer, fall or spring semester.
To be eligible for an internship, students must meet the following:
- Current Moraine Valley student in credit courses
- Completed one academic college semester at Moraine Valley
- Be in good academic (2.0 or better GPA) and good student standing
- Be legally eligible to work in the United States*
- Register on College Central Network
- Follow steps to being approved to view internships
Visit MVConnect for more information, including benefits, eligibility, requirements, and steps.
Students Searching for Internships Disclaimer Statement
The Moraine Valley Community College Job Resource Center (JRC) is not affiliated with the employers/organizations identified in this report unless otherwise noted. We accept no liability for the content of the employment listing information, or for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. We encourage students to thoroughly review postings and use cautionary discretion when applying.
Disney College Program
The Disney College Program with Walt Disney World and Disneyland offers a one-of-a-kind internship that combines education opportunities and work experience while living in Florida or California for 5-8 months. Visit MVConnect for more information on specific eligibility requirements and steps for the Disney College Program.
For more information, contact Internship Manager Corbett Chico at chicoc8@morainevalley.edu.
If you have any questions about internshi[s
Internship Inquiry Form
Students from all majors and programs of study can execute professional assignments to build and demonstrate skills while exploring a variety of career paths. Click here to explore and learn more about Micro-Internship opportunities.
For Students
For Employers
Current students should visit MVConnect for more information.
- Student employees must be enrolled at least half-time, which is 6 credit hours for budgeted and work-study student employees during the Fall/Spring semesters. During the summer semester, student employees must be enrolled 3 credit hours for budgeted and for work-study student employees.
- Student employees must have a 2.0 GPA
- Discover how to apply for student employment
Click here to view ALL employment opportunities currently active on College Central Network.
Follow these steps to view and apply for these positions:
- You must first register on College Central Network
- Record your User ID and password for future network access.
Disclaimer Statement
The Moraine Valley Community College Job Resource Center (JRC) is not affiliated with the employers/organizations identified in this report unless otherwise noted. We accept no liability for the content of the employment listing information, or for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. We encourage job seekers to thoroughly review job postings and use cautionary discretion when applying.
The Job Resource Center at Moraine Valley Community College provides the opportunity to utilize several avenues in your search for qualified employees. Connect with a diverse student, alumni and community population through the following pathways.
Participate in Career Events
Our office hosts various career-related events, including On-Campus Recruiting, Internship Fairs & Symposiums, Mock Interview Days, panel discussions and special class presentations. Our On-Campus Recruitment opportunities are a fast, effective way to connect with job seekers and fulfill your hiring needs. Contact the Job Resource Center for more information on participating in these events.
List a Position
Powered by College Central Network, this Internet-based job listing service allows you to directly post your job openings to Moraine Valley Community College and 12 area community colleges. You must register to obtain a password. Commission-only and undisclosed third-party recruiter positions will not be posted. Learn more in the CCN Employer Registration Guide.
Internship Program
Students can contribute positively to your workplace while acquiring on-the-job experience.
Recruit on Campus
Reserve space in select, high-traffic locations on campus to discuss job opportunities with students. Tables are scheduled typically two weeks in advance to ensure maximum publicity for your visit.
Nontraditional Careers Program
This program creates exposure and provides information about non-traditional careers, such as women in welding and men in nursing. Resources include a panel discussion, workshops, literature and website.
Sponsorship and Donor Opportunities
Donations to the Job Resource Center are a wonderful avenue for your organization to support the Job Resource Center’s mission and invest in your next great hire. You can invest those we serve and your future workforce through a contribution which helps support and enhance the Job Resource Center’s programs of connecting students, alumni and community members to job and internship opportunities. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Disclaimer: The Moraine Valley Job Resource Center reserves the right to refuse to post or to remove a job posting that contains misrepresented information or information deemed inappropriate to potential job seekers. Please, no commission-only positions or undisclosed third-party recruiting.
Faculty & Staff
We can help your students take it to the next level. The JRC is available for classroom presentations on many career topics. Faculty should visit MVConnect to learn how you can get involved.
Visit the Moraine Valley Library's Careers Guide resource page for tools to explore various careers, to find job opportunities and prepare for interviews.
The Careers Guide includes the Reference Solutions database, which provides quality information to help you search jobs, find new business opportunities and research companies. Go to the Starting Your Career area at the bottom of the U.S. Jobs/Internships section to explore Skills, Interests and Self-Assessment.
Read the Job Resource Center's latest newsletter.
The Job Resource Center has the tools to help you find your next career by providing help in many areas. Get information and tips and information on every step of the job hunt, including preparing a great resume and cover letter, attending a career fair, learning strategies for your interview and evaluating your job offer.
Resume and Cover Letter
Your resume is a concise summary of your education, experience, skills, and accomplishments tailored to address the needs of the potential employer. Get help with formatting your resume, see examples, bring your resume to life with a tailored cover letter and learn how to list references with our Resume & Cover Letter Guide.
Correspondence
Professional correspondence is essential to a successful job search. Learn about creating thank you letters, letters of acceptance and networking letters with our helpful JRC Correspondence Guide.
Interviewing Strategies
Congratulations! You followed all the steps and now you have an interview. To present yourself well in an interview and feel confident, it is important to prepare by doing your research. Research the job, the industry and the employer and know your skills. We can help you with all these questions and more with our Interviewing Strategies for Success Guide.
Questions?
To reach the Job Resource Center, visit us in Building S, Room S202, by phone at (708) 974-5737 or by using the form below.