ACC is dedicated to helping apprentices build the skills and tools necessary to thrive in today’s workforce. ACC Career Services serves as students’ one-stop shop for support, guidance, and valuable resources. To get connected, simply click the link here.

It is recommended that students register for the free Strategies for Today’s Jobs course in advance of their apprenticeship semester. See detailed instructions at www.austincc.edu/strategies.

Explore the key resources and steps outlined below to support your career readiness journey.

 

    • Resume Development
      Meet with a Career Services Career Coach to review and refine your resume. Learn how to apply for an apprenticeship position and effectively showcase your apprenticeship experience.

👉 Schedule an appointment here

 

    • Interview Preparation
      Practice interview techniques and get personalized feedback from the Big Interview Software. Access additional resources to help you prepare with confidence.

👉 Connect and start practicing here

 

    • Strength Finder
      Assess your strengths and be able to communicate them to a future employer during the interview.

👉 Assessment

 

    • Handshake Profile
      Create and maintain your Handshake profile to explore job opportunities, connect with employers, and access career events.

👉 Handshake

 

    • LinkedIn Profile
      Learn how to build a professional LinkedIn profile, follow proper social media etiquette, and update your profile each semester to reflect new skills and experiences.

👉 LinkedIn

 

    • Portfolio Development
      Document your apprenticeship projects, achievements, and earned credentials in a digital or physical portfolio to share with potential employers.

👉 Portfolio Free Resources

 

    • Letters of Recommendation
      Discover how and when to request a professional letter of recommendation, and ensure you’re asking the right people in the right way.

👉 Letter of Recommendation Resource

 

ACC Office of Experiential Learning

Check out the ACC Office of Experiential Learning website to learn about ACC Service-Learning and ACC Internships.

 

Additional Apprenticeship Resources

Note: The ACC Apprenticeship Office does not work directly with ACC students. If you’re an ACC student interested in an apprenticeship, please contact your department chair.