Job & Internship Search
Starting a job search can come with all sorts of questions: where do I look for jobs? How can I get work experience in my program of study? How do I figure out what I want to do after I graduate?
Pima offers a variety of tools and resources to help you plan your career, no matter what stage of the job search you're in.
Career Planning
If you're not sure what profession or program of study you want to go into, career counselors can help you identify your skills and passions and develop a plan to pursue a career that works for you.
Not sure what career or program of study you'd like to pursue? Take the following assessments to explore your skills, strengths and interests:
After you complete the assessments, explore Pima's Programs of Study, Undergraduate Majors and Degrees at the University of Arizona and career possibilities in the Occupational Outlook Handbook.
Pima also offers Student Success courses to help you explore career options.
Contact a Career Counselor
If you need assistance choosing a career pathway or program of study after taking some initial exploration steps, fill out our contact form and a career counselor will contact you within four business days.
Explore Your Options
Program advisors can answer program-specific questions and offer guidance in completing your educational and professional goals.
Employer Engagement and Career Services (EECS) also offers several initiatives and grants to help you explore career options, including:
- Student and alumni partnerships
- Mature worker initiatives
- Diversity initiatives
- Military and vetern training initiatives
- U.S. Department of Labor grants
Explore our Career Guide (PDF) or contact EECS at careerservices@pima.edu to learn more about these services.
Find Internship and Job Opportunities
MyCareerLink
Explore MyCareerLink to search and apply for jobs and internships. MyCareerLink is a free career board that connects you to employers who want to hire Pima students and alumni.
Internship, full-time, part-time, apprenticeship and volunteer opportunities are listed on MyCareerLink. And, you can continue to use MyCareerLink for two years after graduation.
Access MyCareerLink
Go to MyPima > Student Tab > Student Resources > MyCareerLink.
Career Readiness Trainings
Looking for helpful information on important career readiness topics? Visit EECS’ YouTube channel for virtual trainings, workshops and more.
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Work-based learning gives you the opportunity to put what you have learned at Pima into practice in real-world work environments. Through work based learning, you can:
- Network with potential employers
- Gain professional experience for your résumé and hands on experience in your chosen field
- Develop new skills and make professional relationships
EECS can help you find full-time and part-time employment, internships, apprenticeships, clinicals and job shadows.
Learn more about internship opportunities from Pima student, Jesus Chavez
Practice Interview Skills
Big Interview
Big Interview is an online platform where you can practice your interviewing skills in a number of ways. Through Big Interview, you can:
- Build answers to the most commonly asked interview questions
- Find practice interview questions that are specific to your industry
- Complete mock interviews that allow you to record yourself and get feedback on your answers
Access Big Interview
Go to MyPima > Student Tab > Student Resources > Big Interview.
Interview Resources
Check out our interview resources to learn more about how Pima can help you practice and develop your interviewing skills before, during and after your interview.
Network to Make Connections
Networking is one of the most effective ways to prepare for your future job or internship. Various industry-specific fairs and networking events are held throughout the year.
EECS hosts several hiring and networking events each semester. Contact careerservices@pima.edu or follow our events page to find upcoming career events.
Explore networking resources to learn how to successfully network with employers in your industry.
Follow Us
Follow @PCCCareerSvcs on X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn for upcoming events and the latest job-related tips and career advice.