Students

During career advising appointments students receive help from professionals within Career Services to further understand life after graduation and to develop general strategies for moving forward in the direction of their aspirations. Career advising appointments can include, but are not limited to, the following topics to assist students: 

• Exploring values, interests, and skills 
• Gaining practical experience 
• Strategizing job and internship searches 
• Leveraging the STCC alumni network
• Strategizing a multi-year career action plan 
• Exploring careers 

First Year

• Create your Career Profile on the Career Coach
• Complete the Career Coach Interest/Skills Assessment
• Review “Your Top Career Matches” to learn more about majors and career options.
• Complete the Career Strategy Intake Form and schedule an appointment via Career Services website to meet with a career advisor to discuss majors and career directions.
• Attend career events, fairs, and workshops to learn more about the internship search process and to network with prospective employers.

Second Year

• Complete the Career Strategy Intake Form and schedule an appointment with a career advisor via the Career Services website to construct your resume and cover letter.
• Explore and apply for internships.
• Secure an internship and complete the application for a credited internship before the add/drop deadline.
• Search for career opportunities through Career Coach.
• Participate in employer information sessions, career workshops, and events.
• Attend Fall and Spring Career Fairs, Transfer/Internship Career Fair.
• Find out more information on the Learn and Earn internship process.

Before You Graduate

• Learn more and apply for an internship.
• Schedule an appointment with a career advisor to develop your own job search plan

After You Graduate

• Complete the Career Strategy Intake Form and schedule an appointment with a career advisor via the Career Services website to develop your job search plan.
• Create your STCC alumni LinkedIN account.
• Attend career events, workshops, panels, information sessions, and career fairs to network with employers.

Career Coach is where you'll match your skills or interests to an STCC degree or certificate and your career choice, find information on career planning, full or part-time employment opportunities, and internships. Please see the appropriate Career Coach links below.

• Match your skills and interests
• Search STCC degrees and certificates that lead to the career you want
• Browse careers
• Find Current Job/Internship Postings

A resume is your first introduction to an employer. It is a document that should connect your skills, qualifications, and experience to the job’s description. It provides insight into your educational background, past work, volunteer, and internship experiences. The resume should convince employers that you are a strong candidate for the position and should be interviewed.

To prepare for your interview please see our Interviews guide. It will walk you through the different types of interviews, questions, and general tips.

Are you looking for an internship? The Career Services Office assists Springfield Technical Community College students who are eager to gain practical work experience, develop new skills, network, and apply classroom theory in a professional setting and earning an income.

Volunteering isn’t just a way to give back—it’s also a powerful tool for personal and professional growth.

Whether you're looking to gain hands-on experience, develop new skills, explore potential career paths, or expand your professional network, volunteer work can enhance your resume and set you apart in today’s competitive job market.

Many employers value community involvement, and the experiences you gain can lead to strong references, confidence in leadership roles, and a clearer sense of purpose.

Explore the links below to discover volunteer opportunities that align with your goals and passions.

Volunteer Opportunities

Access Care Partners

Access Care Partners has a strong network of relationships with local and statewide organizations working to assist older adults and persons with disabilities to maintain independence at home and to support caregivers through volunteer positions.

Baystate Noble Hospital

Baystate Noble Hospital website

413-571-0573
Michele.Laprade@baystatehealth.org

• Emergency Department
• Patient Experience Visitor
• Food Production
• Housekeeping Support
• Materials Management Warehouse
• Surgical Services Support
• Discharge Follow-up
• Patient Advocate

Clinical & Support Options

Clinical & Support Options (CSO) for a wide range of responsive and effective trauma-informed interventions for mental health, substance use disorder recovery, family services, and more. Our community-based nonprofit behavioral health agency delivers comprehensive, holistic clinical and support services throughout Western Massachusetts.

Dakin Humane Society

Dakin Humane Society is home to over 500 volunteers who make it possible to serve thousands of animals and their families every year. Volunteers can be found in all departments from hands-on work with shelter animals and foster care to duties in our administrative offices and events.

Gardening the Community

Gardening the Community seeks interns year-round for a variety of positions and projects. Internships generally entail work in Springfield as well as work remotely, but entirely remote options may be accommodated. They are looking for students interested in working with them over 2 semesters or longer. The internships are unpaid and are generally 5-10 hours/week.

The Gray House

The Gray House website

volunteer@grayhouse.org
413-734-6696

• Adult Education
• The Market at Gray House
• Kids’ Club

Greater Springfield Senior Services

Greater Springfield Senior Services website

• Healthy Living Group Leader
• Long Term Care Ombudsman
• Money Management

Helix Human Services

Helix Human Services provides trauma-informed therapeutic and educational services to diverse children and families, building the foundation for lifelong success at home, school, and in the community.

Homework House

Homework House website

Homework House promotes educational success through free tutoring and mentoring for children living in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods.

Jewish Family Services of Western Mass

Jewish Family Services of Western Mass is currently recruiting a wide range of volunteers to support New Americans in the United States, including appointment companions, English language tutors, mentors, and more.

Junior Achievement

Junior Achievement volunteers inspire kids to achieve a more fulfilling career and life by contributing professional insights and personal experiences to the programs they teach.

The Literacy Project

The Literacy Project website

Pioneer Valley Workers Center

Pioneer Valley Workers Center builds power with Hispanic immigrant workers in Springfield and throughout the Pioneer Valley to educate the community, organize for systemic change, and empower our members to lead the immigrant worker movement.

Springfield Partners for Community Action

Springfield Partners for Community Action's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program allows us to do tax preparation for income eligible clients every year and with volunteer assistance it makes it all the more possible to assist more members of the community.

Springfield Rescue Mission

Springfield Rescue Mission website

• Food Services Volunteers
• GiveAway Center
• Warehouse
• Operation SONshine – Street Feeding Van
• Special Events– These are listed throughout the year as they occur.

South Middlesex Opportunity Council

South Middlesex Opportunity Council website

ltarantino@SMOC.org

• Volunteer Opportunities

Trinity Health Of New England

Trinity Health Of New England website

samantha.martinez@trinityhealthofne.org

United Way of Pioneer Valley

United Way of Pioneer Valley website

Wayfinders

Wayfinders website

volunteer@wayfinders.org
413-233-1740

YWCA

YWCA website

With a focus on Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility, Y volunteers give men, women and children of all ages and from all walks of life the resources and support they need to be healthy, confident, connected and secure.

Diana Guzman
Vice President of Human Resources
dguzman@ywworks.org

• Childcare Advocate/Group Worker
• Community Outreach
• Court Advocate
• Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Hotline
• Sexual Assault Crisis Response (Medical Advocacy)

Our Affininity Identity Career Resources page catalogs resources for students specific to identities to help you with your career development and job search.

RAM Career Closet: First impressions matter, so we have partnered with Title IV to make sure you are able to put your best foot forward!

Students and alumni can register now to get free access to:

• Up to 6 high-quality designer brand Career Clothing items per month (Jacket, Dress Shirt/Blouse, Tie, Pants/Skirt, Belt, Watch)
• Keep it for 30 days
• Delivered straight to your door

Suit Up Springfield is a community organization focused on providing the young men of Springfield with professional attire. Their goal is to help each individual find a suit that will give them the confidence, knowledge, and tools to help them become a successful member of our community.

Dress for Success provides women with professional attire to secure employment. Volunteers will work with you to help you choose an interview outfit and will also provide guidance and support for the upcoming interview. To make an appointment please reach out to Diane at (413) 732-8179 during business hours, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday - Friday.