Career Services

What is Career Services?

Career Services is your go-to resource for all things career-related. Whether you’re a student exploring potential career paths or an alum seeking job opportunities, Career Services is here to support you every step of the way.

What services does the Career Center provide?

• Job Search Assistance
• Resume Building
• Mock Job Interviews
• Career Exploration and Planning
• Internship Opportunities: Click here to fill out our internship inquiry form- https://www.cmccd.edu/current-students/internships/
• Networking with Employers
• Career Fair in Partnership with San Bernardino County
• Access to Computer Lab
• And Much More!

• Job Information
  • Students: Need a job? Activate your Handshake account today!
    • Centralized platform for job postings, advising, and more.
    • Access to events, career fairs, and virtual recruiting.
  • Join here! joinhandshake.com
• Employer Services

  Thank you for your interest in recruiting Copper Mountain College students and alumni. We offer the following services:

  • On-campus recruitment events (Hiring Fairs/ Career Fairs)
  • Targeted recruitment and communication
  • Online job board to advertise jobs and internships directly to our students.

  Please email us at careerservices@cmccd.edu to set up an interest meeting!
• Work Experience

  Step 1: Enrolling in Work Experience

  1. Fill out your Work Experience Application
  • Work Experience Application can be found here Work Experience Education Application
    
    
  2. Confirm Placement Approval
  • You will need to email your faculty advisor to get approval for your work experience site. Contact information can be found below.
  • If you having troubles contacting your Work Experience Advisor, Career Services can assist. Please call us at 760-366-5201 ext. 5790
  3. Submit your completed Work Experience Application to academicservices@cmccd.edu or drop it off at Academic Services

  Step 2: Completing Work Experience

  1. Complete Work Experience Packet
  • After you have been enrolled in you Work Experience course, you will meet with your faculty advisor throughout the semester to complete the required work experience packet, which can be found here: Work Experience Packet
  2. Submit Work Experience Packet
  • Submit all required documents from the work experience packet to your faculty advisor for review and grading before the end of the semester.

  General Questions? Please contact Career Services at careerservices@cmccd.edu or call us at 760 -366 5201 ext. 5790.

  Faculty Work Experience Advisors:

  • General Work Experience
    Heather Sanchez
    CMC Office: Ext. 5791
    Email: hsanchez@cmccd.edu
  • Culinary Arts Work Experience
    Dereck LaGuardia
    CMC Office: Ext. 0369
    Email: dlaguardia@cmccd.edu
  • Business Work Experience
    Jeff Haig
    Cell: 760-333-5575
    CMC Office: Ext. 0267
    Email: jhaig@cmccd.edu
  • Fire Technology Work Experience
    Donnie Viloria
    Cell: 760 – 413 – 7869
    Email: dviloria@cmccd.edu and dviloria@sbcfire.org
• Internships

  Internships provide students with valuable hands-on experience, career exploration, and skill development. Career Services can help you find opportunities that align with your interests and academic goals.

  To explore available internships, please schedule an appointment with Career Services.

  How to Get Started

  1. Meet with Career Services
     Schedule an appointment to review available internship options, requirements, and next steps.
  2. Identify an Internship Site
     We can help you connect with employers or guide you through securing your own placement.
  3. Complete Required Forms
     Both the student and employer must complete internship agreements before hours begin.
  4. Submit All Forms to Career Services
     Career Services will review and approve your placement.

  Required Internship Forms

  Student Forms

  • Student Internship Agreement
    Outlines expectations and responsibilities for students participating in an internship. Must be signed before internship hours begin.
  • Student Timesheet
    Used to track weekly hours and obtain supervisor signatures.
  • Learning Objectives Form
    Identifies the skills and competencies the student intends to develop during the internship.

  Employer / Community Partner Forms

  • Internship Program Community Partner Agreement (Fillable)
    Required for all employers hosting a CMC intern. This form outlines supervision expectations, training commitments, and partnership responsibilities.

  Internal CMC Placement Form (On-Campus Internships)

  • Internal Placement Form
    Used when a student completes an internship with a CMC department or program.
    This form confirms the supervisor, role, schedule, and internship duties for on-campus placements.

  Work Experience Application (If Enrolling for College Credit)

  See “Work Experience” section for more information
• Book an appointment

  Click here to book an appoinment