Career Development Process

The career development process begins as soon as you enroll at ELAC! It begins with exploring your interests and doing research on majors and industries. Every experience you have at ELAC will help define where you want to go next. Start here by reviewing the process. Meet with your Career Counselors to help you decide a career pathway that meets your goals!

1.- Self-Discovery

Meet with a Career Counselor to take a free career assessment to discover your:
- Interests
- Skills
- Personality
- Values
- Strengths
Enroll in Counseling 4 “Career Planning” Course

2.- Conduct Career & Major Exploration

Read about jobs (conduct internet searches on careers):

Conduct Informational Interviews
Job Shadow

Get Classes:
Select general education courses in subjects you enjoy learning about (in consultation with a counselor)

Attend Events:
Career workshops, majors fair, and panel speakers

3.- Gain Experience

Intern or volunteer:
Obtain on and off-campus work experience

Associated Student Union:
Join a Student Club to develop leadership and teamwork skills

4.- Declare your Major by 15 Units

Follow-up with a Career Counseling Appointment to organize your findings
Meet with an Academic Counselor to declare major and develop a Comprehensive Student Educational Plan!

General Announcements

Due to COVID-19, Career & Job Services only offers remote services, and all in-person services have been suspended until further notice.

Career services are offered through live chat, phone, video-conferencing, and email using platforms such as Cranium Cafe.

Live Chat
Monday-Thursday:
11:00am - 1:00pm

Live Chat
Career Counseling Appointment

ELAC Job Database

College Central services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and allows you to search, save, and instantly apply to opportunities that match your skills and interests. Activate your account today!

Click here for College Central Instructions Guide