Welcome RACC graduates and distinguished alumni! The Career Center continues to provide services and support any time you need us.
We can help you:
- Identify career options and long-term career objectives
- Navigate a job search and/or career transition
- Update your résumé, cover letter, and interview skills
On-Campus Recruitment
Job Search
#RECRUITARAVEN is a job posting system where employers who are partnered with RACC post job opportunities for RACC students and alumni.
Create your alumni account and upload your résumé.
On this system Alumni may:
- Explore jobs and internships
- Learn of Career Center events
- Share your résumé with employers recruiting at our school
Get Signed up Today!
Navigating #RECRUITARAVEN
While navigating #RECRUITARAVEN, use the back links/buttons within the system that are located near the top or bottom of the pages. You can also use the navigation bars to move around the system.
Complete Your Profile and Upload Your Résumé
Click "Profile" in the top navigation > Click "Edit" in the "Personal" box. Complete all required fields, and do the same for the "Academic" tab.
Click the "Documents" tab on the top navigation bar > click "Add New" > Label your Resume (this is visible to employers) > Choose a file to Add > click "Submit."
Your résumé will convert to PDF format.
Search and Apply for Jobs
Click the "Jobs" tab on the top navigation bar > click a position type or "Advanced Search" to open search options > View position details by clicking on the Job Title. Review the job details and application instructions under "How to Apply."
View a list of your job applications under "Jobs" > "My Job Applications."
Set up a search agent to save your searches and receive emails with jobs meeting your search criteria: "Jobs" > "Advanced Search" > Select your search criteria and "submit" > Click "Saved Searches" > Label your search and specify how you should be notified of updates.
Interview Preparation
Making a good first impression is essential for a strong and successful interview. RACC provides the opportunity for you to practice interviewing using your webcam and microphone. Record your practice interview and email or bring it to the Career Center to have it reviewed by a staff member. Please keep in mind that the turnaround time for this service may vary depending on current volume. Or you can make an appointment to sit with someone in the Career Center and practice 'interviewing' with a member of our staff.
Résumé, Cover Letter Writing and Review Service
An up-to-date résumé and professional cover letter are important in every job search. Do you need help getting started or just need to spruce up an existing resume? Check out the Job Exploration Guide to review tips and strategies for creating your résumé and cover letter and see examples of format/content that employers expect. Email your document drafts to CareerCenter@racc.edu to have them reviewed by a staff member. The turnaround time for this service is typically 7-10 business days. Or call the Career Center to set up an appointment to come in for resume help.
Individual Career Coaching
Individual career counseling/coaching by phone is available to help you: research career options, begin a job search, or target employers in a specific industry. Call the Career Center at 610-607-6246 to schedule an appointment.
Volunteer Opportunities
Share your expertise in your field by volunteering to assist students through our office. Below are some of the ways to get involved. Call the Career Center at 610-607-6246 for more information.
- Networking Events and Employer Panels- Participate in networking and educational events held during the academic year.
- Internship/Externship host - Host a student for an internship or externship (job shadowing experience) at your place of employment.