Career Services
A solid plan helps you manage your course schedule, graduate faster, and launch your career. At Career Services, we provide personalized, one-on-one career counseling to our students, as well as a variety of online tools to help you explore majors and potential careers. We also help connect students with job shadowing and work-study programs.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are meeting with students over the phone or online.
Employers: Connect with us to find your next generation of talent. We've worked with leading companies like Amazon, Nationwide and Honda to develop customized programs and mentorships. Learn More
Connect with Us!
Make an Appointment
Meet with us for one-on-one career counseling. We can help you choose a major and
plan for your future career. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, we are currently meeting with students only via phone,
email or virtual appointment.
Drop-In Hours - No Appointment Needed!
Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.Friday : 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.This session can address many of your immediate needs and determine your need for additional advisement. Drop-ins last approximately 10-15 minutes and are held on a first-come, first-served basis.Schedule an Appointment
Schedule by Phone:
Call 614-287-2782.Schedule Online using Starfish:
1) Login to Blackboard, then click "Starfish" in the Tools box on the left.- If you have trouble logging in, try this direct link to access Starfish: https://cscc.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops
3) Click "My Success Network" and search for Career Services.
4) Use the calendar on the left to view availability for different days. Click on the appointment time and follow the prompts.
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CAREER SERVICES EVENTSCareer Success Plan
Every Columbus State student receives a personalized Career Success Plan. Your plan
will give you career-building activities at every stage of your Columbus State journey,
ensuring that you're ready for a great job as soon as you graduate.
Log into Cougar Connect to update and customize your plan today!
Explore Careers with Online Tools
We provide a variety of online tools to help you explore Columbus State majors and
career options in general. See updated salary and job growth projections for careers
and see how your Columbus State major can help get you there. Not sure what you want
to major in? Take a career inventory quiz to help choose a major.
Career Coach
Find the right career by getting the most current local data on salary, employment, job postings, and associated CSCC majors and programs.FOCUS2 Career Assessment
Take an in-depth career interest and personality assessment. (Access code is Cougars)What Can I Do With This Major?
Use this resource to explore career options within a particular major.Career Quest
Search for jobs and internships, post your resume and find job search tips.Internships
Our Internship office works to connect students with valuable internships in their chosen career fields.Ohio Means Jobs
Explore careers, create resumes, plan for your future, and find jobs at Ohio's statewide job portal.Find a Job, Internship or Work-Study
We build relationships with local employers to provide work study, employment and
internship opportunities for our students. Learn valuable skills for your future career!
Federal & College Work - Study
Student Employment helps currently enrolled students find part-time employment opportunities on-campus and off-campus through our network of non-profit partners.Placement Opportunities
Connect with opportunities from local talent and acquisition leaders to start building a career while still in school.
Career Quest
Search for jobs and internships, post your resume and find job search tips.
Find a Mentor or Job Shadow
Connect with mentors or professionals in your field to learn more about your intended
field.