Welcome to the Hutchinson Community College Career Services page. Career services offer more than job postings. Students have the opportunity to develop skills that will allow them to achieve lofty career goals. Looking for that perfect career? Needing a resume for employment or a class? Below are links to explore career options, resources necessary for the job hunt, and CareerZone, HutchCC’s career management platform.
Discover resources and guidance for exploring your career options through Hutchinson Community College's Student Success Center. The Career Exploration section offers tools like interest assessments, career planning strategies, and personalized support to help you identify your strengths and align them with potential career paths. Whether you’re choosing a major or planning for your future, this resource is designed to help you navigate your journey with confidence.
It takes several resources to get you on the path to the career of your dreams or simply the first career of your choosing. Below is a list of many of those resources. You can pick and choose from the options below or simply download and follow the table of contents in The Job Preparedness Handbook.
The Job Preparedness Handbook contains information on the above items and more content.
If you have any questions or need further support, email or call Career Services Coordinator Rick Kraus at 620-728-4464 or krausr@hutchcc.edu for an appointment.
Handshake is HutchCC's career platform for finding jobs and internships, connecting with employers, and exploring career opportunities.
HutchCC Students
Wait for an invitation email from Handshake or HutchCC Career Services before creating an account. Use the link in that email to activate or claim your HutchCC Handshake account.
Once your account is active, you can log in to Handshake and select Hutchinson Community College.
If you have not received an invitation, contact Career Services before creating a separate account.
Employers
Employers can use Handshake to post jobs and internships, connect with HutchCC students, and recruit Blue Dragons.
Get paid, professional experience with Micro-Internships. Students and recent graduates from all majors can gain real-world experience by completing short-term, paid, typically-remote, professional projects. Micro-Internships allow you to build and demonstrate skills while exploring potential career paths—all on your schedule.