Career & Transfer Services
Career & Transfer Services
Upcoming Transfer Fair!
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 | 11:30am-1:30pm | Gordon Great Room
Meet with 40+ institutions and learn about continuing your education after OCC. Stop by anytime between 11:30am-1:30pm!
We'll help you reach your end goal!
Whether you're exploring majors, looking for a job or internship, need resume and interview tips, or are ready to launch into your career... we're here to help you every step of the way.
We have the tools you need to take that next step, just email our team or call (315) 498-2585 and we'll answer any questions and help you through the process.
Next Steps
Pick a Major
Unsure what to major in? Take Wingspans career assessment to learn how your interests relate to potential careers (Current OCC students use your OCC username/password to log in. Not a current OCC student? Create an account). Next, review OCC's program list for an overview of our majors, possible career paths, and details about your potential classes.
Explore Careers
Want to deep dive into potential careers? Visit Focus 2 Career to explore career assessments that help you learn about careers that align with your interests. Then visit My Next Move, an interactive tool for you to learn more about how your interests can be applied to potential career options. If you are a veteran, you can check out My Next Move for Veterans.
Other Resources
Career One Stop: explore careers, search for jobs, learn about job applications, and prepare for interviews.
NYS Department of Labor Career Center: hosts virtual career fairs, virtual mock interviews, and help with resumes.
CNY Works: CNY’s organization for job seekers. Get help with your resume, looking for jobs and more!
Jobs & Internships
Handshake is our database of jobs, internships, events, employer profiles, and more! Your profile will be visible to employers and you'll receive recommendations for jobs, internships, and upcoming events based on your career interests.
To Log In to Handshake:
- Visit Handshake and use your OCC email and password to log in.
- Handshake will ask a quick series of questions to get an idea of your goals.
- Complete your profile (e.g. profile picture, education, work experience, etc.) by selecting your name in the top right corner and selecting "My Profile."
- Once complete, select "Make Profile Public", so your profile is visible to employers and download the Handshake mobile app from the App Store or Google Play.
If you have questions or are having trouble signing into your account, email Career Services and we'll help resolve any issue(s) as quickly as possible.
Alumni
Once a Lazer, always a Lazer — no matter how many years it's been since you graduated from OCC, Career Services is always here for you! Looking to level up or pivot in your career? We have the resources you need...
Employers
Our students can help advance your business. They'll gain valuable experience and you'll gain a dedicated, hard-working employee to help your business grow. It's a win-win!