Career Services

Mission Statement - Trinidad State Junior College enriches the academic, technical, and cultural life of our diverse community. We are committed to serve the diverse career development needs of our CTE students by providing career skills development and education in order to be successful in an ever-changing job market.

Career Services assists students by providing:

tools to look for jobs posted directly to TSJC and nationwide using College Central Network
information to increase your engagement and ownership regarding your career planning and assist you in developing your career search strategy
accurate and timely information regarding job market information
tools to develop a better understanding of yourself, including your interests, personality, and strengths
opportunities to explore and find the right career path for you by utilizing our NEW career explorations page
accurate and timely information regarding career and academic major options and what you can do with your certificate/degree
advice that will help with connecting with employers for jobs and experiential learning opportunities
advice to develop your skills and a great résumé by getting experience before you graduate from TSJC

We partner with TSJC faculty and staff to integrate our mission with existing learning outcomes in the classroom. Employers can also access Career Services on the Employer home page.

We encourage you to explore our Career Services website more by using the links above check out the Career Services website or contact us if you have any questions!

If you have questions or need assistance, please contact our offices below:

Trinidad Campus		Valley Campus
Ron Barros		Robert Martinez
CTE Career/Special Services Coordinator		CTE Career/Special Services Coordinator
Berg Building Room 308		Valley Campus
600 Prospect Street		1011 Main Street
Trinidad, CO 81082		Alamosa, CO 81101
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1-800-621-8752 Ext: 5456		1-800-411-8382 Ext: 7035

Other TSJC Services

Academic Advising: Get on track with the proper courses! Meet with an academic advisor that will discuss your interests and the proper courses to get you to accomplish your goal.

Student Support: TSJC offers student support in the following ways:

TRiO- Student Support Services: This office provides helps TSJC students who have low-income backgrounds, are first-generation students, or have a disability. The TRiO office helps students to develop responsibility, self-confidence, self-awareness and college life skills during their study at TSJC so they can successfully transfer and/or graduate.

Office of Student Life: Located in the Sullivan Student Center, Student Life provides a variety of support services for TSJC students, including nightly activities, leadership programs, new student orientation, recognized student organizations, and much more!

Educational Opportunity Center (EOC): The EOC program provides educational information, planning, and assistance in completing applications for admission, financial aid, and scholarships to low income and first-generation individuals. If you have not started classes yet at TSJC and would like financial aid planning and advising, please contact the EOC.

Adult Education/GED/ESL:
GED: Did you quit school before your received your high school diploma? Did you move and never re-enrolled in a new school? Do you need a GED to get a better job or continue your education?
ESL: Are you a new United States resident and still haven't mastered the English Language? Do you know someone or work with someone who would like get a better grasp on the English Language?

Community Advising Resources

Trinidad Workforce Center	Alamosa Workforce Center	Pikes Peak Workforce Center
140 North Commercial	1016 West Avenue #6	2306 East Pikes Peak Avenue
Trinidad, CO 81082	Alamosa, CO 81101	Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Workforce Centers provide a variety of free services to assist employers and job seekers alike. These include: job listings, computer & internet access, career counseling & training for job seekers; and recruitment of workers, pre-screening & referral services, tax credits, and training reimbursement for employers. Customers can choose either self-service or staff-assisted options to meet their employment needs.

Here's a few options to help you get started:

Mission Statement

Trinidad State Junior College enriches the academic, technical, and cultural life of our diverse community. We are committed to offering traditional and alternative approaches to education, providing quality instruction and promoting life-long learning.

TSJC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission, access to, or treatment, or employment in its educational programs or activities.

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