Frequently Asked Questions
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We offer a wide variety of career workshops, panels, and speakers throughout the academic year, all of which are listed on our Events Calendar.
Students are also invited to meet briefly with a Career Counselor during CCE's 'walk-in' Hours. These take place daily between 1:00PM and 4:00PM. In addition, career counseling appointments of 30 or 60 minutes are available and can be scheduled by calling (212) 854-5609. A career counseling appointment is individually tailored and can include general discussion around self-assessment and career exploration, review of resumes/cover letters, suggestions for job-seeking strategies, practice interviews, etc. We recommend that students should attend a 'walk-in' appointment before scheduling a longer counseling appointment.
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How do I make an appointment?
To make an appointment, please call (212) 854-5609 or make an appointment in person at the Center for Career Education. Unfortunately, we cannot make appointments by email or through our web-site.
How do I register for CCE events/workshops?
You can register for events and workshops online at:
On the Events Calendar, click your event and click on the "Register for Event" button. If a "Register for Event" button does not appear next to the event, registration is not required.
Do I need to register for "Power Half-Hour" workshops or for a "Walk-In" appointment?
In both instances, the answer is no.
Power Half-Hour workshops are 30 minute workshops designed to introduce the basic skills of a career search. Topics include resumes, interviewing, job search techniques, InterviewTrak/ColumbiaTrak, and internships. These workshops are scheduled frequently during the semester and take place at 12:30pm in the Career Center conference room. The workshop schedule is available on our Events Calendar.
Walk-in appointments are available daily between 1:00 - 4:00pm in the Center. They are intended to address quick questions, often focused on resumes, cover letters, or interviewing questions. No prior appointment is required. However, during certain times of the year wait times can be lengthy. If you are in doubt, please call CCE at (212) 854-5609.
How do I access ColumbiaTrak?
In order to access ColumbiaTrak you must register with CCE. Please click on the “new user” box and complete the registration form Your registration will allow you to create a username and password to access the site. If your UNI does not give you access, use the school password request form.
I can't access InterviewTrak-what do I do?
If you currently attend Columbia College, the Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, the School of General Studies, the School of Continuing Education, the School of the Arts, the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, or the Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation, please email careereducation@columbia.edu with your name, UNI, and a contact phone number and a staff member will activate your account within 48 hours.
If you attend another Columbia University school you are not eligible to use InterviewTrak. Please contact your school's Career Center for further information about job opportunities.
InterviewTrak won't allow me to submit my resume for an open position-what do I do?
First, you need to ensure your InterviewTrak profile is up-to-date. You must have your correct GPA, expected graduation date, degrees obtained, major, work status, etc updated on your profile. After you log in to InterviewTrak, simply click on "CCE Registration" on the bottom left side of the screen and you can edit your information. If an employer has required a minimum GPA to apply for an interview and you do not meet those requirements, you will not be able to submit your resume. In addition, some employers will only accept resumes from students with a specific level of education (i.e., only undergraduates, or only a particular time period away from graduation). Please be certain to read all employer qualifications to ensure you are eligible for the position.
How do I cancel an appointment with of CCE's Career Counselors?
If you need to cancel a counseling appointment, please call (212) 854-5609 at least 24 hours before your appointment.
How do I cancel an interview with an employer?
If you are granted an interview by an employer, and subsequently accept the interview by signing up on the employer's interview schedule, you are required to give the Career Center's Employer and Alumni Relations team at least 48 business hours prior notice to cancel the interview. Any student who fails to give at least 48 business hours notice, and/or does not show up for the interview at the appointed time, will be suspended from the on-campus recruiting program. Employer and Alumni Relations can be reached by calling (212) 854-5609.
How do I get information from a missed event/workshop?
In general, materials from events/workshops can be found by visiting CCE; however, it is a good idea to call (212) 854-5609 to confirm the availability of materials before visiting.