Professional/Employment Resources

Career Exploration and Development

Career Exploration and Development offers career advisors offer resume and cover letter proofreading, career counseling, and mock job interviews. They can also take professional headshots and help you connect with Kent State peers to discuss experiences, majors, and more.

Eligibility:

• Must be a Kent Student

Contact Information:

• Phone Number: (330) 672-2360
• Email: career@kent.edu
• Location: Center for Undergraduate Excellence - Suite 169 975 Lefton Esplanade Kent, OH 44242

Handshake

Handshake is the #1 place where students find jobs and get hired as employers are recruiting students! Handshake provides on- and off-campus job opportunities, internships, and co-ops.

Eligibility:

• At least one work experience
• At least one skill
• At least one extracurricular activity or student organization

Contact Information:

• Phone Number: (330) 672-2360
• Email: career@kent.edu

Comprehensive Case Management & Employment Program & Services 

Comprehensive Case Management & Employment Program & Services helps youth overcome barriers to employment by providing health, addiction/substance abuse issues, housing, education, transportation, and many more.

Eligibility:

• Must be between the ages of 14 and 24
• Must be a Portage County resident (need to provide proof, such as a bill or mail)
• Must provide birth certificate, social security card, and proof of income.

Contact Information:

• Phone Number: 330-296-2841
• Location: 253 South Chestnut Street, Ravenna, OH 44266

Ohio Aspire Program

The Ohio Aspire Program offers free services to enhance workplace education, life skills, employability skills, computer literacy, and more. A transition counselor is assigned to help you outline steps to achieve your goals your goals. 

Eligibility:

• Attend a three-day orientation to complete an assessment to determine goals.

Contact Information:

• Phone Number: 330-235-0020
• Email: brkicha@mwood.cc
• Location: Maplewood Career Center 7075 State Rt. 88 Ravenna, OH 44266.

Ohio Means Jobs Search Portals

Ohio Job Search Portals is detailed guide to Online Platforms for Discovering Employment Opportunities in the Buckeye State. These portals provide a variety of resources, including job listings across diverse industries, resume-building tools, and career advice to help job seekers navigate the employment landscape in Ohio effectively.

Ohio Means Jobs Career Profile

Ohio Means Jobs Career Profile is a free online quiz that provides a career profile, there is no eligibility requirement. 

Career One Stop: Get My Future

Career One Stop: Get My Future offers free online career quizzes, resume writing tips, job search resources, interview tips, and more

Contact Information:

• Phone Number: 1-877-872-5627
• Email: info@careeronestop.org