One of the most important steps when entering college is connecting with the Career Services Office. We support Morton College students, alumni, community members, and employers throughout the Morton College district.

Meeting with Career Services early helps students understand their career options, explore employment pathways, and begin planning for their future. Throughout the year, we offer workshops, classroom visits and events designed to help students build the NACE Career Readiness Core Competencies needed to succeed in today’s competitive workforce.

How We Support Students

Our services empower students to:

• Make informed career decisions

• Develop personalized career plans

• Navigate the job search process

• Access current labor market information

• Build meaningful student-employer connections

First-time appointments are scheduled for 1 hour, while returning students may book 30-minute sessions. To schedule an appointment, please contact careerservices@morton.edu and include your name, student ID, phone number, and the services you are requesting.

If you have any questions, please call 708-656-8000, ext. 2484

Hours

Spring/Fall Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 m (Closed weekends)

Summer Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m – 4:30 pm (Closed Fridays and weekends)

Appointment Policies

Cancellations
If you are unable to keep you your appointment, please cancel 24 hours in advance. We will make every effort to reschedule the appointment within five business days.

Tardiness
If you are more than 15 minutes late for an appointment, you will be asked to reschedule the appointment on another date.

No-Show

If you fail to attend more than two scheduled appointments without cancelling, you will be required to utilize walk-in hours for future services. Walk-in hours are available Mondays from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

For Students

Career and Major Advice

Choosing a college major is an important decision—and you don’t have to do it alone. We’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Explore a collection of over 100 major profiles that highlight common career paths, types of employers in each field, and strategies to help you maximize your opportunities. Each profile also includes links to professional associations, occupational outlook data, and job search resources.
https://whatcanidowiththismajor.com/major

You can also use Pathful, an interactive platform designed to help you explore careers, build a plan, and prepare for your future. It includes a variety of career and interest assessments to help you better understand your strengths and options.
https://app.pathful.com/login‍ ‍

Once you’ve completed your assessments, schedule an appointment with Career Services to review and discuss your results.

Enhance Your Résumé with FREE Tools and Support

Create a strong first impression with employers by developing a résumé that highlights your skills and positions you as an ideal candidate. The goal of your résumé is simple: Capture an employer’s interest and secure an interview opportunity.

Did You Know?

We offer FREE access to our résumé builder through the College Central Network. This powerful tool helps you craft a polished, professional résumé that stands out to hiring managers.

To get started:

Schedule an appointment to receive access to our resume builder platform and assistance creating your résumé or to have it professionally reviewed. Learn to effectively and ethically use AI tools to enhance your résumé and cover letter—while ensuring your application remains authentic, personal, and uniquely yours.

Resumé Writing Resources

Resume Builder: College Student Resume Examples‍ ‍

Please note that this resource is intended for example purposes only. It is designed to provide guidance and inspiration but should not be copied directly. Use it as a reference to help you develop a résumé that is original, accurate, and tailored to your own experiences and career goals.

Employment Opportunities

Off-Campus Employment

Morton College uses College Central Network (CCN) as its official resume and job posting service. Local employers post jobs exclusively to our school via the CCN site. Students and alumni create your account profile here to:

• Easily search and apply to local and national full-time, part-time, internship/co-op job opportunities

• Create and upload your resume and career portfolio to make available to employers

• Access event announcements, career advice documents, podcasts, videos and articles

On-Campus Employment

Please note that the Career Services office does not handle on-campus employment. Visit the Human Resources website or the HR office in Building B, Room 211 for permanent part-time and full-time employment opportunities at Morton College. Students interested in applying for an open student aide position may visit the Human Resources website and click the "Classified" button.

Events and Workshops

Take advantage of our FREE workshops and events open to all students, community and alumni. Topics range from choosing a major, job search strategies, using social media effectively for networking purposes, resumé writing, and more. Typical events throughout the year may include:

• Job fair (spring): Meet with employers to discuss employment and internship opportunities

• Volunteer Fair (fall): Learn about different volunteer opportunities in your community

• On-campus employer recruitment visits

• Workshops: Resume Writing, Interview Skills, Networking, and much more

On-Campus Recruiting

Our office hosts employers who visit our campus to offer students employment opportunities. Employer tables typically located in the cafeteria. View the list of scheduled visits:

Professional Attire Fund Program
Career and Educational Resources
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)‍