Our Students are Ready to Work!

80% Have Industry Jobs by Graduation

Isn't that what it's really all about? A degree that prepares you so well you can pass the toughest test of all: Landing the job you want. And imagine having that job ready and waiting for you heyday that you graduate?!  With each successful graduate - more than 7,500 and counting - new grads are actively sought after thanks to the great track record of our alumni.

Hospitality Career Expo

Leading hospitality industry employers are so impressed with the skills and professionalism of our students that dozens make recruiting at our annual career fair a top priority.

100+ Industry Partners

Year in and year out, our industry partners come to campus and offer students valuable part-time work and internships while they're still in school.

"It was very informative and encouraging. There were so many people willing and wanting to talk and recruit you, the loud buzz filled the room with a good energy."

—Genevieve Benn

“The recruiters were friendly and genuinely interested in getting to know us. Everyone I talked to showed a passion for people just like the faculty and staff at Collins.” 

— Marissa Robledo

"The Career Expo was a great way to make new connections with alumni and industry professionals. Great opportunities can come from the Career Expo!"

— Ruth Kent

Additional Career Services

Clothes Closet

The Care Center's Clothes Closet provides assistance to students who are seeking to obtain proper clothing attire for an interview, a career fair, a conference, or the first week of work. Any student is welcome to visit the Clothes Closet and can take 10 items of professional clothing a semester.

Clothes Closet Website

Bronco Mentoring Network

The Bronco Mentoring Network is an online advice-sharing and career networking site that increases student success by connecting students with alumni who have expertise in their industry, major, or future career.

Join Here

Career Coaching & Advising

Meet with Advisors or Career Coaches to help you make informed decisions about your major and career. Drop-in advising creates a space for students to review resumes, cover letters, or receive a Career Center overview.

Get Advice

Job Search

Cal Poly Pomona’s polytechnic curriculum allows you to gain knowledge in the classroom that is applicable to the workforce. To further this knowledge it is important to engage in experiences outside of the classroom such as on campus and off campus jobs and internships.

Start Job Search

Resumes & Cover Letters

Your Resume and Cover Letter are marketing tools! Put your best foot forward by using these resources to craft the perfect resume and cover letter that will land you your next career opportunity.

Resume & Cover Letter Resources

Career Development

Whether you have no idea what you want to do after graduation or you know exactly what you want to do, we are here to support you in your journey. The Career Center helps students become career ready by assisting with the career development process of self-assessment, job exploration, career engagement, career attainment, and professional advancement.

Career Development Process

Our Industry Partners Support Student Success & Career Readiness!