PHI THETA KAPPA International Honor Society of the Two Year College

Finishing your associate degree is money in the bank, no matter how you slice it. Read why one financial expert calls an associate degree a “slam dunk” for your professional future.

Posted: Feb 19th, 2010

Elimika Pfuma, former Vice President of Scholarship and a graduate of the University of Houston and Lone Star College - North Harris, talks about the value of her Phi Theta Kappa experience as she embarks on a career in pharmacology.

Posted: Nov 3rd, 2009

Quite often it’s the perks that set the best companies apart from the rest. Read some of the imaginative ways that Fortune’s top-ranked companies keep employees happy.

Posted: Sep 13th, 2009

In many ways, scientists and engineers are the architects of the environmental movement, pioneering new ways to increase energy efficiency, improve air and water quality and sustain natural resources.

Posted: Aug 23rd, 2009

President Obama’s $12 billion boost for community colleges is part of an economic recovery plan that focuses on training and re-training the workforce for the jobs of tomorrow.

Posted: Aug 3rd, 2009

Spanish has become the country’s unofficial second language, and the demand for bilingual job seekers is booming.

Posted: Jul 8th, 2009

The global credit crisis has taken a toll on nearly every sector of the economy, including student financial aid. That’s why more students are turning to load consolidation to stretch their dollars.

Posted: May 27th, 2009

Don’t be disappointed if you didn’t get that internship or summer job. Consider signing up for a service project in your community. Or better yet, organize a project where you see a need.

Posted: May 14th, 2009

You can tweet yourself to a job opportunity 140 characters at a time.

Posted: Apr 20th, 2009

Statistics show that most of the best jobs are not advertised. Uncover hidden opportunities in the job market by following these tips.

Posted: Mar 18th, 2009

A recent government report reveals that millions of community college students who are eligible for need-based financial aid to complete four-year degrees are not applying.

Posted: Mar 5th, 2009

How to dress appropriately for the job interview is a challenge that faces everyone at some point. It’s not as complicated as you might think.

Posted: Feb 19th, 2009

Web-based job video interviews are gaining popularity. Make sure you’re ready for your close-up!

Posted: Feb 5th, 2009

If you’re a member of Phi Theta Kappa, then you’re already following sound career advice for 2009!

Posted: Jan 4th, 2009

Joining the Phi Theta Kappa chapter at Ivy Tech Community College in Indiana was one of the best career moves Rocky Lozano ever made.

Posted: Dec 4th, 2008

The credit crisis is taking a toll on financing plans for education, and that’s why it’s more important than ever for students and parents to make sure they know all their options when it comes to paying for college.

Posted: Nov 14th, 2008

What is a green collar job? Regardless of your preferred definition, it’s to your advantage to learn more about the green movement and how your job search can begin right now.

Posted: Oct 30th, 2008

Graduates in today’s increasingly competitive job market have to set themselves apart from the pack, and strong leadership skills are a real asset. Phi Theta Kappa Leadership Development Studies can help!

Posted: Oct 16th, 2008

A behavioral interview is based on the theory that the best way to predict future behavior is to evaluate past behavior.

Posted: Sep 24th, 2008

The Internet is brimming with free skill-building courses, including how to write more effectively. One of the forerunners is Wikiversity, where students can find guidance on technical writing and writing for the Web.

Posted: Sep 11th, 2008

The experts say it’s never too soon to begin a federal job search, and that definitely goes for students, too.

Posted: Aug 27th, 2008

Good grades? Check. Education and experience? Check. Credit history? Uh oh.

Posted: Aug 7th, 2008

Demand for students with computer degrees is up, but fewer students are entering the field. Community colleges can help expand the ranks of graduates with computer skills.

Posted: Jul 23rd, 2008

It’s safe to say that the green wave sweeping the nation isn’t just a fad – it’s here to stay, and many of its leading advocates can be found on community college campuses across the nation.

Posted: Jul 8th, 2008

Over the last decade, U.S. Department of Education statistics have shown an 85% rise in the number of bachelor’s degrees with double majors.

Posted: Jun 16th, 2008

For 78 million baby boomers nearing retirement, community colleges are just the answer for many who want to stay active and re-focus their careers.

Posted: May 31st, 2008

It’s never too early to start saving for retirement – especially if you’re a college student. Learn more about Roth IRAs and start building your nest egg for the future.

Posted: May 7th, 2008

Looking for information about possible career fields? Be sure to check out a nationally recognized source of career information designed to provide valuable assistance to those making decisions about their future work lives.

Posted: Apr 9th, 2008

The Career Fair during Phi Theta Kappa’s International Convention April 3-5 in Philadelphia is your chance to get the inside track on job openings with some of the nation’s top private-sector and government agencies.

Posted: Feb 27th, 2008

“The community-college movement in the United States has been one of the most creative, productive and generally successful education initiatives anywhere on the planet,” proclaimed Stephen Joel Trachtenberg, president emeritus and university professor at the George Washington University.

Posted: Feb 13th, 2008

Why wait until you graduate to find out if you’ve chosen the right career? Job shadowing programs give students a chance to “test the waters” by putting them directly into the workplace to gain hands-on experience and make contacts in their fields of interest.

Posted: Jan 23rd, 2008

Can the headlines of yesterday help us predict the hottest careers for 2008? Absolutely!

Posted: Jan 3rd, 2008

Your résumé isn’t complete until it includes a solid list of references, and employers are paying more attention to references than ever before.

Posted: Dec 5th, 2007

Salaries are generally believed to be a major reason behind most students’ career choices, but a new report from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) suggests otherwise.

Posted: Oct 10th, 2007

While modern-day careers in criminal justice require a higher level of training and education than in years past, such “people skills” as organization and communication - which can be acquired through Phi Theta Kappa participation - are assets also.

Posted: Sep 26th, 2007

If you are looking for adventure as well as opportunity, consider becoming a Peace Corps volunteer.

Posted: Sep 13th, 2007

From the east coast to the west coast, community college graduates can find an unlimited number of job opportunities. Phi Theta Kappa members embarking on new careers can take their skills to some of the nation’s hottest cities. So what parts of the country needs nurses and where can you use that business degree? [...]

Posted: Aug 31st, 2007

You have found that dream job but you have come across one problem – your potential employer has requested a letter of recommendation.

Posted: Aug 17th, 2007

Looking for tips on writing a resume? A quick online search will give you more than 2 million possible websites. And any bookstore or library will have shelves full of printed guides to producing a topflight resume.

Posted: Aug 9th, 2007

Fifteen years ago it would have seemed unrealistic for someone to pursue a major college program like civil engineering or nursing without ever stepping into a classroom. According to a 2006 article in the Wall Street Journal, online degree enrollment is skyrocketing due to faculty overcoming their skepticism and schools driving much of the growth. [...]

Posted: Jul 27th, 2007

Tuition is not the only thing rising on today’s college campuses – the number of students with undeclared majors has jumped to an all-time high. Some colleges report that as many as 50 percent of entering freshmen are undecided about their futures.

Posted: Jul 20th, 2007

Community colleges are fast becoming the first step in preparing students for a cutting-edge career, according to a recent article in the Community College Journal.

Posted: Jul 13th, 2007

Are you interested in learning about career possibilities at a company that offers competitive salaries, outstanding health care, excellent life insurance, retirement benefits, and more than 25,000 positions available including special jobs incentives to Phi Theta Kappa members?

Posted: Jun 13th, 2007

Be sure to stop by the Career Fair during Convention on Friday, April 13, from Noon until 2:00 PM. Representatives from diverse organizations such as Methodist Healthcare, AFLAC, Verizon, and the United States Secret Service will be on hand to meet with Society members and talk about their organizations. Make the most of this occasion [...]

Posted: Mar 14th, 2007

It was not uncommon for people of our parents’ generation to work for one company their entire life. Within the parameters of that employment, employees relied upon their company to provide them with the training and the skills necessary to advance within that organization. But in recent years, corporate culture has changed dramatically and so [...]

Posted: Jan 26th, 2007

If you’re a first time visitor or a frequent guest – we welcome you to the Career Resource Center! There’s a lot of good information on this page, so here’s a little primer on what you will find on this website.
First, in the far right column is the Career Search column with a constantly renewing [...]

Posted: Nov 17th, 2006

Recent scandals show instant messaging is no safe haven for chit-chatting on the job.

Posted: Oct 4th, 2006

Phi Theta Kappa is the official honor society for two-year colleges according to the American Association of Community Colleges. Phi Theta Kappa also holds membership in the prestigious Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS) as the only general scholarship honor society representing two-year colleges. Accepting membership into this prestigious honor society exemplifies a member’s scholarly [...]

Posted: Sep 29th, 2006

Contrary to popular opinion, a graduate’s GPA is not the strongest attribute when recruiters look at potential candidates.

Posted: Aug 22nd, 2006

Phi Theta Kappa students are members of an elite honor society with 2 million members and more than 1,200 chapters. Society members are well known for their participation in co-curricular activities emphasizing scholarship, leadership, service and fellowship. As a member of an esteemed society, you have worked hard to achieve your elite status, but sometimes [...]

Posted: Jul 5th, 2006

Perhaps you’ve seen the show where two very stylish blond women with British accents stop people on the street and literally tear at their clothing making “tsk, tsk” sounds and shouting “What were you thinking when you got dressed this morning?” Well, you can be pretty sure that no one in a job interview will [...]

Posted: Jun 9th, 2006

New Phi Theta Kappa graduates may spend hours perfecting their resume, creating a stylistic layout, choosing a professional font and printing it on high-quality paper. While creating the perfect resume cannot hurt your chances of getting an interview, writing an attention-grabbing cover letter is more likely to get your foot in the door.
To perspective employers, [...]

Posted: Apr 30th, 2006

The US Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS) has some very good news for Phi Theta Kappa members. In a recent report, the BLS listed what they believe to be some of the hottest careers emerging in the US, and many of them are careers that require degrees like those pursued by our members.
Careers topping [...]

Posted: Apr 23rd, 2006

Welcome to the Phi Theta Kappa Career Resource Center Website. We are excited to be able to provide Phi Theta Kappa members this innovative tool to assist those students considering career choices, job searches or career tips. It is our fervent hope that Society members will utilize this site throughout their college career, but especially [...]

Posted: Apr 3rd, 2006

Good news for community college students. Many hot jobs today are for people with two-year associate’s degrees.

Posted: Mar 7th, 2006