Career Resources for High School Students and Parents
You don’t have to navigate the working world alone. We are here to help you find what you are looking for in a career. West-MEC’s Career Services team provides students with the professional industry resources and guidance to successfully transition from the educational environment into a satisfying career.
Not only will you be learning the technical skills needed to be successful within your program and career field, but you will also be learning professional skills that future employers look for. Skills like, how to communicate effectively, work together in a team, and problem-solving will help you be career-ready. Click HERE to view West-MEC’s Professional Skills rubric.
Explore continuing education, certification, and career opportunities available to you.
Learn how to create an effective cover letter and resume to help you stand out. Refine your interviewing skills and technique by participating in a mock interview with industry partners and professional staff. Click HERE for a sample mock interview rubric.
To get started contact your West Campus Career Services Team Member:
CENTRAL CAMPUS
Irma Espinoza
irma.espinoza@west-mec.edu
623.877.6909
NORTHEAST CAMPUS
Andrea Calhoun
andrea.calhoun@west-mec.edu
623.435.4228
NORTHWEST CAMPUS
Debbie Owen
debbie.owen@west-mec.edu
623.877.6928
Jennifer Combs
jennifer.combs@west-mec.edu
623.877.6601
SOUTHEAST CAMPUS
Carolina Samno-Torres
carolina.torres@west-mec.edu
623.278.9053
SOUTHWEST CAMPUS
Kendra Odle
kendra.odle@west-mec.edu
623.872.6280
Loni Tamez
loni.tamez@west-mec.edu
623.872.6272
PARTNER PROGRAM CAMPUSES
Leticia Reyna-Stroud
Partner Program Manager
leticia@west-mec.edu
623.772.1875
- Aesthetics (GateWay)
- Cosmetology (GateWay)
- Fire Science (GCC)
Heather Webb
Partner Program Manager
heather.webb@west-mec.edu
623.738.0018
- Automotive Technology (GCC)
- Early Childhood Education (GCC)
- Culinary Arts (EMCC)
- EMT (PVCC)
- Paralegal (PVCC)
