Student Resources
ATTENTION: COVID-19 UNEMPLOYMENT AND DISABILITY INFORMATION
UNEMPLOYMENT AND DISABILITY INFORMATION:
The Unemployment Development Department (EDD) provides a variety of support services to people affected by COVID-19 in California. Please visit their online options HERE for service.
California does allow DACA beneficiaries to apply for unemployment benefits if they meet all eligibility requirements. For additional EDD information please visit their website HERE
SICK OR QUARANTINED:
If you'r unable to work due to having or being exposed to COVID-19 (certified by a
medical professional), you can file a Disability Insurance (DI) claimHERE
For guidance on COVID-19, visit the California Department of Public Health website HERE
JOBSPEAKER: Modesto Junior College provides students and alumni free access to the newest online
job posting platform JOBSPEAKER. Jobspeaker does something that no other web app
does. It helps you in every phase of your job search by allowing you to save jobs
you find, and track all your job search information, tasks, and events in one place.
Allowing you to search for jobs anywhere from your computer or phone. Sign up HERE
Student Eligibility:
Currently enrolled, alumni or transferred from Modesto Junior College
Step One: Create an account on Jobspeaker
Step Two: Apply online from a computer or the mobile application via the Jobspeaker App on your smart phone.
Step Three: When actively job seeking, check your Jobspeaker account often.
For best results with Jobspeaker use Google Chrome as your browser.
CAREER EXPLORATION RESOURCES
California Career Zone: helps people explore, plan for and pursue careers that reflect their passion, skills and life goals.
O*NET: this database includes information on skills, abilities, knowledge, work activities and interests associated with occupations. My Next Move: is an interactive tool for job seekers and students to learn more about career options
CareerOneStop: easy-to-understand workforce information and tools to help job seekers, students, businesses, and career professionals.