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By students, for you. Students we've placed with local employers share their experiences working in roles related to their career industries - what they've learned, the benefits of the experience, and advice for other job seekers.


Network Kinection x Future Built OC
Network Kinection CEO, Erick Briggs, had the great opportunity to sit down and chat with Orange County Community Colleges about Network...
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Getting His Hands Dirty: Manufacturing Student's Path into Aerospace
Justin’s journey into mechanical engineering began as a manufacturing student at Irvine Valley College, where he discovered how his strengths in math and creativity could come together through engineering. From gaining hands-on experience in manufacturing to pursuing his passion for aerospace, each step has helped shape his skills, confidence, and goals for the future. In his own words, Justin shares his experience pursuing mechanical engineering. I have not looked back since
Oct 142 min read


Don't Sell Yourself Short: An Automotive Apprentice's Journey
Expensive car repairs motivated Riverside City College (RCC) student Jonathan Aguirre to explore the automotive field. In his own words, Jonathan shares his experience with Network Kinection on his journey as an automotive student, his goals for the future, and advice for future apprentices on going after their goals. I gained interest in this field so I could help my family save money on vehicle repairs. It's a lot cheaper to fix cars yourself than to take it to the dealer.
Oct 52 min read


Making Opportunities Possible
Career Pathway Champion: Michael, Field Recruiter, Najjar Lube Centers, Inc. Michael, a Field Recruiter for Najjar Lube Centers Inc. (Jiffy Lube) is being recognized as a Career Pathway Champion for strengthening the partnership with Network Kinection and expanding opportunities for automotive students. A valued partner for over five years, Najjar Jiffy Lube continues to support student success through hands-on work-based learning. In just one month, Michael helped hire six
Jul 31 min read


From Classroom to Career: RCC Student's Experience as a Technical Engineer Apprentice
RCC student and apprentice, Luke Jensen Jr Meet Luke - a current student at Riverside City College studying IT / Cyber Security. Through...
Aug 4, 20252 min read


From Legos to Aerospace: Gabriel’s Journey to Becoming an Engineering Technician
What does it take to turn childhood curiosity into a thriving career? Read how Santa Ana College student Gabriel transformed his love for...
Nov 7, 20242 min read


Revving Up: A Student's Journey from Dad's Garage to Jiffy Lube Internship
Juan Gladin's passion for cars was sparked by his father, leading him to pursue automotive studies at Riverside City College. With the...
Oct 2, 20241 min read


College Student Steps Out of Comfort Zone and Into a Great Opportunity
As the new fall semester begins, many students are eager for their educational and career journeys to begin! Some have been busy figuring...
Aug 24, 20232 min read


LAPC Computer Science Student: New Member of the Geek Squad
Los Angeles Pierce College computer science student, Jessica Babos made the decision to switch from studying Administration of Justice to...
Jun 2, 20232 min read


College Grad Excited About Future Accounting Career
With exams and worrying about the future, graduation can be a stressful event for some. But for Los Angeles Pierce College student and...
May 25, 20232 min read


Diligence and Patience: A Cybersecurity Student's Career Journey
It is no surprise that getting a job in your desired field can be a little difficult, but with some diligence and patience you can get...
May 18, 20233 min read
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