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Purpose Center

Let us help you find your purpose.

If you need help understanding your purpose or which career is best for you, visit the Surry Community College Purpose Center, a place where anyone can go to seek guidance to determine what their purpose, calling, or career path should be.

Discover educational programs and in-demand careers based on your interests at the Purpose Center. Current and prospective students, who have not chosen a career path or are not sure if they are on the right path, can benefit from visiting the Purpose Center.

You are welcome to talk with a career coach and browse through a wealth of up-to-date printed information about occupations and course programs, labor market trends, salary ranges, and other topics; complete career assessments; or use computerized career planning resources. All services are free of charge. We are here to assist and guide you.

In the Purpose Center, a representative is available to assist current and former students in their search for full-time, part- time, permanent, and temporary employment. We can also assist employers with their recruitment needs.

Contact

Rhett Brown

Director of Purpose Center

(336) 386-3271

brownrj@surry.edu

Our Services

  • Cover letter assistance
  • Resume building
  • Interview skills preparation
  • Career coaching
  • Assess your job interests
  • Search and apply for jobs

The Purpose Center offers highly accurate career assessments to those who are unsure about their educational or career goals. Purpose Center staff will help individuals through conversations regarding their career assessment results and discuss the different programs offered at Surry Community College that are good matches.

In addition to career exploration, assistance with resumes and cover letters is offered, as well as possible job placement services. The Purpose Center has partnered with Surry-Yadkin Works and receives resumes from those who are going through the Surry-Yadkin Works program, as well as from students who are getting ready to graduate from Surry Community College, or those in the community who are searching for a job. Furthermore, the Purpose Center is in communication with local employers who are interested in Surry Community College graduates.

Surry Community College offers a community Job Board, a convenient resource that connects employers with SCC students and alumni seeking employment opportunities. Local businesses, organizations, and industry partners are invited to post full-time, part-time, temporary, and internship positions to reach a talented pool of candidates. The Job Board is designed to support workforce development and create meaningful connections between employers and the SCC community.

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“I want people to know that we are a great resource to utilize, as a student, potential student, or as a member of the community. If you need assistance in any of the areas that we offer, we are glad to help in the best way possible.”

--Rhett Brown, Purpose Center Director

“I loved going to the Purpose Center and working with their staff. I encourage everyone to go. They get to know you on a personal level. They follow up with you to see if your plan is going well. They care about you. They are there to help you be successful and figure out your purpose in your career path.”

--Kendall Thomas, Student

The Purpose Center is located in the A-Building on the Dobson Campus. For more information contact Rhett Brown at (336) 386-3271 or at brownrj@surry.edu.

You may also walk-in to the Student Services area in the A-building without an appointment.

Purpose Center Hours:
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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