Careful career planning is the first step in achieving your career goal. Having a clear sense of what you want to do, and how to get there, will help you achieve success.

Plan the Career You Really Want!

Career counselors help clarify goals, interests and values so you can plan a rewarding career. We work with students, alumni, and community members in all stages of academic and professional growth. Career specialists recommend career-related courses and workshops, guide you into career assessments, and refer you relevant resources.

Explore Careers

Lower Columbia College's SuperStrong assessment helps you discover your interests and strengths so you'll be confident as you take the next step toward your future career! This tool will allow you to explore the degrees and certificates offered at LCC that match your interests and will also show you sample careers, salaries, and more.


To get started with a SuperStrong assessment, choose an option below:


Further Resources

Labor Market

Find out about local employers including company size, products/services they offer, how often they hire, how much they pay, and the required education levels.

More Career Exploration Tools

Discover your skills, abilities, and interests. Learn how to pursue the right education that will guide you into your desired career. Learn more about Career Exploration


Contact Career & Employment Services

Contact the Career Center at (360) 442-2330 to make an appointment! Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome during business hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday through Thursday, and 10:00am - 5:00pm on Friday (Campus closed on Fridays during Summer session).

General Inquiries

  Located in the Admissions Center (ADC).
  (360) 442-2330
  careers@lowercolumbia.edu

Faculty & Staff Questions

  Ariana Muro

  (360) 442-2332
  amuro@lowercolumbia.edu

Job Search & Employer Contact

  Jacob Aguiar

  (360) 442-2337
  jaguiar@lowercolumbia.edu