Career City College Connects

Connect with students, alumni and professionals through Ten Thousand Coffees.

Your next career opportunity could start with a conversation

Career City College has partnered with Ten Thousand Coffees (10KC), supported by RBC to bring students, alumni and professionals together through meaningful career conversations and networking opportunities.

Whether you’re looking for career advice, want to learn more about an industry, or are ready to share your own experience, Career City College Connects gives you a place to start the conversation.

Why Career Connections Matter

Career development doesn’t happen only in the classroom. The conversations you have with people working in your field can give you perspectives, advice and insights that are difficult to get from a textbook or job description.

Through Career City College Connects, you can connect with members of the Career City College community and learn from different career experiences while building relationships that can continue beyond a single conversation.

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STUDENTS

You don’t need to have your entire career mapped out before you start networking.

Career City College Connects gives you an opportunity to speak with alumni and professionals who can share what they’ve learned along the way. You can:

Learn about your options
Get firsthand insight into different careers, industries and professional experiences.
Ask real questions
Get perspectives on things you may not learn in a classroom.
Grow your confidence
Practise professional communication in a supportive environment.
Start building your network
Make professional connections before you graduate.
Learn from experience
Connect with people who have already navigated some of the career decisions you’re facing.
Network around your schedule
Introductions come directly to your inbox, and you can pause auto-matching when you need a break.

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ALUMNI AND PROFESSIONALS

Your career experience can be valuable to someone who is just getting started.

Whether you have a question answered, a lesson learned or a career story to share, your perspective can help students better understand what comes after graduation. You can:

Give back
Share your experience without committing to a formal long-term program.

Support students
Help someone navigate career questions and decisions.

Share industry insight
Give students a firsthand perspective on your field.

Meet emerging talent
Connect with students preparing to enter the workforce.

Host an Office Hour
Share your knowledge with multiple students in one session.

Stay connected with CCC
Continue being part of the Career City College community after graduation.

Alumni and professionals can participate in as little as 30 minutes a month.

How It Works

01
Create Your Profile

Tell Ten Thousand Coffees about your background, industry, interests and what you’re hoping to learn or share.

02
Get Connected

Each month, you’ll receive a Smart Introduction to another member of the Career City College Connects community.

03
Start the Conversation

Schedule a 30-minute conversation, virtually or in person, and start exchanging ideas.

The First Networking Cycle Starts October 5, 2026

Create your profile and join the Career City College Connects community before the first networking cycle begins.

Mentorship launches in 2027.

Career City College Connects will expand in 2027 with mentorship opportunities for students and recent graduates to connect with experienced alumni and professionals.

Join the community today and stay connected as the program grows.

Frequently Asked Questions

We aim to provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions, clarify any doubts, and ensure you have the best possible experience.

How does Ten Thousand Coffees work?

Career City College Connects uses Ten Thousand Coffees to help students, alumni and professionals make meaningful career connections. After creating your profile, you'll share information about your background, goals and interests. Ten Thousand Coffees uses this information to help facilitate introductions within the Career City College community.

How are Ten Thousand Coffees matches selected?

Your profile information helps inform your connections. Ten Thousand Coffees uses the goals and interests you select to help determine relevant introductions. Providing detailed information about your interests and what you'd like to learn or share can help create a more tailored networking experience.

How should I connect with my introduction?

Once you receive an introduction, you can reach out and arrange a conversation that works for both of you. Conversations can take place virtually or in person, depending on what works best for you and your connection.

For Career City College Connects, the program recommends a 30-minute conversation as a simple way to get started.

What are Office Hours on Ten Thousand Coffees?

Office Hours are group networking sessions hosted by members of the community. When an Office Hour is scheduled, you'll receive information about the host, time and topic, along with an opportunity to RSVP and submit questions for the discussion.

The Career City College Connects guide also highlights Office Hours as an opportunity for alumni and professionals to share their knowledge with multiple students in one session.

Can I pause my Ten Thousand Coffees introductions?

Yes. If your schedule gets busy, you can pause your introductions through your profile. When you're ready to start networking again, you can resume your introductions.

This is particularly relevant for students balancing classes, work and other commitments.

Can I connect with someone specific on Ten Thousand Coffees?

Ten Thousand Coffees cannot guarantee that you'll be introduced to a specific person through the matching process. However, the platform includes a member directory that allows you to search for other members and start a conversation from their profile.

Keep Learning & Connecting

Ten Thousand Coffees also provides resources to help you get more out of networking and mentorship.

Whether you’re preparing for your first professional conversation, looking for conversation ideas or learning how to make the most of a mentorship connection, the 10KC Learning Library offers additional resources and support.

Start With One Conversation

You never know where a conversation might lead.

Whether you’re looking for career advice, hoping to learn more about your industry or ready to share your experience with someone just getting started, Career City College Connects gives you a way to connect.