PHARR, TX / AGILITYPR.NEWS / June 17, 2026 / Southern Careers Institute (SCI) Pharr Branch Campus is opening its doors to the community by offering a series of free weekly workshops designed to support individuals in their career, financial, and educational journeys.

Beginning the week of June 22, community members are invited to attend these no-cost workshops led by SCI team members. The workshops are open to the public and provide practical resources, guidance, and support for those looking to advance their personal and professional goals.

Job Prep Wednesdays

Wednesdays | 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Hosted by SCI's Career Services team, Job Prep Wednesdays helps participants strengthen their job search efforts through:

• Resume reviews
• Mock interviews
• Job search assistance
• LinkedIn and professional profile support
• Interview preparation

Financial Prep Thursdays

Thursdays | 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Hosted by SCI's Financial Aid team, these community-focused sessions will cover important financial topics, including:

• Budgeting basics
• Understanding credit and credit scores
• FAFSA fundamentals
• Financial aid education
• Planning for career training and educational opportunities

Education Prep Fridays

Fridays | 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Hosted by SCI's Admissions team, Education Prep Fridays will provide guidance and support for individuals working toward completing their high school education, including:

• Assistance in preparing for the GED
• Help with the GED application process
• Support in earning a high school diploma through Broady Academy
• Guidance on educational pathways and next steps toward career training opportunities

"At Southern Careers Institute, we believe education and career resources should be accessible to everyone," said George Garza, SCI Pharr Branch Campus Director. "These workshops are an opportunity for us to support our community by providing practical tools and guidance that can help individuals move toward their goals."

All workshops are free and open to the public.

For questions or additional information, community members may contact Julissa Leal-Underwood at julissa.leal-underwood@scitexas.edu.

About Southern Careers Institute

Founded in 1960, Southern Careers Institute (SCI) has been dedicated to empowering Texas students through career-focused education. With eight campuses conveniently located in Austin, Brownsville, Corpus Christi, Harlingen, Pharr, San Antonio North, San Antonio South, and Waco, SCI offers a diverse array of programs designed to prepare students for successful careers and meaningful community contributions.

Our training programs encompass various fields, including Business, Beauty, Allied Health, Technology, and Trades, with options for hybrid and online learning to accommodate different learning styles. Please note that not all programs are available at every campus.

The Southern Careers Institute Austin Main campus is located at 1701 W Ben White Blvd, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78704.

Phone: 512-432-1400

Website: scitexas.edu