Career Workshops & Presentations

The Career Services Center collaborates with faculty, staff, and student organizations to deliver engaging professional development workshops and presentations. Our presentations can be customized to fit your classroom, meeting, or event, fostering a collaborative learning environment and promoting the significance of career development among students. 

All Career Services Center events are intended for all participants, including those with visible or non-apparent disabilities.  For disability accommodations, please contact the Career Services Center at careers@wwu.edu.

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Career Service Center Workshop Descriptions

Students will learn the basics of resume writing, whether they are starting a resume for the first time or improving a current draft. Information includes incorporating accomplishments and skills from their experiences (education, extracurricular activities, internship/past work, etc.). Participants will also learn tips for tailoring their resume for specific positions. 

 

Students will learn the basics of cover letter writing: why submitting a cover letter is important when applying to jobs and internships, how to tailor to specific positions, and how to incorporate skills gained from their experiences (education, extracurricular activities, internship/past work, etc.). 

Students will learn the basics of cover letters and resume writing that are important when applying to jobs and internships. Information includes how to tailor resume/cover letter to specific positions, incorporating experiences and skills from their major, extracurricular activities, and internship/past work experiences along with highlighting accomplishments that relate to the position they are applying for. 

This workshop will teach key job search strategies and resources that will help students find opportunities ranging from internships to full time jobs. Students will also learn the basics of resume writing, whether they are starting a resume for the first time or improving a current draft, and how to tailor their resume to specific positions. Information includes incorporating experiences and skills from their major, extracurricular activities, and internship/past work experiences along with highlighting accomplishments that relate to the position they are applying for. 

This workshop will teach key job search strategies and resources that will help students find opportunities ranging from internships to full time jobs.  

Handshake- the Career Service Center's job and internship recruitment platform- can help students find their next job or internship! Students will learn how to personalize their free account, search for jobs and internships, connect with employers, and attend events. 

 

What resources does the Career Services Center offer for students and alumni? Have you ever wondered how the CSC can help students within your department? This workshop will provide an overview of the resources we have available for students and alumni.  

Have you ever wondered how the Career Services Center can help students within your department? This workshop will provide an overview of the resources we have available for students and alumni. This will include a Handshake Overview, the CSC's job and internship recruitment platform. Students will learn how to personalize their free account, search for jobs and internships, connect with employers, and attend events. 

Introduce your students to the Career Services Center! Students will participate in a tour of our space in Old Main 280 (including our interview rooms and Career Closet), meet some of our staff, and get an overview of the services we offer. 

Students will learn how to prepare for and navigate the Career Fair so they can participate with confidence and come away with results! The workshop includes information on how to introduce yourself (elevator pitch), evaluate employers you want to connect with, and information on what to expect when you arrive at the career fair.  

 

Students will learn how to prepare for and navigate the Career Fair so they can participate with confidence and come away with results! Workshop includes information on how to introduce yourself (elevator pitch), evaluate employers you want to connect with, information on what to expect when you arrive to the career fair, and an interactive component that uses Handshake as a tool for preparation.  

This workshop uses the NACE career readiness competencies to help identify all the great skills and accomplishments tucked away in students’ experiences, from coursework to clubs to campus employment! 

Did you know that 85% of jobs are found through networking?! Networking is also a great way to explore career paths and industries, and to find out how professionals have made it to where they are today. (Spoiler alert: they didn’t start out in that role.) Students will learn the basics of networking and take away concrete steps for growing their network right away! 

This workshop will share tips with students on how to prepare for an interview, including what to wear, what questions to prepare for, and how to brainstorm questions they should ask.  

Learn strategies to help you prepare for an upcoming job offer, including knowing which benefits and perks to look out for and how to negotiate a competitive salary.

Learn how to optimize sections, showcase skills, and highlight achievements to attract employers and build a strong personal brand. Unlock the potential of LinkedIn to kickstart your career journey.

Discover how to connect with alumni, industry professionals, and peers, and leverage these connections for internships, mentorships, and career opportunities. Unlock the power of networking on LinkedIn and build a strong foundation for future success. 

Learn essential job and internship search strategies and walk away with valuable resources to discover a wide range of opportunities, from internships to full-time positions. 

Learn how to craft a compelling LinkedIn profile, expand your professional network, and effectively utilize the platform for job searching. Discover strategies for connecting with industry experts, accessing job opportunities, and standing out in a competitive job market.  

This workshop will provide you with the fundamentals of graduate program research, things to think about as you explore your options, and questions to ask yourself. There are many opportunities out there and the application process can be overwhelming. Come with your questions and concerns and be ready to take some notes and gain some perspective.