Additional Job and Internship Search Resources
When searching for jobs and internships, we recommend that you start with Handshake because it has the most opportunities for current students and recent grads.
Below you will find additional search platforms for your job/internship search. Please note that these are independent resources; the Career Services Center is not responsible for their reliability, accuracy or content. These Tips for Safe Online Job Hunting provided by the National Cybersecurity Alliance can help you safely navigate your job search.
Job and Internship Search Sites
- Indeed
- LinkedIn Groups: Joining groups centered on your intended industry is another great way to learn about job openings.
- CareerOneStop
- Glassdoor - An inside look at jobs and companies
- WorkSource Washington
- Parker Dewey Micro-Internships
- CareerBuilder
- ZipRecruiter
Seeking local opportunities? In addition to utilizing Handshake and sites like Indeed, consider:
- Attending career fairs to connect with employers who have current and upcoming openings.
- Exploring where Western alumni in Bellingham work, identifying companies of interest and checking the careers page of their websites for relevant opportunities.
- Building connections with Western alumni in the area through informational interviewing and networking events.
- Exploring additional employment resources like WorkSource Washington and Express Employment.
- CampusPoint: Seattle, Portland, and remote opportunities
- Express Employment: Bellingham
Job and Internship Search Sites by Industry
- Actuary.com
- Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (AICPA) Global Career Hub
- Association for Finance Professionals
- Find Seattle Jobs with ComputerWork.com
Internship Resources:
- National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
- Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) job opportunities
- Washington School Personnel Association (WSPA) job board
- National Association for Independent Schools (NAIS)
- Alaska Teacher Placement (ATP)
Internship Resources:
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National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
- JournalismJobs.com
- Public Relations Society of America careers page
- ShowBiz Jobs
- Teamwork Online
Internship Resources:
- Washington State Dept of Ecology
- Washington State Dept of Fish and Wildlife
- Green Jobs
- United States Environmental Protection Agency- Finding the Right Job
- Environmental Jobs
- Energy Department National Labs
- The Nature Conservancy
- New Scientist Jobs
- EcoJobs
- Net Impact
- Environmental Jobs- Law and Policy
Internship Resources:
- National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
- NOAA College Supported Internship Program -Please note: Students will need to submit application materials directly to Ed Weber (ed.weber@wwu.edu) in WWU College of the Environment.
- Backdoor Jobs
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
- Washington State Dept of Health
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- New Scientist Jobs
- Scribe America
Internship Resources:
- National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
- If you are seeking pre-health shadowing opportunities and other ways to gain experience, be sure to connect with Western’s pre-health advisors!
- GoinGlobal
- Peace Corps
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- U.S. Department of State
- Go Abroad Again: Resources from WWU Education Abroad
Internship Resources:
- National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
Additional Internship Resources:
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National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
State
Federal
- USAJOBS is the primary resource for all federal government job postings. Additional resources:
- Energy Department National Labs
- FBI Jobs
- United States Environmental Protection Agency- Finding the Right Job
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
- U.S. Department of State
Internship Resources:
- Pathways: Information on Federal Internships for students and new graduates