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Zhang Career Center
The center hosts a broad array of programs each semester, ranging from career fairs to workshops and networking events.
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Student employment
Hundreds of employers recruit Western Michigan University students through the career center.
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Career advising
Career advising is available to all students and new graduates entering their first professional position.
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Career competencies
Career readiness offered through the center ensures you'll gain the skills most desired by employers.
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Business Externship Program
Externships connect you with a mentor and allow you to explore a career of interest.
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WIRED - Western Industry Research and Exploration Discussions
WIRED is a virtual, experiential learning opportunity offered by the Zhang Career Center for First-Year students.
Welcome
The Zhang Career Center in the Haworth College of Business ensures students have the skills to confidently articulate and demonstrate their career readiness to potential employers. We provide business students with resources and experiences that support their success in the work environment and collaborate with employers on hiring talent for their organizations.
Visitors, students, and staff must follow the University's face-covering rules, updated 8/4/2021. Masks must be worn inside any WMU building, regardless of vaccination status. For more information, view WMU's face-covering rules.
Please contact the Zhang Career Center at (269) 387-2711, if you need assistance.
Points of pride
- More than 24,731 student interactions.
- 9 of 10 undergraduate students are actively engaged within six months of graduation.
- More than 1,500 students received coaching to understand how their interests relate to majors and careers.
- Nearly 500 first-year students received a tour of the Zhang Career Center.
Office hours
The Zhang Career Center is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please contact the center at (269) 387-2711, if you need assistance.
Fall 2021 drop-in career advising
Drop-in Career Advising will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m.
Resources for Students and Alumni
Event Details and Registration
Contact Us
3020 Schneider Hall
Phone: (269) 387-2711
Fax: (269) 387-2760
Email: careercenter-hcob@wmich.edu