Job Search Resources

Job Search Basics

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Resumes

The standard chronological resume format is suitable for anyone. One page is common although it varies by major and extent of experience.

Student shaking hands with employer

Interviews

Find tips on best practices to prepare for upcoming interviews and an explanation of the STAR method for structure answers to behavioral interview questions.

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Finding Jobs

WMU posts all jobs employers send to the university to Handshake. There are other platforms that can also be helpful for broader seaches. Find out about them here.

Job Fair Preparation

Tips and tricks for making the most of Job Fairs!

Employer and student talking

Job offers and career management

Find out what to do once you have gotten a job offer and after when you start your first job.

Personal Commercial

A personal commercial (also known as an elevator speech, personal introduction, 30-second commercial, etc.) is a quick, effective way to make an impressive introduction.

View the full Career Development Guide

Resources for specific groups

International Students

Students with disabilities

Students of color

LGBTQ Students

Graduate Students

Develop knowledge, skills, and abilities

Buster Bronco

Discover your strengths

AI and Job Searches

Experience-Driven Learning

Experience-driven learning is WMU's brand of Experiential Education.