Help with your career or job search
In-Person, Drop-In Career Advice
Common career questions can quickly be addressed through drop-in advising - no appointment necessary! Students with questions regarding resumes, cover letters, activating their Handshake account, or navigating any job search resources can work with well-trained student career ambassadors to by vising any of the four drop-in locations. Drop-in advice sessions typically take between 10 and 20 minutes.
WMU Student Center - 2nd Floor - The Source
- Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Floyd Hall - outside Parkview Café entrance
- Wednesdays from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
- Thursdays from 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm.
College of Health and Human Services - atrium next to Student Engagement Center (coming soon)
College of Aviation
- Mondays and Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Career Coaching
Students can also sign up to work with a professional Career Development Specialist by making an appointment. Career Coaching is designed to assist those students who are looking for a deeper level of assistance including:
- Helping decide between career fields or majors.
- Assistance with a job search - often after applying to several jobs unsuccessfully.
- Identifying and developing personal talents into strengths and how to leverage them in a job search.
Career Coaching may be completed in one session or may involve multiple sessions - either way the Career Development Specialist is available to you until you have achieved your goal.
Undergraduate Students
Graduate Students and Alumni
Career Academy
Career Academy is a series of four workshops where we empower students to stand out in a candidate pool. Complete the series and receive a professional padfolio. Join today and take the first step towards a successful career!