Why you should attend the Internship Pop-Up Fair this September 9 – no matter your year!

Whether you’re a first-year student just beginning to explore career paths and curious about what internships even look like, a sophomore or junior ready to land that summer internship and build hands-on experience, or a senior looking to turn internship conversations into full-time job opportunities, this fair is for you!

By Hildegarde Velasco-Faga'autau
Hildegarde Velasco-Faga'autau Internship Coordinator
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Junior Jumpstart Application

The Junior Jumpstart program is launching for the inaugural cohort! Students interested in the program can see an overview on the Junior Jumpstart page.

Have further questions?

General Eligibility:

Below is the list of short questions you will be asked …

By Lindsey Teele
Lindsey Teele Career Coach
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Calling all WSU Registered Student Organizations (RSO)!

Does your organization’s mission include supporting career development, professional growth, leadership, networking, or student success? If so, Career Services would love to partner with your RSO for our upcoming Internship Pop-Up Fair (September 9) or Career Expo & Technical Fair …

By Hildegarde Velasco-Faga'autau
Hildegarde Velasco-Faga'autau Internship Coordinator
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Data Analyst Interviews are changing with AI

✍️ AI is Changing Data Analyst Interviews
And here is how to stand out in this competitive market!

A friend reached out to me last week.

He had a Data Analyst interview lined up, and the recruiter said something he’d never …

By Amney Mounir
Amney Mounir Sr. Product Growth Analyst
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The State of the Tech Job Market in 2026

The State of the Tech Job Market in 2026
Insights from Dataford.io Job Report Analysis

The tech job market continues to evolve as AI is reshaping both the skills employers seek and the roles candidates pursue.

To better understand these …

By Amney Mounir
Amney Mounir Sr. Product Growth Analyst
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How to Start a Cover Letter: 10 Opening Lines That Impress Recruiters

The first sentence of your cover letter is doing a lot of heavy lifting. Recruiters spend seconds — not minutes — scanning applications. So if your opener is “I am writing to express my interest in the position,” you’ve already lost them.

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You’re invited to recruit at the WSU Internship Pop-Up Fair on September 9!

Washington State University’s Academic Success and Career Center invites employers to join us for the 2026 Internship Pop-Up Fair on Wednesday, September 9, and connect with talented students seeking internship opportunities.

By Hildegarde Velasco-Faga'autau
Hildegarde Velasco-Faga'autau Internship Coordinator
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Calling all Cougs – we want to highlight you this upcoming National Intern Day!

While internships happen year-round, we know summer is a popular time for many students to engage in this high impact practice that opens opportunity to apply, learn, and build the skills and knowledge needed to launch careers. So, save the date this year – July 30, 2026 – and check out all the ways you to be highlighted!

By Hildegarde Velasco-Faga'autau
Hildegarde Velasco-Faga'autau Internship Coordinator
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How to spot a fake job ad, and what to do if you’ve already applied

You apply to a job. It seems like a good fit. Maybe even a great fit. Or even a too-good-to-be-true fit. The recruiter is impressed. Maybe even too impressed. They ask if you’d mind switching from communicating by email to …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Student Employee of The Year 2026! Meet Our Cougs!

Every year, we shine a spotlight on the student employees who keep our campus running with their energy, dedication, and hard work. These students don’t just show up—they make a difference.

On April 14, we gathered to celebrate them with …

By Aimee Tejeda Lunn
Aimee Tejeda Lunn Employer Relations Manager
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