Career Coaching

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Through one-on-one meetings with students, career coaches can help evaluate and improve self-understanding, knowledge of the work world, and decision-making skills.

Career & Academic Exploration: Career Assessments, Changing/choosing a major
Career Development: Networking, Interview Techniques, Career Fair Prep, Career Planning
Job & Internship Search
Resume & Cover Letter Review
Student Employment Services

Career Coaching Services are available to:

All Current Students (Graduate and Undergraduate)
Recent Alumni (Within Six Months of Graduation)
Former Students Returning to WSU

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Is Hotels/Resorts a Good Career Path?

Published on November 7, 2022

Have you ever wondered if working in hotels/resorts is a good career path for you? With a robust hospitality job market and plenty of diverse positions to choose from, a hotel or resort career could be your ideal profession. In …

What Is a Career Coach (and Do I Need One)?

Published on October 27, 2022

When you think of a coach, you probably think of an athletic coach, someone who motivates players to perform at their peak. But other types of coaches can help motivate you to perform at your peak outside of sports.

One …

Should I Put My Pronouns on My Resume? Ask the “Queer Career Coach”

Published on September 9, 2022

While we now use online job boards and Zoom meetings in place of classified ads and formal handshakes, one thing remains the same: A good resume can speak volumes about you, before you even open your mouth. Your resume is …

10 Ways New Grads Can Get Hired in a Recession

Published on September 8, 2022

Graduation is generally nine parts excitement and one part anxiety about what the future holds. But when you’re graduating into a recession, you might have more anxiety than excitement.

Just because the economy isn’t great doesn’t mean a new grad …

5 Ways Using Social Media Can Help You Get a Job

Published on June 10, 2022

Depending on your age and where you are in life, odds are you use social media for one or two reasons– entertainment purposes, to keep up with your friends and family, or to share moments of your life.

When it …

Cougar ClosetShare This: Share Cougar Closet on FacebookShare Cougar Closet on LinkedInShare Cougar Closet on X
The Cougar Closet is a campus effort providing professional clothing to WSU students. Dressing for success can be costly and …

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Career Explore NWShare This: Share Career Explore NW on FacebookShare Career Explore NW on LinkedInShare Career Explore NW on X
Explore the opportunities in your neighborhood and connect with local employers to find the career path that’s right for you. …

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Avoid Scams & FraudShare This: Share Avoid Scams & Fraud on FacebookShare Avoid Scams & Fraud on LinkedInShare Avoid Scams & Fraud on X
As a college student, you are a target for scammers. They know that you are young, potentially inexperienced, and may …

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