Careers

Join Rebecca Cooney, Washington State University professor of Strategic Communication, in a presentation on some of the career paths available within the field of communications.

Preparing to pursue jobs that are in high-demand and offer high wages is a process that requires industry insight and careful preparation. Join WSU Career Development Specialist, James Bledsoe, in this webinar as he describes how to shift the perspective on the way students in higher education brand themselves to transition into their careers. James will also review strategies and provide tips for using digital tools to design a personal career action plan.

Have you ever wondered why some businesses thrive while others take a nosedive? Why do some businesses sell for maximum value, some sell for pennies on the dollar, and some don’t sell at all? Too many entrepreneurs push off planning for the sale of their business until the last moment. But for a business to sell for what it’s really worth — or even more — owners need to prepare for the sale from the very start. In this insightful webinar, author and mergers and acquisitions authority Michelle Seiler Tucker will provide you with invaluable insight into the process of preparing a business for sale, finding the right buyers, and staging the sale itself.

How is the COVID-19 pandemic affecting job seekers and what can you do to prepare and cope? The WSU Global Campus career advisor, Chris Miller, will share job search strategies, explore skills that employers want, and answer questions about your job search during this webinar.

Personal productivity and accountability are two important traits in today’s working world. Accountability eliminates the time and effort you spend on distracting activities and other unproductive behavior, while productivity ensures you can manage your time to meet deadlines efficiently. Whether you work from home, in an office, are your own boss, or report to a supervisor, learning how to maximize and fine-tune these crucial traits will help you to grow in your professional journey. During this interactive webinar, accountability and mindset coach Hillary Bennett will guide participants step-by-step through her signature productivity and accountability process.

This virtual event will explore the future of work, the value of veterans, and the role that veteran service organizations can play in partnering with industry. In addition to connecting our military affiliated students, alumni, and community partners, we are honored to welcome the CEO of Arcadia Group, Michael McDermott, and several other panelists.

How can you make the most of a virtual networking experience, such as the Virtual Career Networking Night (CNN)? What are some ways to stand out during a 1:1 with employers? Learn directly from industry recruiters attending the CNN about what it takes to find success in the virtual networking world. Join this panel for insights and Q&A in preparation for your networking experience.

Are you graduating this semester and seeking full-time positions? Then you need to practice negotiating a job offer to maximize your chances of receiving the best salary, start date, benefits, potential signing bonus, and relocation package. Students will participate in an interactive workshop portion, led by Dr. Hunter and Dr. Tripp, followed by a panel discussion with guest speakers from Cintas.

February 9 & 10 – The WSU Virtual Career Expo gives all WSU students the opportunity to engage with employers hiring for internships and full-time job openings. Employers may schedule either one-on-one time with students or group sessions to share information about their company or specific positions.

Join Global Campus career advisor on Tuesday, February 9, as he helps students explore how personality plays a role in career development by utilizing the 4-letter Jungian Type to look at career planning, decision making, and professional communication.