50 employers expected at WWU career fair Thursday

Job seekers looking for ways to connect directly with employers are invited to attend Western Washington University’s Winter Career Fair, which will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 10 in the Mac Gym of the Wade King Student Recreation Center. Admission to the fair is free.

Sponsored by the WWU Career Services Center, the Winter Career Fair is a major recruiting event that allows students and the general public to meet with hiring managers from a wide range of employers, including private-sector companies, non-profit organizations and government agencies.

This event provides a valuable opportunity for students and alumni of all majors to discuss internships and job openings with participating organizations. For those who may be uncertain about their career goals or options, the Winter Career Fair is an excellent resource for conducting job market research.

Participating employers include: Aerotek, Fisher Communications, Fred Meyer, Logos Bible Software, Northwestern Mutual, Pacific Capital Resource Group, Peace Corps, Port of Seattle, Rite Aid, Verizon Wireless and many more.

To make the most of the Winter Career Fair, job seekers should research participating companies in advance, dress in professional business attire, and bring lots of resumes. A free career fair preparation workshop covering necessary skills for successfully approaching employers will be offered at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 3 and again on noon on Monday, Feb. 7 in Old Main 280K.

For a complete listing of participating employers or more information please visit the Career Services Center Web site at http://www.careers.wwu.edu, stop by the Career Services Center offices in Old Main 280, or call (360) 650-3240.