Hiring companies to present options at Business Career Fair Nov. 3

Job seekers looking for ways to connect directly with employers are invited to attend Western Washington University’s Business Career Fair, which will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 3 in the Mac Gym of the Wade King Student Recreation Center. Admission to the fair is free. Co-sponsored by the university’s College of Business and Economics and Career Services Center, the Business 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 with career-focused opportunities, including private-sector companies, non-profit organizations and government agencies. This event provides valuable opportunities for students and alumni of all majors to discuss internship and employment possibilities with participating organizations. For those who may be uncertain about their career goals or options, the Business Career Fair is an excellent resource for conducting job market research. Participating employers include: Advantage Manufacturing Technologies, Boeing, Comcast Spotlight, Enterprise Holdings, Fred Meyer, Heath Tecna, KeyBank, PACCAR, Physio-Control, US Bank, Uline, Vitech Business Group, Zones, Inc., and many more. To make the most of the Career Fair experience, job seekers should research participating companies in advance, dress in professional business attire, and bring lots of resumes. Career fair preparation workshops covering necessary skills for successfully approaching employers will be offered Thursday, Oct. 27 at 3 p.m. and Monday, Oct. 31 at noon in Old Main 280K. For a complete listing of participating employers or more information please visit the Career Services Center website at http://www.careers.wwu.edu, stop by the Career Services Center offices in Old Main 280, or call (360) 650-3240.