UPDATED - WWU Winter Career Fair Feb. 9 Is Canceled

February 3, 2017

UPDATED FEBRUARY 9, 2017:

The Winter Career Fair has been canceled due to Western Washington University's delayed opening. Please watch Western Today and social media for updates when they are available.

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Job seekers looking to connect directly with employers are invited to attend Western Washington University’s Winter Career Fair, which will take place Thursday, Feb. 9, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Viking Union Multi-purpose Room.  Admission to the fair is free and the event is open to the public.

Sponsored by WWU’s 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 over 80 organizations, 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 Winter Career Fair is an excellent resource for conducting job market research. 

Participating employers include: Amazon, BECU, CampusPoint, comScore, Enterprise, Expeditors, Faithlife Corporation, PACCAR, Peace Corps, Pioneer Human Services, Port of Seattle, Puget Sound Energy, Quala Inc., R&D Plastics LLC, Slalom Consulting, SPIE, Target, Teach for America, Vaupell Plastics, Wood Stone Corporation and many more. 

This year’s fair will also be featuring a STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) section. Many of these companies have opportunities for students from STEM disciplines, in addition to other fields.

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. For a complete listing of participating employers and information about how to prepare for the fair, please visit the Career Services Center website at http://www.wwu.edu/careers/.

For more information about this event, visit the Career Services Center offices in Old Main 280, or call (360) 650-3240.