WWU to Host Internship & Volunteer Fair Oct 24th

Individuals looking for ways to connect directly with non-profits and government agencies to find internship and volunteer opportunities are invited to attend Western Washington University’s Internship & Volunteer Fair, which will take place from 12 pm to 4 pm on Wednesday, October 24th in the Wade King Student Recreation Center MAC Gym. Admission to the fair is free to individuals and open to the public. 

The Internship & Volunteer Fair is an opportunity to connect with organizations in the government and non-profit sectors seeking individuals from all majors and backgrounds to contribute and work in their offices. Interning or volunteering provides experience for students looking to build their professional skills and boost their resume, connections in the industry and community and the ability to support causes they believe in.   

Organized by the Career Services Center, this is the largest campus event dedicated to opportunities in social justice, community service, the environment, arts and government. Participating organizations include: American Red Cross, Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth, Cascade Connections, Girl Scouts of Western Washington, North Cascades Institute, Opportunity Council, Recreation Northwest, Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group, Whatcom Center for Early Learning and many more.

To make the most of the experience, attendees should research participating organizations in advance, dress in neat and professional attire and bring resumes. For a complete listing of participating entities and information about how to prepare for the fair, please visit the Career Services Center website at http://www.wwu.edu/careers/internshipfair_students2018.shtml. 

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