WWU to Host Spring Career Fair April 23

BELLINGHAM – Job seekers looking to connect directly with employers are invited to attend Western Washington University’s Spring Career Fair, which will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 23, 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 Spring 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, nonprofit 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 Spring Career Fair is an excellent resource for conducting job market research. 

Participating employers include: American Family Insurance, CampusPoint, CISabroad, Compass Health, Enterprise Holdings, Expeditors, FAST Enterprises, Fred Meyer, KeyBank, LiveAreaLabs, PACCAR, PBS Engineering and Environmental Inc., Peace Corps, Peak-Ryzex, Tyler Technologies, Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, Wells Fargo and many more. There also will be a number of graduate schools attending.

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.