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Topics for Today
Why College?
A Model for Success
Benefits of Using the Center’s Resources
The Importance of Engagement
Why College?
• To get a JOB!
• Knowledge, skills, and training
• Growth, maturity, experience
• Long-term earning potential
• Graduate with a plan for future careers
Job vs. Career?
Keys to Student Success
Academic PerformanceEngagement & InvolvementUtilize Resources and Be ProactiveExperience – Internships, Student
Teaching, Volunteer
Why the Career Center…NOW?
• Not for Seniors Only
• Not for Job Search Only
• Conveniently located with:– Dining Hall & Einstein Bagels– Learning Assistance & Resource Center– Pre-Major Academic Advising– Office for Students with Disabilities– Women’s Center– Service Learning & Volunteer Programs
Our Mission
Provide services, programs, and resources which facilitate the lifelong career development process
and assist students and alumni with implementing and securing satisfying careers.
Career Development Process
How We Help
Career Center Activities:
Usage Rates For Graduating
Seniors
*As reported in the 2013 NACE Student Survey
Employers Want WCU Students & Alumni!
2013-2014:
1,777 internships, full-time and part-time jobs posted &
2006 resumes reviewed in Ram Career Network
66 employers with 132 internships and full-time jobs participated in On-Campus Recruiting
132 employers attended our on-campus Career Fairs
What Employers Want
Attributes Employers Seek on a
Candidate’s Resume
*As reported in the 2014 NACE
Job Outlook
*Gold borders indicate skills
noted by our Employer
Advisory Board
What Employers Are Saying
“Students were well prepared and extremely interested in our company and finding the right fit for themselves and their career.”
“You are doing a top-notch job! All students were prepared, and the interview process was seamless. Of five schools where we are recruiting, West Chester's
career development center gave the best presentation.”
169 unique employers participated in various on-campus recruiting options (2013-2014)
Visit www.wcupa.edu/oir for institutional data on plans for WCU graduates
Student Strategies
Resources Used in
Employer Information
Search
*As reported in the 2013 NACE Student Survey
What Students Are Saying
“With the insightful advice and encouragement by the career center, along with the informative resources
provided, I was able to successfully enter into a professional career. I hope other students and alumni will take the time
and opportunity to explore this valuable resource.”
"For someone who had no direction when first arriving to West Chester, it was very helpful and
reassuring to learn I was not at all an exception; with the Center I was able to bounce off ideas and begin first steps towards a major and career. The people there are kind, understanding and knowledgeable
and I'll definitely use their assistance in the future.”
28,957log-ins by students and alumni in Ram Career Network (2013-2014)
Keys to Student Success
Academic PerformanceEngagement & InvolvementUtilize Resources and Be ProactiveExperience – Internships, Student Teaching, etc.Utilize the Career Center and start your job
or internship search early
QUESTIONS?!