Career
Development

Our team of Career Development Specialists in the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences are ready to assist with resume reviews, practice interviews or job search coaching. Connect with us for help!

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Whether you're still exploring majors, preparing to negotiate job offers, or somewhere in between, we have you covered! By the numbers:

7,000

The number of internship and job postings on Handshake annually.

9-12

Months prior to graduation you should start your job search.

380

Organizations visit campus by the end of October to recruit students.

For Students and Alumni

All undergraduate and graduate students and alumni can meet one-on-one with one of our trained and experienced career development specialists to discuss major exploration, internships, job searches, graduate school preparation, or career planning.

Career development specialists can help students with the following:

Choosing or exploring new majors or careers
Writing resumes, cover letters, personal statements, or CVs
Preparing for interviews and conducting formal practice interviews
Developing career fair and networking skills
Conveying basic etiquette tips
Formulating internship and job search strategies
Evaluating and applying to graduate schools

Handshake

Handshake is more than just a job posting site-it's a career services management tool designed for WVU students and alumni. Every student automatically gets a Handshake account. (Incoming students may not be able to access Handshake until they attend New Student Orientation)

Handshake login

Schedule a Career Counseling Appointment

Discuss major exploration, internships, job searches, graduate school preparation, or career planning. Schedule an appointment through Handshake by logging in with your WVU ID login credentials.

Schedule an Appointment

Find Your Strengths and Purpose

By leaning into your strengths and finding your purpose, you’ll be able to grow and develop your skills to help you pursue the things you're passionate about and to learn how to apply your talents productively. Visit the WVU Purpose Center to take the CliftonStrengths® Assessment.

For Faculty and Staff

Help us help your students. We provide faculty and staff with the necessary information to direct students in developing career choices and conducting job searches.

Faculty References

Need help writing a compelling reference for graduate school or job opportunities? Use this sample reference letter to help you get started.

Sample reference letter

Classroom Talks

We can deliver professional development presentations to your classes or student organizations on topics such as resume writing and building a professional network.

Request a Presentation