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?!