WIU Center for Career Preparation & Employer Engagement

06/22/2026

Freshman year can be a lot of "figuring it out." Good news? You don't have to do it alone. 💜

From resumes and campus jobs to career exploration and internships, the Career Center is here to help every step of the way.

✨ Schedule your appointment through the link in our bio or at https://www.wiu.edu/careers/

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06/16/2026

Freshmen, this one's for you. 🎓✨ Future you will thank you.

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06/10/2026

Looking for a career where you can make a difference every day? 💜

The WIU Career Center is searching for a Career Coordinator to help students navigate their career journeys, connect with employers, and prepare for success after graduation.

✨ Mentor students
✨ Work with a supportive team
✨ Enjoy excellent benefits

Apply today!
https://tinyurl.com/2s3aan6x

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05/02/2026

ATTENTION LEATHERNECKS!!! Excellent opportunity to build your resume.

Western Illinois University Communications & Marketing is now hiring for the 2026-27 academic year. We are seeking motivated students interested in marketing, public relations, social media, and communications.

✨ Graduate Assistantship:
Gain hands-on professional experience in writing, media relations, social media strategy, campaign development, and more. Paid position with potential tuition waiver.
ℹ https://go.wiu.edu/GraduateAssistantshipInformation
📩 Apply by emailing: [email protected]

✨ Student Content Creator–
Create engaging social media content, cover campus events, and help showcase the WIU experience. Paid position.
ℹ https://go.wiu.edu/StudentContentCreatorInformation
🔗 Apply here: https://go.wiu.edu/ApplyHere

These roles offer hands-on experience, portfolio development, and the opportunity to collaborate on real marketing and communications campaigns.

⏳ Deadline: May 8

04/30/2026

Seniors, as you prep for finals week, don’t forget one of your final to-dos before graduation: Complete the FDS Graduation Survey and make your voice count! 🎓💜💛
Finish strong Leathernecks!!

http://www.tinyurl.com/wiugradsurvey26

04/24/2026

Ready to level up your summer?☀️💼

Looking for a summer internship, but not sure where to start?! The career center has your back! From résumé help to interview prep, they’ll get you ready to land that opportunity.

Don’t wait-schedule your appointment on Handshake today!

04/22/2026

Job opportunity!

We’re hiring.

The Illinois Conservation Foundation is looking for a Director of Development & Communications to help grow support for conservation across Illinois.

This role is part fundraising, part storytelling, and part making sure the work happening in our state parks and programs gets the support it deserves.

If you’re someone who can write, build relationships, and move projects forward, we’d love to hear from you.

Details and application : https://www.indeed.com/job/director-development-and-communications-1a3d90390e947c8a

04/22/2026

ATTENTION ALL LEATHERNECKS! Don’t miss this outstanding opportunity to hear Rev. Dwight Ford speak tonight, Wed April 22nd!

WIU is pleased to welcome Rev. Dwight L. Ford, president and CEO of Project NOW, as the keynote speaker of WIU's Uplifting Community Health Month 2026.
Read more: https://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21263

04/22/2026

Great networking opportunity, Leathernecks!

The PsiQuantum visits WIU on Friday April 24, 2025 at 2PM in Sandburg Theatre.

Please RSVP here if you'd like to attend: bit.ly/PsiQuantumAtWIU