CAREER DEVELOPMENT & EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING NEWS
Let Career Development Bloom this Spring Term!
Invite us to class, refer to us and our events, share our resources
Class presentations: We offer synchronous and asynchronous career development presentations you can use in your courses. Please visit this link to request a presentation.
Appointments: Our office is physically and virtually open 9-12 & 1-5! We are encouraging students to meet with our counselors and staff via zoom, phone, or email. Students make appointments on Handshake/WolfLink from Portal 503-838-8432, slcd@wou.edu, http://wou.edu/slcd
Resources: Take a look at our Career Readiness Modules – these are perfect for class assignments or as a self-help resource for students – see next page.
FYS instructors, consider our resourses and programs for accomplishing Integrative Learning Outcomes related to connecting academics to careers. Table
Key Career Development Events in
Spring Term (for full list and updates check Handshake)
April
Monday 5 9-3 WOU 2021 Education Career Fair
Monday 19 4-5 Graduating During a Pandemic: Strategies & Tips
Tuesday 27 4-5 Transitions Group (3 Week Group)
May
Tue-Wed 4-5 10-3 Mock Interviews
Wednesday 5 2:30 Getting a State Job Workshop
Spring 2021 - Service Learning & Career Development
of Contents: Content Page Let Career Bloom in Spring! 1 Key CD Events in Spring 1 Career Readiness Modules 2 Spring Calendar 3 WOU CiP RFP 4
Career Readiness Modules
We have designed these self-paced learning modules that take students through a process and allow us to reach out to students when needed. Refer students to one or all modules, as you see best fit.
Topic Resources
Career Exploration
Assess your career interests and strengths, and research possible career options
Resume Readiness
Learn how to create a resume that helps you land interviews
Networking Readiness
Learn to make connections that help you explore career paths and access opportunities
Internships & Professional Experience
Learn how to find experiences to refine your career plans & strengthen your resume
SLCD Online Career Exploration Resources
MBTI Handout Holland Handout
Learning Modules
Career Exploration Module
Resume & Cover Letter Packet
Resume Readiness Module
Networking Myths Making Connections Networking Prospects
Networking Readiness Module
How to Find Internships & Professional Experience
Internship & Professional Experience Module
SLCD Appointments & Events
✓ Type of Appointment
Resumes/Cover Letters – we can help from scratch or make a good resume great
Mock Interview – practice and learn strategies that increase confidence and effectiveness in an interview
Career Counseling/Coaching – career & major exploration, career assessment
Job or Internship Search – get coaching and advice on identifying and applying for jobs and internships
How to schedule on WolfLink
Drop-in 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM, M-F. No appointment necessary. Can schedule appointment with Peer Career Advisor on WolfLink to guarantee time
Make 30 or 60 minute Mock Interview appointment on WolfLink
Make 60-minute Career Counseling or Career Assessment appointment on WolfLink
Make a Job Search or Internship Advising appointment on WolfLink
SLCD SPRING 2021 TERM EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS
FOR FULL LISTING AND UPDATES, VISIT HANDSHAKE/WOLFLINK
All events are VIRTUAL and accessed on Handshake. Events in RED are WOU specific events
April
Thursday 1 6-2 Morgan Stanly’s Company & Operations Early Insights Program
Thursday 1 10-11 Olympians & Paralympians Business Development Program Info Session
Thursday 1 11-12 Peace Corps Office Hours: Chat with an Oregon Recruiter
Monday 5 9-3 WOU 2021 Education Career Fair
Monday 5 10-11 Goldman Sachs Risk 101
Tusday 6 4-5:30 Commercial Banking Innovation Development Program-Info Session 2
Wednesday 7 7-3 Asian Executive Network: Asian American Pacific Island Job Fair
Wednesday 7 10-11 Mayo Clinic Careers Webinar
Monday 19 4-5 Graduating During a Pandemic: Strategies & Tips Webinar
Tue-Fri 20-23 5am Commerical Banking Latinx Early Insight Program
Wednesday 21 11-12 ORISE Virtual Info Session-Featuring Program Spotlights on the USDA…
Tuesday 27 4-5 Transitions Group (3 Week Group) – Group for Seniors about to transition to Workforce
May
Tue-Wed 4-5 10-3 Mock Interviews
Wednesday 5 2:30 Getting a State Job Workshop
Schedule individual appointments on WolfLink, log-in through your portalIf you have a disability that may require some accommodation in order to participate in a Western Oregon University class or activity, please notify the Office of Disability Services at 503-838-8250 or ods@wou.edu at least 3 business days in advance.
WOU COMMUNITY INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (WOU CIP)
Internship Proposal Submission Site is NOW OPEN
2021-22 WOUCIP Internship Position Proposal - Google Forms
WOU CIP connects students to PAID internships opportunities ON-CAMPUS at NO COST to your department. Funding for up to 200 hours per internship (10hrs./week for 20 weeks). All internship experiences occur during Winter and Spring Terms (Jan.-June 2021).
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT PROPOSALS: Friday, April 16, 2021
SELECTED PROPOSALS ANNOUNCED: Friday, May 28, 2021
Student recruitment takes place during Fall term 2021
Proposal Review Criteria:
• Alignment with University Priorities enrollment, retention, and affordability
• Student Interest and Access
appeals to students and limited opportunities exist off-campus
• Upward Mobility
students develop professional skills, and grow their professional network
• Quality of Supervision
content expertise to guide projects and commitment to providing meaningful and ongoing feedback
• Learning Objectives and Activities specific and measurable objectives with clear job duties
Service Learning and Career Development oversees the intern applicant screening process, which includes applications and initial interviews with an SLCD staff member. Supervisors will then receive 2-3 candidates for final interviews and selection.
Questions? Email woucip@mail.wou.edu or call 503-838-8716.
