About Career and Student Employment Services

Career and Student Employment Services at Western Michigan University is here to support students to secure jobs. We assist students during any part of their job search process including career exploration, learning job search basics, getting an on-campus job or part-time job in the community, securing an internship, and finding full-time employment after graduation.

All WMU graduates actively engaged in a position they are satisfied with, related to their chosen career field, within three mons of their graduation.
— Career and Student Employment Services Vision

Career and Student Employment Services Themes

How we accomplish our mission and work towards our vision.

Experience-Driven Learning

Equip students with diverse, resume-worth experiences that build essential skills and career readiness.

Career Coaching

Guide students in articulating their experiences and strengths, and support them through the job search.

Community Connections

Cultivate robust partnerships with employers, community eorganizations, and alumni to create a network of opportunities for students.

Career and Student Employment Services Values

Equity

We provide each student, staff member, and partner with what they need to be successful, honoring their unique experiences, needs, and backgrounds.

Relationships

We cultivate genuine, respectful, and collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, and partners, fostering a community of trust and shared purpose.

Strengths

We celebrate and leverage the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives that each person brings.

Future Focused

We inspire students to achieve their long-term aspirations while embracing forward-thinking approaches, constantly evolving our services to stay at the forefront of career services.

Integrity

We act with honesty, transparency, and accountability to uphold our commitments.

Excellence

We relentlessly pursue the highest standards in all that we do, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.