The spring lineup of career fairs and professional development opportunities are designed to connect alumni and students with top employers and sharpen their interview skills.
Students and alumni should attend fairs that align with their career interests.
Business Career and Internship Fair
Wednesday, Feb. 11 | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Mountainlair Ballrooms
Engaging Society: Careers in Community, Policy and Service
Thursday, Feb. 12 | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Mountainlair Ballrooms
STEM Career and Internship Fair
Wednesday, Feb. 25 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Student Rec Center
Free headshots
Free professional headshots will be offered to students at each Career Fair, providing an excellent opportunity for students to update their resumes and LinkedIn profiles.
Mountaineers Virtual Career Closet
Students in need of professional attire for career fairs or otherwise are encouraged to check out the Mountaineers Virtual Career Closet. Students may rent two professional outfits for 30 days, after which they can either return the clothes with a prepaid shipping label or purchase them at a discount. No laundry is required.
Mountaineers Virtual Career Closet boxes are available for $60. Financial assistance is available upon request.
Big Interview
Big Interview is a free online resource for students to help prepare them for each career fair. Big Interview is a comprehensive AI-powered platform that helps students improve their interview skills and build confidence through practical exercises and training.
Big Interview offers the following:
• Mock interview practice: Practice and record interviews using tools to help refine technique.
• Extensive curriculum: Access resources covering the entire job search and interview process.
• Feedback mechanism: Share practice interviews to get constructive feedback.
• Resume builder: Build a strong resume to impress employers.
Students can access Big Interview with their WVU credentials.
Appointments
As always, the Career Services team is here to help students prepare. From resume reviews to career exploration, we have it covered. Students can schedule an appointment today and make sure they’re ready for the fairs.