Western Governors University is pleased to announce new and enhanced career services for students. Whether you are seeking a part-time job while attending WGU or full-time employment, career services is committed to assisting you reach your career goal.

Career Services offers tools and resources to help you with your job search needs, including determining what your next career steps are, developing a great resume, growing your network, and acing your interview. To access WGU Career Services and see a list of webinars go to: www.wgu.edu/careerservices.

In addition to the new site for students, Jessica Mitchell, WGU Career Services Specialist, is going to be holding career webinars covering all aspects of a strategic and successful job search.

Please contact Jessica Mitchell for career services at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Grab a cup of coffee or a soda and join WGU Career Services for these ½ hour workshops designed to help you succeed in your job search. Whether you are a new student or approaching graduation, now is the time to start developing the skills you will need to get ahead. Plan on joining Jessica Mitchell, WGU Career Services Specialist, for one or all of the following workshops:

Job Search Basics
April 7, 2010 10:00
10:30 am and 7:00 – 7:30 pm (MST)
Learn how to launch a successful job search in this introductory workshop. This workshop includes an overview of WGU career tools and resources that can help you design a career action plan and reach your job search goals.

Write a Winning Resume
April 14, 2010
10:00 - 10:30 am and 7:00 - 7:30 pm  (MST)
Are you sending out your resume but not getting called for the interview? Your resume might need some fine tuning to turn it into a powerful marketing tool. Don't miss this workshop! Learn the important "Do's and Don'ts" of resume writing and how to design a resume that showcases your unique competencies.

The Art of Networking
April 21, 2010
10:00 – 10:30 am and 7:00 – 7:30 pm (MST)
The job of your dreams may already exist in your network! Learn how to create the network you need to get the job you really want. This workshop will cover a broad range of networking techniques and strategies.

Strategic Interviewing
April 28, 2010
10:00 – 10:30 am and 7:00 – 7:30 pm (MST)
How do you convince an employer that you really are the best person for the job? Come learn the art and science of strategic interviewing. This workshop will provide tools and techniques to succeed at your interviews, including information on behavioral interviewing. A list of sample interview questions will be provided.

After attending this workshop, consider participating in a practice Interview to try out your new skills! Schedule a practice interview by emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Space is limited, so please RSVP to these workshops via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .