Employers
Interested in being part of an event on campus?
Taking part in events is a great way to network with and recruit WOU Students. Whether you are looking for education graduate students, political science majors, or nursing students, these reoccurring events have something to offer every recruiter/employer.
Before signing up for an event, make sure to complete your employer profile on Handshake. Don’t have one? Register now and follow our New User steps listed on the Employer Handshake page!
For more information on specific events, dates, times, and more, explore the Events tab on Handshake.
Career Fairs vs. Career Connects
Career Fairs
Our Career Fairs are designed to connect your organization with our talented students. These events are a chance to raise awareness of your organization on campus, meet potential candidates face-to-face, and to build a pipeline of potential employees for current and future hiring needs. Whether you’re looking to fill a specific position, or simply expand your presence in the campus community, our career fairs offer valuable opportunities to engage directly with the next generation of professionals.
Career Connects
A Career Connect is a smaller, more intimate networking event designed to give your organizaton dedicated time and space to engage directly with students. Unlike a large career fair, Career Connects offer a more structured setting where meaningful conversations can happen, making it easier to identify strong candidates, share what makes your organization unique, and build lasting relationships with students who are genuinely interested in your field. If you’re looking for a more focused recruiting experience, a Career Connect is an excellent way to connect with motivated talent in a setting that feels less like a job fair and more like a real conversation. These are engaging and fun events and are typically held at the end of the workday.
2026-27 Events
Fall Term (September – December)
- September 25: Interview Day
- October 26-30: Internship Week
- October 28: Fall Extranaganza Career Fair
- November 4: Humanities Career Connect
Winter Term (January – March)
- January 13: Law Careers Connect
- January 27: Government Services Career Fair
- February 5: Trail Blazers Career Fair
Spring Term (March – June)
- March 29: Health Professions Career Fair
- April 12: Education Career Fair
- May 11: Athlete Career Fair
- June 9: Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Career Fair
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