Coming Soon: Handshake for Students!
Watch your email for a link to activate your free student account. Once activated, you’ll have access to Handshake for career resources, job postings, and more.
WVU Parkersburg Career Services helps students and alumni explore opportunities, prepare with confidence, and reach their professional goals.
Our team provides personalized career counseling, practical resources, and programs to help you define your career path, strengthen job-search skills, and succeed in the workforce. We support learners at every stage, from first-year students to graduating seniors and alumni.
Handshake
Your central hub for career connections at WVU Parkersburg
For Students and AlumniExplore internships, part-time roles, full-time jobs, and career events tailored to your goals. By creating a profile and uploading a resume, you can connect directly with employers actively seeking WVU Parkersburg talent. Handshake helps you build your career, find opportunities, and make meaningful professional connections.
For EmployersPost job opportunities, internships, and events, and engage with a diverse pool of skilled students and alumni. Handshake makes it easy to connect with motivated, career-ready candidates and strengthen your workforce pipeline
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Explore
Career Services helps undecided students identify their interests, explore career paths, and access valuable occupational information. This guidance empowers students to clarify their career goals and move confidently toward a fulfilling career.
Career CoachDiscover majors, in-demand careers, and education based on your interests!
US DOL One StopBrowse a video collection to learn about careers, industries, skills and abilities, or work options and education levels.
Prepare
Career Services helps students and alumni develop the skills needed for a successful job search. Our team assists with creating or updating resumes, cover letters, references, and other application materials. We also provide guidance on interviewing, networking, and other strategies to support career success.
Career CoachCareer Coach offers a tool to create a resume, helping you generate clear, effective bullet points that highlight your skills and accomplishments.
Resume TemplateThis downloadable, easy-to-use template helps you organize your experience, skills, and achievements clearly and professionally.
Cover Letter TemplateThis downloadable template guides you in crafting a clear, professional cover letter that showcases your qualifications.
Achieve
Career Services helps students and alumni build their careers by developing networking skills and a professional presence, connecting you to resources that support career growth.
LinkedInLinkedIn is the world’s largest professional networking platform, helping you connect with professionals and maintain meaningful relationships. It’s a powerful tool to expand your network, showcase your skills, and discover job opportunities in your field.