Career Resources

Career Fairs & Networking Events

  • NW Hydropower Workforce Event – Open to Students, Register now for Feb. 25, 2026 (Not a WSU event) For students interested in energy, engineering, environmental science, project management and related fields. – network and learn more about the hydropower industry. Register now to participate in this WaterPOWER Workforce event. Feb. 25, 2026 at the Hilton Vancouver. Free, including lunch. Registration and details  at:  https://www.nwhydro.org/events/wpw 

Career Related Support

ENCS Career Preparation Program – Workshops with industry for Juniors and Seniors, career preparation activities. Visit the link for dates and details.

Career Action Center Events & Workshops

  • 11/12 – Resume Cafe – resume review w/professionals
  • 11/13 – Career Trek to Zoom Info
  • 11/17 – Job and Internship Search with Success
  • 11/20 – Finding student friendly jobs

Career Exploration and Support – Career Action Center make an appointment, participate in VanCoug Journey, search resume tips, and more.

Handshake – University & Beyond Job Board and Career Events.

Internship Opportunities

Click on the Links for full position descriptions, requirements, contacts and/or application details.

Voiland Career Shift – subscription service with internship listings organized by major. All ENCS students are part of Voiland and can create an account. Go to the link to set up your account.

WorkSourceWA – for Washington specific internship opportunities.

Boeing Internships – Various locations. Boeing, Inc. has posted summer 2026 internship positions. Regional and nationwide locations, positions for EE, ME and CS. Fall application period open through October.



Job Opportunities (Sr/Grad)

Click on the Links for full position descriptions, requirements, contacts and/or application details.

Bonneville Power Administration, Vancouver and various locations, is advertising for positions in electrical and mechanical engineering, information technology, and more. See the link for details.

Additional Resources

Highlighting class & Capstone projects on resumes and in interviews

FE Exam preparation – The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam is generally your first step in the process to becoming a professional licensed engineer. Discount available on preparation materials purchased through PPI

O’Net Online offers information on a variety of occupations. Search specific positions for tasks, skills, activities and requirements related to the job

WSU Labor Market Insights – Academic Success & Career Center Students can explore which companies hire within their program of study.

Linked In – Using Linked In to Find Alumni Article on how to connect with organizations where you would like to work, and how to connect with alumni who graduated from your major.

ASME – infographic on career paths in mechanical engineering

Worksource Southwest offers support for qualifying job seekers including tuition support, clothes, training and more.

Job & Internship Search Resources – through the Voiland College of Engineering & Archtecture

Careers Blog – Topics such as interview tips, career planning, job hunt, building Handshake and LInkedIn profiles.

Volunteer & Other Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities with ENCS – Outreach and recruitment events for the School of Engineering and Computer Science. Contact encs.connections@wsu.edu if interested.

Student Employment and Work Study – Check Handshake regularly for opportunities. Go to wsu.joinhandshake.com and use the filters: On-campus, Vancouver Washington.