Events and Career Fairs
Career Related Support
ENCS Industry Internship Program – Workshops with industry for Juniors and Seniors, career preparation activities. Visit the link for dates and details.
Career Action Center Events & Workshops
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.
Cybersecurity Intern, Tennmax, Vancouver, WA – TennMax America, is a Vancouver company that makes electronic components for the military. The position will assist with the GAP analysis for the new cyber security standards (CMMC 2.0). This is a part-time flexible position over the next three to four months. A great opportunity for a college student looking for some real-world experience, collaborating a Cyber Security consulting expert and upper management. Link with details and application information above.
UPDATE: CS Part-time IT Position with Core Health & Fitness, Vancouver, WA – This position is still available (3-20-25). See the position description for details. Pay is $25-30 per hour. If interested send resume and cover letter providing specifics: 1. what you want to get out of the role; 2. specific aspects of technology you want to learn; 3. how the role plays into future aspirations; 4. any specific technology and/or support experience you’ve had; 5. schedule availability. Send information and attachments to the hiring manager: jkienholz@corehandf.com
Job Opportunities (Sr/Grad)
Click on the Links for full position descriptions, requirements, contacts and/or application details.
QA Technician, Temporary – through Express Employment Professionals, Vancouver, WA This is a temp to hire opportunity, Pay: $22.00 per hour. Qualifications and details in the link above. If interested contact Megan Machadao, 360-883-3600 or megan.machado@expresspros.com
Manufacturing Engineer, Plastics NW, Vancouver, WA Entry level position working with production, tool and die companies. Because work is custom, the engineer will be involved in a variety of areas including new projects, transfer work, jigs and fixtures, customer interaction. Plastics NW is a small, custom plastic injection molding company. Learn more about Plastics NW. If interested reach out directly to David Holland, General Manager, david@plasticsnw.com.
Hardware Engineer at Signal Hound, Battleground, WA – This position specifies circuit design, working with FPGA design in Verilog, and embedded programming. See the position description for details and how to apply.
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
Northwest Public Power Association (NWPPA) Conferences student program for those interested in the public power sector. Women in Engineering conference in July, primarily held in eastern Washington locations.
Volunteer Opportunities with ENCS – Outreach and recruitment events for the School of Engineering and Computer Science. Contact encs.connections@wsu.edu if interested.