Events and Career Fairs
- Career Insights in Tech w/Redgate Software and the SIM Club – April 11. The SIM Club (MIS) is hosting a virtual workshop on April 11. The guest speaker is Kellyn Gorman from Redgate Software. All students are invited. Kellyn Gorman from Redgate Software will share unique career insights in tech, focusing on unconventional ways to get ahead and become indispensable. She’ll discuss strategies like “managing out” versus “managing up,” rethinking networking, and the importance of mentorship, allyship, and sponsorship. She’ll also highlight how small, consistent efforts can lead to big achievements, using her own journey as an “accidental technologist” as an example. Lastly, she’ll explore recurring patterns in technology, showing how recognizing these cycles can help make tech careers more resilient. – Register for the Zoom Link.
- TSMC Camas Career Trek – April 18. The Career Action Center is offering a career trek to TSMC in Camas on Friday, April 18th from 3 to 5 pm. Interested students need to register at the following link In Handshake: Handshake registration Link Description: Visit TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company) in Camas! This visit will give you insight into the cutting-edge semiconductor technology and manufacturing processes that drive global industries. Whether you’re interested in technology, engineering, or manufacturing, this is a great chance to see how one of the world’s leading semiconductor companies operates.
- Important Notes for TSMC Career Trek: Students must sign up in advance so that we can communicate to TSMC who will be attending. Please plan to meet directly at TSMC for the event – 5509 NW Parker St, Camas, WA 98607-8557 If you need a ride to the event, please contact the Career Action Center (bstahley@wsu.edu) as soon as possible to arrange transportation.
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
- Job Search with Success – April 1
- Job Offer, Now What? April 9
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.
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
Summer Camps at OMSI, Portland, OR – Full time positions as class instructors, assistants, site supervisors and coordinators. STEAM focused education. See flyer for application information and details.
Summer Internships, Multnomah County, Portland, OR – internships in a variety of areas including engineering, project management and information technology. multco.us/C2CApply
Job Opportunities (Sr/Grad)
Click on the Links for full position descriptions, requirements, contacts and/or application details.
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.
Engineering Positions – Legacy Automation, Hoquiam, WA. Actively recruiting for two positions. Use the link for full position descriptions and the contact for applying. Prefer individual contact so reach out with questions, or cover letter and resume. Mechanical Designer: member of Mechanical Engineering Group which manages design, manufacture, installation supervisions and service supervision of machinery. Electrical Control Systems Designer: member of Electrical Controls Group which manages the design and implementation of control systems for machinery.
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.
MESA Mentors Program – Computer Science and Electrical Engineering students assist in local middle and high school classrooms! Assist with coding and hardware for NEDC. Build your resume and inspire the next generation of engineers. Apply before Jan. 24, to participate late February through May. MESA Interest Form Link.