WCU Center for Career and Professional Development

WCU Center for Career and Professional Development WCU's Center for Career and Professional Development offers support to both students and alumni Make an appointment or drop-in today!

Connects on and off-campus employers with student talent in order to prepare students and train them to become leaders in their field. We offer support in resume building, internship opportunities, graduate school prep, and more!

Fall events are here! Join DegreePlus workshops, connect with employers through Coffee Chats, and explore career opportu...
08/21/2026

Fall events are here! Join DegreePlus workshops, connect with employers through Coffee Chats, and explore career opportunities at upcoming Career Fairs.
Visit engage.wcu.edu for details!

08/20/2026

POV: You’re at the CCPD tent and the community keeps showing up 💜

08/19/2026

CCPD Part-Time Fair happening now in the UC Grandroom until 2pm!

⏰ Looking for a part-time job this semester?Stop by the Part-Time Job Fair TODAY and connect with campus departments and...
08/19/2026

⏰ Looking for a part-time job this semester?

Stop by the Part-Time Job Fair TODAY and connect with campus departments and local employers hiring WCU students. Whether you're looking for on-campus employment, a flexible schedule, or a way to gain experience while earning a paycheck, this is a great place to start.

📍 UC Grand Room
📅 August 19th 11am-2pm
🔗 More information: wcu.campuslabs.com/engage

Bring your questions, introduce yourself, and explore opportunities available this fall. See you there! 💜🐾



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Graphic promoting a Part-Time Job Fair. Large text reads “PART-TIME JOB FAIR” and “TODAY!” A photograph in the center shows students speaking with an employer representative at a recruitment table during a career fair. Additional text states that the event is in the UC Grand Room on August 19. A link at the bottom reads: “For more information visit wcu.campuslabs.com/engage.” The graphic has a dark purple background with geometric hexagon and dot patterns in WCU colors.

Ready to take the next step in your educational journey? DegreePlus Pathways helps connect your career goals with degree...
08/18/2026

Ready to take the next step in your educational journey?
DegreePlus Pathways helps connect your career goals with degree opportunities. Access it through jobcat.wcu.edu on your computer and start exploring today.

📚🍂 Happy First Day of Fall Classes, Catamounts!Whether you're stepping onto campus for the first time or returning for a...
08/17/2026

📚🍂 Happy First Day of Fall Classes, Catamounts!

Whether you're stepping onto campus for the first time or returning for another semester, we're excited to have you back. This semester is full of opportunities to explore career paths, build professional skills, connect with employers, and prepare for what's next.

The Center for Career and Professional Development is here to help with career coaching, resumes, internships, job searches, graduate school planning, and more.

Here's to a great start and a successful semester. 💜🐾



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Graphic with a dark purple background featuring contour-map style lines. Large white and gold text reads, "Happy First Day of Class! We've Missed You." In the lower right corner is WCU's Catamount mascot wearing a purple Western Carolina University uniform. The Western Carolina University Center for Career and Professional Development logo appears in the lower left corner. The graphic welcomes students back for the start of the fall semester.

CCPD is assisting in spreading the word:WCU's counseling center (located on the 2nd floor of Bird Building) is happy to ...
08/14/2026

CCPD is assisting in spreading the word:

WCU's counseling center (located on the 2nd floor of Bird Building) is happy to announce groups running this Fall! Groups run weekly once they get started and are a great way to have frequent support on campus. You can learn more about the groups being offered, when they start, and what day and times they are held. Please reach out to CAPS at 828-227-7469 to let them know if you plan to attend and to get scheduled for your first appointment.

08/12/2026

We are hiring a student position! Come work with the Career Center as our Social Media Assistant, where you will create and publish marketing and social media campaigns, assist with events, and gain experience for your resume! This is a non-work-study position (but if you qualify for work-study, you are welcome as well). Apply before September 3, 2026, at https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/34942 or via jobcat.wcu.edu (JobCat ID # 78366).

Social Media/Marketing and/or Graphic Design skills are a plus but not required. Must be a current WCU student who can be in person on the Cullowhee, NC campus.

⏰ One week to go!Looking for a part-time job this semester? Join us at the Part-Time Student Employment Fair and connect...
08/12/2026

⏰ One week to go!

Looking for a part-time job this semester? Join us at the Part-Time Student Employment Fair and connect with 30+ on-campus and off-campus employers hiring WCU students.

Looking for a campus job? Hoping to find flexible work around your class schedule? Come meet employers who are hiring WCU students right now.

📅 Wednesday, August 19
🕚 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
📍 University Center Grand Room (3rd Floor)

Come prepared to introduce yourself, learn about opportunities, and find a position that's right for you!



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Graphic promoting the WCU Part-Time Student Employment Fair. The design features purple and white colors with large text reading "Part-Time Student Employment Fair." Event details state: "Wednesday, August 19, 11 AM - 2 PM." A handshake icon appears beneath the word "Fair." The location is listed as "University Center Grand Room, 3rd floor." Western Carolina University branding appears in the lower right corner.

🎓 What is DegreePlus?A degree gets you started. DegreePlus helps you stand out.Through workshops and real-world experien...
08/10/2026

🎓 What is DegreePlus?

A degree gets you started. DegreePlus helps you stand out.

Through workshops and real-world experiences, DegreePlus helps WCU students build the professional skills employers want, including communication, problem-solving, workplace etiquette, and teamwork.

Level up your resume, strengthen your confidence, and prepare for success after graduation.

Learn more at degreeplus.wcu.edu



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Graphic titled "What is DegreePlus? at WCU" on a purple and light blue background. Text explains that DegreePlus helps students learn how to succeed in professional spaces through workshops and real-world experiences. Listed skills include problem-solving, communication, workplace behavior and etiquette, and working with colleagues and supervisors. A person wearing a DegreePlus shirt is pictured making a peace sign.

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DegreePlus logo displayed on a purple and light blue background. A speech bubble reads, "Level up your resume. Develop soft skills. Succeed in professional settings." Additional text states, "To learn more and get started visit degreeplus.wcu.edu today!" A graduating student wearing a cap and gown is holding a diploma folder.

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150 Reid Building 1 University Way
Cullowhee, NC
28723

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+18282277133

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