Office of Career and Professional Services / Wiley University

Office of Career and Professional Services

The Wiley University Office of Career and Professional Services helps students and alumni prepare for meaningful careers, gain professional experience, and confidently transition from the classroom to the workforce.

Through career coaching, professional development programs, experiential learning, employer partnerships, and employment resources, we empower students to recognize their strengths, explore career pathways, and pursue opportunities aligned with their goals, purpose, and calling.

Our Mission

The mission of the Wiley University Office of Career and Professional Services is to design collaborative and innovative programs, services, and resources focused on career and professional development. We educate and empower students to become thriving professionals in the global workforce and society.

Career and Professional Development Services

Our office provides students and alumni with resources and personalized support throughout every stage of their professional journey.

Services include:

• Résumé and cover letter assistance
• Interview preparation
• Career exploration and planning
• Job and internship search assistance
• Career fairs and networking opportunities
• Professional development workshops
• Individual career coaching
• Employer connections
• Experiential learning opportunities
• Graduate school preparation
• Handshake and employment resources

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment where students and alumni are empowered to bring their visions for career success to full fruition.

Our office also works with faculty, staff, alumni, employers, community partners, and professional organizations to create pathways to internships, experiential learning, graduate education, and full time employment.

Work to Learn and Earn Experience

More Than a Job. A Pathway to Purpose.

The Work to Learn and Earn Experience reimagines the traditional Federal Work Study program as a career connected leadership and professional development experience.

Students do more than report to an assigned campus position. They explore their strengths, identify professional interests, develop leadership and workplace skills, and gain meaningful experience connected to their academic and career goals.

Through guided training, mentorship, campus office experiences, and professional reflection, students learn how their daily work can connect to a larger sense of purpose, calling, and vocation.

What Students Can Expect

Participants begin with paid training focused on workplace expectations, professional communication, University systems, leadership, goal setting, and career readiness.

Students complete assessments and guided activities designed to help them identify their strengths, interests, professional goals, and preferred working environments.

Students have opportunities to learn about different campus offices, complete meaningful assignments, and speak with office leaders before entering a longer term placement.

Students and participating offices provide feedback and preferences. Placements are made based on student interests, strengths, career goals, office needs, and mutual fit.

Students complete meaningful work with clearly defined responsibilities and professional goals. Experiences may include supporting projects, leading assignments, collaborating across departments, and representing an office during campus initiatives.

Each participant works with a designated campus mentor who provides guidance, feedback, and support throughout the experience.

Weekly Career Development

Participants engage in continued professional development focused on topics such as:

• Calling, purpose, and vocation
• Workplace communication
• Professional presence
• Leadership development
• Goal setting
• Project ownership
• Giving and receiving feedback
• Résumé development
• LinkedIn preparation
• Interview skills
• Professional networking
• Career pathway exploration

Portfolio and Career Preparation

Students document their work, accomplishments, professional growth, and project outcomes throughout the year. These materials can be used to strengthen résumés, portfolios, job applications, and interview responses.

Reflection and Recognition

At the conclusion of the experience, students participate in professional reflection, portfolio development, career preparation, and opportunities to present what they have learned.

The Work to Learn and Earn Journey

Complete professional training and identify your strengths, interests, and career goals.

Learn about participating campus offices, workplace environments, and available professional experiences.

Share your placement preferences and connect with an office that aligns with your goals and abilities.

Complete meaningful assignments, receive mentorship, and participate in continued career and leadership development.

Document your accomplishments, strengthen your professional portfolio, and prepare for future internships, employment, or graduate school.

Who Can Participate?

The Work to Learn and Earn Experience is designed for eligible Wiley University students participating in the Federal Work Study program.

Placement opportunities may support students interested in areas such as:

• Academic and institutional research
• Athletics and recreation
• Campus life and student engagement
• Communications and marketing
• Compliance and policy
• Diversity and inclusion
• Leadership and administration
• Performing arts
• Strategic initiatives
• Student government
• University operations
• Wellness and student support

Opportunities are based on student eligibility, available placements, program requirements, and campus needs.

IBM SkillsBuild

Wiley University students can access IBM SkillsBuild learning opportunities designed to help them develop career ready skills, prepare for entry level technology roles, and earn eligible digital credentials.

Through IBM SkillsBuild, students can explore career focused learning, strengthen their professional profiles, and prepare for employment opportunities.

Because funding is limited and intended to support as many students as possible, students may complete a maximum of two SkillsBuild projects.

Explore IBM SkillsBuild

IBM Learning & Career Development Resources

Paid Micro Internships

Students can also explore paid Micro Internships through Parker Dewey. These short term professional projects allow students to apply their skills, build their résumés, explore career interests, and work with companies, startups, and nonprofit organizations.

To find available opportunities, create a free Parker Dewey account and enter SkillsBuild in the search bar.

New opportunities are posted regularly.

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Handshake

Handshake connects Wiley University students and alumni with employment opportunities, internships, career events, employers, and professional resources.

Create or update your Handshake profile to begin exploring available opportunities.

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Conduct Your Job Search

Explore employment websites and career platforms that can help you identify internships, part time positions, full time employment, and other professional opportunities.