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Your Path. Our Support.

We want you to feel confident about your future and are here to guide you every step of the way.

Whether you are looking to begin your career development journey or you are seeking support during an employment offer negotiation, the Career Services team, alongside campus partners at each school and college, is here to help you define and achieve professional success.

Schedule virtual and in-person appointments with your Career Development Specialist by logging into your Handshake account.

Appointment types include:

  • Major & Career Exploration
  • Document Reviews (Resume, Cover Letter, CV, and Personal Statement)
  • Internship/Job Search Assistance
  • Practice Interviews
  • Job Offers & Benefits
  • Graduate School Advising
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Additional Services and Resources

Student Employment

Looking to earn extra money, gain professional experience, and build your network while pursuing your degree? Student employment at WVU offers a variety of opportunities on and off campus—whether through Federal Work-Study, regular student positions, graduate assistantships, or other roles. These experiences help you develop skills that can transfer directly into your career goals.

✅ Benefits of Student Employment:

  • Earn income while studying
  • Gain hands-on professional experience
  • Build your resume and career network

Explore all your opportunities through your Handshake account. For questions or more information, visit our Student Resources page or email us at studentemployment@mail.wvu.edu.

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Career Fairs and Events– Meet employers and explore career paths.

Mountaineers Virtual Career Closet– Access professional attire for career fairs, interviews and other events.

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Discover online career tools to explore majors and careers, find experiential learning opportunities, prepare for interviews, and connect with jobs and professionals.

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Contact & Location

Phone
304-293-2221
Email
careerservices@mail.wvu.edu
Website
https://careerservices.wvu.edu/
Address

The Mountainlair
Room #133
1550 University Ave./P.O. Box 6008
Morgantown, WV 26506-6008

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Tuesday 8:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Wednesday 8:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Thursday 8:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Friday 8:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.

VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON 1:1 Appointments Available 

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