Center for Career Development | Washington College

Sophomores attended a new program called SPARK this week, SOPHOMORE PROFESSIONAL AWARENESS & READINESS KICKSTART which supports the Sophomore experience at Washington College. Sophomores had an opportunity to attend a Sophomore Mixer on Monday and Career Development meetings later in …

Last week, the career center was delighted to host 7 first-year meetings where first-year students had an opportunity to learn about how to engage with our programs and career advisors. Students asked important questions and participated in some great career …

I started on LinkedIn during my first year at Washington College, after a Career Center appointment that nudged me in the direction of networking in order to succeed. But as far as social media goes, LinkedIn is more enigmatic and …

It’s common knowledge that practice makes progress, and the more you practice something, the better at it you’ll be. Even interviews can become less intimidating with practice – and mock interview week is a phenomenal opportunity to find your footing …

How has the Career Center helped you with the Grad School process?

“Applying to graduate school can seem like a very intimidating process, but with the help of Career Services I was able to break down each step in order …

At Washington College, Kevin was a member of the Student Athlete Mentors, Presidential Fellows and a Captain on the Men’s Basketball Team.

Why is networking such an important skill and what advice do you have for current students?

“Networking …

At Washington College Austin was a member of the Men’s Basketball team, Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, Black Student Union and Brown Advisory Board.

Why is networking so important and what advice do you have for current students?

“The importance of …

At Washington College Sarah worked in the Athletic Communications office, Public Safety department and was also a Resident Assistant.

What is Networking and what advice would you give to a current student?

“Networking is the action or the process of …

At Washington College Alex was a member of the Men’s Rowing team, a Presidential Fellow, George’s General (tour guide), and Peer Mentor Leader and is a member of Catholic Campus Ministry, Pi Lamba Theta, Omicron Delta Kappa, Phi Sigma Tau, and …

Destiny is currently a Senior majoring in Political Science with a minor in Public Health. 

Career Ambassador, President of Black Student Union 

“I understand politics as anything and everything dealing with life. I want to make sure that I …