The Carson Center brings a wealth of personal and professional development opportunities to students.

Workshops (Professional and Career Development)
Improve your skills in resumé writing, interviewing techniques, professional dress and etiquette, workplace motivation, and more. Check Workshop and Event page for dates.
*For extra credit information and reports, click here

Resume Critiques
Review helpful resumé tips and get constructive professional feedback to improve your resume, as well as learn about the importance of its function, format, and content. It's your "first impression," make it count.

Resumé samples: Sample 1 | Sample 2 | Sample 3 | Sample 4 | Waiter/Cashier Descriptions

Cover Letters
A cover letter is the perfect opportunity for you to express your interest in a job or an internship. It allows you to specifically highlight and clarify the experiences that you want employers to pay special attention to. This is the place you can brag about your accomplishments – so don’t be shy.
Cover letter tips
Cover letter outline

If you still have questions we suggest you to browse through these cover letter samples:
Internship 1 | Internship 2
Full-time employment 1 | Full-time employment 2 | Full-time employment 3

Thank You Letters
When searching for a job, a thank you letter following your interview can leave a positive impression with employers. It also helps to set you apart from other candidates. There are different avenues you can take to thank the employer who interviewed you. Take a glance at the following thank you letter tips to guide you on how to start drafting your thank you letter.

Thank you letter outline
Thank you letter samples: Sample 1 - Letter | Sample 2 - Email | Sample 3 - Card

Mock Interviews
Visiting executives, staff, and other students in the center will work with you in practice sessions to make these important face-to-face opportunities productive and rewarding for you. Videotaping is available upon request. These useful interview tips or telephone interview tips can help you prepare for your next interview.
*View the Mock Interview Schedule for Spring 2008 here

Internship/Job Search
The Center will help you to utilize your professional network, career websites, and job boards to discover opportunities that fit your career aspirations. Through the Office of Career Services you can register with CareerLink and get access to companies recruiting for internships and full-time positions.

Company Information
Using the Center's computers and library, you can learn about companies and career opportunities.

Employer Visits/Networking
You'll be able to network with recruiters and hear about their companies and employment opportunities. You will also get a chance to visit with executives, alumni, and career experts.

Career Library
The Center features a wide variety of job-related magazines, videos, company literature, and publications available for your use.

For additional career information and services visit WSU Office of Career Services.