WIU Center for Career Preparation & Employer Engagement

05/02/2026

ATTENTION LEATHERNECKS!!! Excellent opportunity to build your resume.

Western Illinois University Communications & Marketing is now hiring for the 2026-27 academic year. We are seeking motivated students interested in marketing, public relations, social media, and communications.

✨ Graduate Assistantship:
Gain hands-on professional experience in writing, media relations, social media strategy, campaign development, and more. Paid position with potential tuition waiver.
ℹ https://go.wiu.edu/GraduateAssistantshipInformation
📩 Apply by emailing: [email protected]

✨ Student Content Creator–
Create engaging social media content, cover campus events, and help showcase the WIU experience. Paid position.
ℹ https://go.wiu.edu/StudentContentCreatorInformation
🔗 Apply here: https://go.wiu.edu/ApplyHere

These roles offer hands-on experience, portfolio development, and the opportunity to collaborate on real marketing and communications campaigns.

⏳ Deadline: May 8

04/30/2026

Seniors, as you prep for finals week, don’t forget one of your final to-dos before graduation: Complete the FDS Graduation Survey and make your voice count! 🎓💜💛
Finish strong Leathernecks!!

http://www.tinyurl.com/wiugradsurvey26

04/24/2026

Ready to level up your summer?☀️💼

Looking for a summer internship, but not sure where to start?! The career center has your back! From résumé help to interview prep, they’ll get you ready to land that opportunity.

Don’t wait-schedule your appointment on Handshake today!

04/22/2026

Job opportunity!

We’re hiring.

The Illinois Conservation Foundation is looking for a Director of Development & Communications to help grow support for conservation across Illinois.

This role is part fundraising, part storytelling, and part making sure the work happening in our state parks and programs gets the support it deserves.

If you’re someone who can write, build relationships, and move projects forward, we’d love to hear from you.

Details and application : https://www.indeed.com/job/director-development-and-communications-1a3d90390e947c8a

04/22/2026

ATTENTION ALL LEATHERNECKS! Don’t miss this outstanding opportunity to hear Rev. Dwight Ford speak tonight, Wed April 22nd!

WIU is pleased to welcome Rev. Dwight L. Ford, president and CEO of Project NOW, as the keynote speaker of WIU's Uplifting Community Health Month 2026.
Read more: https://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21263

04/22/2026

Great networking opportunity, Leathernecks!

The PsiQuantum visits WIU on Friday April 24, 2025 at 2PM in Sandburg Theatre.

Please RSVP here if you'd like to attend: bit.ly/PsiQuantumAtWIU

03/27/2026

Great opportunity!

WIU-Quad Cities will host Career Conversations 2026, a free virtual event hosted by the Iowa Museum Association and sponsored by the WIU Museum Studies Graduate Program. The event starts at 6-7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 9, over Zoom.
Read more: https://www.wiu.edu/news/newsrelease.php?release_id=21215

03/26/2026

The Career Center is Hiring! 3 GA positions open. Looking to begin graduate school? NOW IS THE TIME! Free tuition + a monthly paycheck all in a supportive environment! APPLY NOW!!

03/02/2026

TOMORROW IS THE DAY!

The WIU Career Fair is your chance to connect with employers, explore internships, and full-time opportunities and to take the next steps toward your career goals! See you there, Leathernecks 💜💛

02/25/2026

Excellent Opportunities, Leathernecks!

The deadline to apply for 2026-2027 scholarships is rapidly approaching. Don't miss your chance to be considered for our departmental scholarships!

Go to the university's scholarship portal and complete your application materials today!

Deadline is March 1.

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