Parents & Family
March ’24 News
With just 7 weeks left in the semester, now is the perfect time for your student to intensify their job or internship hunt. Encourage them to utilize Handshake to uncover new prospects. For optimal results, it’s important for them to keep their profiles and career interests current and to set up saved searches.
Persistence is key in this journey – remind them that success comes to those who persevere. They should apply for positions as they come across them, not waiting until the last minute. The more applications they submit, the higher their chances of securing that ideal job or internship. And remember, most students find their roles within six months after graduation, so there’s no need to panic.
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College students
Please remind your students that it’s never too late to start or continue their job search, as many sectors hire closer to graduation, following a “just in time” approach. We’re here to support your seniors in this crucial phase. Encourage them to reach out and book a session with one of our career coaches to explore their options and refine their job search strategy.
School of Business students
As the semester comes to a close, it’s a crucial time for students to stay focused and push through. Much like a runner nearing the finish line, it’s in these final moments that the greatest achievements can be made. This is an excellent opportunity to motivate your students to persevere and stay engaged.
Here are a few strategies to consider:
- Encourage your students to actively seek opportunities through platforms like Handshake and LinkedIn, as well as other reputable sources.
- Urge them to reconnect with previous contacts and their career coach or initiate new conversations. Networking remains key to uncovering opportunities, opening doors to interviews, and standing out as a strong candidate.
- Suggest they explore various career paths, not just the ones they’ve previously considered. Being open to different opportunities can be a strategic move in their job search, leading them to their ideal position in the future.
- Remind them of the wealth of resources available at Wake Forest, including our career coaching team. The WFU Career Team is here to support your students, offering practical steps and guidance to help them reach their career goals.
Partner with us!
With the conclusion of the spring semester approaching, numerous WFU students are searching for employment and internships. Should your organization have any vacancies, please contact Dana Hutchens, the Director of Employer Relations, at hutchens@wfu.edu. Your collaboration is invaluable in assisting our students in finding meaningful opportunities.
What can you do as a parent?
Parents play a critical role in their child’s college experience and their decisions for the future. However, the world of work is quite different than 30, 20 or even 10 years ago. In order to give your student sound advice, it is essential for you to understand the environment, resources and opportunities available for your student. You can play an integral role as your student navigates through their time at Wake Forest and makes plans for their future.
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How can I guide my student through the college-to-career process?
You know the furniture assembly instructions that are impossible to follow especially when you have missing parts? Our Ready 7 process is not like that! We not only provide 7 achievable steps for students to follow, but also the tools and resources to complete them in order to be fully “career and life ready.” As a supporter of your student, we are providing you with a Ready 7 guide which includes language on how to help your scholar navigate the process.