Your Path. Our Support.
Want to feel confident about your future? The OPCD is here to guide you every step of the way.
- Build a Resume – Showcase your skills and achievements on one page.
- Craft a Cover Letter – Tell your story and why you’re the perfect fit.
- Find an Internship – Network, use Handshake, and leverage school resources.
- Land a Job – Polish your resume, practice interviews, and apply.
- Explore Grad School – Research programs, meet deadlines, and prepare.
- Interview Effectively – Learn strategies to tell your story well.
- Build your Network – tap into the Wake Forest alumni network and track your progress on this networking tracking sheet.
- Get Financial Assistance – Explore funding options for career activities.
We want to meet you!
Come say hi! Discover your path, explore majors and careers, and boost your job or grad school prospects.
- Drop-In
Drop by Reynolda 230 Mon-Thu 1:30-4:30 with quick questions. - Appointment
Need more help with your resume, job search, grad school, or more? - Wake Your Resume
Quick resume review? We have a workshop each week.
Career Course + Credit
Want to crush it after college? Check out OPCD’s College to Career courses! These 1.5-credit classes are packed with must-have career skills and pro tips. Each class covers different essentials like resume hacks, interview tricks, networking skills, and workplace do’s and don’ts. Get prepped to slay your transition from college to career!
Career Events
All Wake Forest University students are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Forté Virtual College Women’s Conference (Virtual)
January 17, 2025 12:00 pm (This FREE event is for college women who want to connect with leading company reps and grow their network. You don’t have to be a business major to attend!)
2025 Spring Government Careers Panel
January 21, 2025 5:00 pm (All WFU students interested in government careers are welcome to attend.)
January 22, 2025 12:00 pm (All WFU students are welcome)
Industry Panel: Careers in Technology (Virtual)
January 27, 2025 5:00 pm (All WFU students interested in technology careers are welcome to attend.)
Marketing Networking Event (Virtual)
February 5, 2025 3:30 pm (All WFU students interested in marketing are welcome)
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