Employer Insights

Employer Insights

The Internship and Career Fair brings in top tier employers like Bain & Co, Google, Express Scripts, Anheuser-Busch Inbev and Peace Corps, just to name a few. We interviewed several of these employers to give you some perspective on what makes you inherently valuable as a WashU student, what skills and experience they are looking for, and why Career Center networking events like the Internship and Career Fair are great opportunities to get your foot in the door. Don’t believe us? Take it from them!

Employer Insights: What Makes a Student a Good Candidate? (DTN)

The Spring Internship and Career Fair will be here right after break! Here's a little advice from DTN on what makes a good candidate. Learn more and start prepping for the fair today: https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Tuesday, December 12, 2017

Employer Insights: Why Recruit at WashU (Abercrombie)

Employers love to recruit WashU students at our Internship and Career Fairs. Don't miss an opportunity to make a connection Tuesday, January 23, 2018, 3-7 p.m. Learn more and start prepping today!https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Wednesday, December 13, 2017

Employer Insights: What's the Biggest Mistake Students Make? (…

It's easy to be nervous talking to employers at the Internship and Career Fair, but remember the employers just want to have a conversation and get to know you. Calm those nerves by signing up for a prep session today! https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Thursday, December 14, 2017

Employer Insights: Why Recruit at WashU? (Capital One)

Don't underestimate how much employers value soft skills. Come into the Career Center or one of our prep sessions to help develop your talking points when you go to the Internship and Career Fair on Tuesday, January 23: https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Friday, December 15, 2017

Employer Insights: What's the biggest mistake students make at…

Employers talk to job candidates all the time, so don't think you can bluff them with an inflated version of yourself! Be genuine, it's best for YOU and THEM. If you're not sure how to do this, or have any other Career Fair questions for that matter, sign up for a prep session today! https://careercenter.wustl.edu/employers/calendar/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Monday, December 18, 2017

Employer Insights: Why attend the Career Fair? (Navy)

Where else would you get the chance to survey dozens of recruiters from different industries in one place? Even if you're not looking to get hired right out of the Career Fair, it's still a rare opportunity to practice interviewing, networking, and get a feel for what types of companies would be a good fit for you. Don't miss it! – Tuesday, January 23, 3-7 pm in the AC https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Tuesday, December 19, 2017

Employer Insights: What Makes a Student a Good Candidate? (Tea…

Take charge of your conversations with employers at the fair. They talk with numerous students throughout the day, so you're making them happy when you lead by A) Relieving them of the work to identify your interests and B) Standing out by expressing your unique, individual experience and interests. RSVP for our prep sessions today!: https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Wednesday, December 20, 2017

Employer Insights: Why Recruit at WashU? (PhysAssist Scribes)

Just another video of more companies who love to recruit at WashU! Remember, some of these companies have programs that will work with your school schedule. Do your research on companies who will be there on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 3-7 p.m.!https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Thursday, December 21, 2017

Employer Insights: What makes a student a good candidate? (Bain)

We cannot emphasize the value of authenticity enough! Make sure you know how to pitch your best, true self at the fair on Tuesday, January 23. Get more info and sign up for a prep session today!https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Friday, December 22, 2017

Employer Insights: What makes a student a good candidate (College Advising Corps)

The Internship and Career Fair is an excellent time to learn about different companies and industries, but if you're really aiming for a job or internship, it's best to know about the company and what they do before talking to them so you can make a more meaningful impression. Make an appointment with us or sign up for a prep session so you're ready come Jan. 23!

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Tuesday, December 26, 2017

Employer Insights: Why recruit at WashU? (3M)

Companies might love to recruit at WashU because it's their alma mater! Don't underestimate the inherent connection you may have with employers at the fair. Learn more and prep today! https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Wednesday, December 27, 2017

Employer Insights: What makes a student a good candidate? (Peace Corps)

Interested in the Peace Corps? Or perhaps a job that requires working internationally? Consider the value studying abroad brings to an employer. Prep for the Internship and Career Fair by scheduling an appointment with us or attending one of our prep sessions: https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Tuesday, January 2, 2018

Employer Insights: Why recruit at WashU? (3M)

Companies might love to recruit at WashU because it's their alma mater! Don't underestimate the inherent connection you may have with employers at the fair. Learn more and prep today! https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Wednesday, December 27, 2017

Employer Insights: What makes a student a good candidate? (Peace Corps)

Interested in the Peace Corps? Or perhaps a job that requires working internationally? Consider the value studying abroad brings to an employer. Prep for the Internship and Career Fair by scheduling an appointment with us or attending one of our prep sessions: https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Tuesday, January 2, 2018

Employer Insights: Why should students attend the career fair? (Bats)

"The students that really stand out and excel amongst the crowd, are the students that, as a freshman or a sophomore, made it a practice to come to the career fairs." Get more info and sign up for a prep session today! https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Wednesday, January 3, 2018

Employer Insights: What's the biggest mistake students make at the Career Fair? (Less Annoying CRM)

Quality over quantity! We know there are dozens of great employers at the Internship and Career Fair, but take your time to have a meaningful conversation wtih each one. Don't just jump to questions about employment! Get more info and prep today! Less Annoying CRMhttps://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Friday, January 5, 2018

Employer Insights: Why recruit at WashU? (World Resource Institute)

You may think your major is so niche that it doesn't get a lot of attention, but consider how much easier it is to connect with others who share that niche. Familiarize yourself with the companies at the fair and identify those you will have the best conversation with. The first prep session is Jan. 18, sign up today! https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Monday, January 8, 2018

Employer Insights: What makes a student a good candidate? (U.S. Department of State)

What makes a student a good candidate?"They care about the future of not only our country, but the rest of the world, and the kind of world we're going to leave to our children." The Internship and Career Fair is Tuesday, Jan. 23, 3-7 p.m. in the Athletic Complex!https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Tuesday, January 9, 2018

Employer Insights: What's the biggest mistake a student can make at the fair? (Abercrombie)

REMEMBER: The biggest mistake you can make at the Internship and Career Fair is simply not being yourself! Get more info and sign up for a prep session today! https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Wednesday, January 10, 2018

Employer Insights: Why recruit at WashU? (Anheuser)

Alumni are all over the Internship and Career Fair – all four of these Anheuser-Busch recruiters went to WashU! Jan. 23 is just a couple weeks away. Start prepping now: https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Thursday, January 11, 2018

Employer Insights: What's the biggest mistake a student can make at the fair? (Bain)

Internship & Career Fair preparation can be more specific than having several copies of your resume ready. Does your target company require a case interview process, handwriting code, or something else? If you don't know, you should find out, and if they do, start practicing!https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Friday, January 12, 2018

Employer Insights: Why should students attend the Career Fair? (Teach for America)

Cough Cough first-year students and sophomores Cough "It's never too early to start thinking about your options" Sign up for a prep session today! First one is this Thursday, 4-5 pm:https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Tuesday, January 16, 2018

Employer Insights: What makes a student a good candidate? (Garmin)

Don't just walk up to an employer and shove your resume in their face! Introduce yourself and start a conversation. 2018 Spring Internship and Career Fair, January 23, 3-7 pm, Athletic Complex:https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Wednesday, January 17, 2018

Employer Insights: What makes a student a good candidate? (Less Annoying CRM)

Employers can help you when they know what you want. Do you know?One more prep session left on Monday: https://wustl-csm.symplicity.com/students/index.php?mode=form&id=524319c1841bdc450abfb95f0bfac193&s=event&ss=wsInternational Students prep session is Monday as well: https://wustl-csm.symplicity.com/students/index.php?mode=form&id=551586c0104ea38c58475ee968cccfa8&s=event&ss=ws

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Friday, January 19, 2018

Employer Insights: Why Recruit at WashU (Abercrombie)

Employers love to recruit WashU students at our Internship and Career Fairs. Don't miss an opportunity to make a connection Tuesday, January 23, 2018, 3-7 p.m. Learn more and start prepping today!https://careercenter.wustl.edu/students/events/spring-career-fair/

Posted by WUSTL Career Center on Wednesday, December 13, 2017