Employment Resource Center
The Employment Resource Center (ERC) provides career planning and job search assistance to LWTech students and alumni. Whether you are exploring a new career path, trying to decide on the right educational program, looking for a part-time job or internship while you are in school, or graduating and ready to find your dream job, the ERC is here to help. Services include individual support, classroom presentations, workshops, employer events and online resources to LWTech students and graduates.
Contact us today for more information on ERC services or to schedule a one-on-one appointment with a Career Specialist, at (425) 739-8113 or job.placement@lwtech.edu.
Career Choice Workshop
The Career Choice Workshop will help you understand the career choice process, identify your career interests, explore resources related to various career paths, learn about trends in the labor market, and locate educational programs aligned with your career goals. Unsure what to study at LWTech, attend the Career Choice Workshop and get started on the journey to your future career.
- During the Summer 2021 quarter, Career Choice Workshop (CCW) will be offered once in July and once in August on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1 p.m. All workshops are offered virtually via Zoom.
- In Fall 2021, they will resume being offered on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at 1 p.m.
- If you are not able to attend one of the sessions listed below, please contact us at (425) 739-8113 or job.placement@lwtech.edu.
Select a session date below to sign up:
ERC Newsletters
Upcoming Virtual Workshops
All workshops take place at 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. and are done via Zoom. You may click directly on the Zoom links below to join, or to register, contact us at (425) 793-8113 or job.placement@lwtech.edu. Create Your Best Resume Ever
Join us for our "Lunch and Learn" Summer Series!
- July 14, 12 p.m. - Create Your Best Resume Ever
- July 28, 12 p.m. - Interview Like a Boss
- August 11, 12 p.m. - Salary Negotiation Tips
Online Job Board - Hire Lions
Attention: Students and Alumni Existing Hire Lions Users
Student and Alumni Job Board Coming Soon!
LWTech is currently transitioning to a new career platform called, "Hire Lions powered by Handshake". Previous "Hire Lions" student and almuni accounts from our former platform are no longer accessible. Watch for more information to come on your new account mid-August!
Attention: Existing Employer Hire Lions Users and New Employers
LWTech has transitioned to a new career platform called "Hire Lions powered by Handshake". If you had a previous "Hire Lions" account with us, you should have received an email invite from LWTech and Handshake inviting you to create a new account. All other employers interested in creating a new "Hire Lions powered by Handshake" employer account or for more information, please contact us at job.placement@lwtech.edu.
Hire Lions powered by Handshake for Employers
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Employment Resource Center Library
Check out a book at the Employment Resource Center Library in West Building, W207 to learn more about resumes, cover letters, job search, career exploration, and interviewing techniques.
Job Search Advice & Assistance
Available assistance through resources and individual appointments.
Job Fairs
On-campus job fairs, employer/student meet-and-greets and recruiting opportunities.
Career Planning
Career Planning assistance including the Career Choice workshop and individual appointments.
Student Success Workshops
Cover career planning and job search topics such as the Career Choice Workshop and WorkPlace 101 workshop series.
Student Lingo
Quick online talks about topics such as goal setting, money management, and study skills.
Student Success Series
Quick online talks about topics such as goal setting, money management, and study skills.
Additional Resources
- Information on job fairs, hiring events, employer information sessions and other employment-related events in our area.
- Assistance from community-based organizations that help you with job placement and training opportunities.
- Books and reference materials related to career exploration, job search, resumes, cover letters, interviewing and networking.
- Computer with Internet access, phone and FAX machine for use in your job search
