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.
Workshops and Resources
If you are unsure what to study at LWTech, the Career Choice Workshop (CCW) 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. Get started on the journey to your future career.
Spring 2022 Quarter
- March - June: CCW will be offered on the 1st Friday in April and May and on the 1st and 3rd Friday of June at 1 p.m. via Zoom.
- 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.
Spring Quarter CCW Sessions
All workshops are done via Zoom and may be accessed by clicking directly on the Zoom links below to join, or to register, contact us at (425) 793-8113 or job.placement@lwtech.edu.
Spring Virtual "Lunch & Learns"
Wednesdays at 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 25, 12 p.m. - How to Create the Best Resume Ever
- Wednesday, June 1, 12 p.m. - Salary Negotiation + Total Compensation Tips - You Can Do It!
Spring Virtual "Happy Hours"
Wednesdays at 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 25, 7 p.m. - How to Create the Best Resume Ever
- Wednesday, June 1, 7 p.m. - Salary Negotiation + Total Compensation Tips - You Can Do It!
Canvas Career Strategies - Job Search Tools for LWTech Students
Current LWTech students can access an amazing new Canvas course called Career Strategies - Job Search Tools. Students will be able to do the following:
- Take free career assessments
- Download resume templates by program
- Get interview tips including how to combat interview anxiety
- Learn salary negotiation strategies, and more!
To self enroll, visit
Online Job Board - Hire Lions
Sign into your LWTech student "Hire Lions powered by Handshake" account to explore jobs and internships opportunities from hundreds of local employers!
Students, Alumni, Employer Job Board Login
Hire Lions Help
All current LWTech students and alumni may access their Hire Lions powered by Handshake accounts by signing in with your LWTech credentials (LWTech student email and password) and set up your profile and preferences for job notifications.
All employers interested in creating a an LWTech "Hire Lions powered by Handshake" employer account, may contact us at job.placement@lwtech.edu to do so. New employers may also visit the Handshake employer page to create a new "Hire Lions" account.
Please note: Once you create your employer account, you will also need to select our school (LWTech) to connect with. Your account request will then be sent to us for review and approval of your business and any submitted job postings, in order to begin posting jobs for students and alumni.
For questions about Hire Lions accounts powered by Handshake, please contact the LWTech Employment Resource Center at job.placement@lwtech.edu.
Employment Resource Center Library
Check out a book at the Employment Resource Center Library in West Building on the 2nd floor at W201E (near cashier's office) 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
