Career Development
Humanities Path to Career Path – Alumni Panel
March 2, 5:00pm, Shapiro Center for Writing
Join Wesleyan alumni to learn more about how academic backgrounds in the humanities can lead to professional opportunities. Panelists career trajectories will demonstrate the adaptability and flexibility of a liberal arts education.
More details and register to attend here.
Interested in Law (Info Session 2/16)
| Interested in learning more about careers in law or what it’s like to be a paralegal at a premier law firm specifically looking for Wesleyan students? Cravath, Swaine & Moore are hosting an Information Session this Thursday, February 16th at 4:00pm! Cravath has been known as one of the premier U.S. law firms for over two centuries. Their primary areas of practice include: corporate, litigation, tax, executive compensation and benefits and trusts and estates. Register on Handshake for the event and see details below: Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP Information Session Feb 16, 2023 • 4:00pm – 5:00pm EST |
Peace Corps Info Session (2/22)
“The Peace Corps is a service opportunity for motivated change makers to immerse themselves in a community abroad, working side by side with local leaders to tackle the most pressing challenges of our generation.”
A panel of alumni representing our diverse pool of current and former Peace Corps Volunteers will share their colorful stories and insights about being globally engaged beyond Wesleyan. Join us on Wednesday, February 22nd, 12.15 pm in the Fries Center for Global Studies Rm 201 (Global Commons) as we explore this historic and evolving program of friendship and collaboration across borders towards a better world.
Panelists are:
- Ameen Beydoun ’11
- Sofia Navarette Zur ‘19
- Andrea Weires ‘19
Register on handshake.
Interested in Consulting?
For students who think they may be interesting in consulting, there are two upcoming events to consider joining: a 10-week training program and the Roland Berger Case Competition.
Wesleyan McNair Program Application
The Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program (link) is a national program supporting underrepresented students as they work toward applying to graduate school. This program serves juniors and seniors, providing summer and academic year funding, mentorship and training, as well as a community of students of similar backgrounds who are all striving toward the same goals.
Students are eligible to apply to these programs during their sophomore year. Applications are due 3/10/23. To learn more, visit our website here.
Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship
The Voyager Scholarship was created by the Obamas and Brian Chesky, Airbnb Co-founder and CEO, to help shape such leaders. Even though they come from different backgrounds, both the President and Brian believe that exposure to new places and experiences generates understanding, empathy, and cooperation which equips the next generation to create meaningful change. Applications due 3/22/23 at 3pm Central Time.
To learn more, visit this link here.
WesLink
Explore career paths, gain first-hand insight into specific roles and industries, and build meaningful connections with Wesleyan alumni through WesLink.
WesLink (formerly WEShadow) pairs students and alumni for one-on-one, virtual career conversations during winter break. Learn about the backgrounds and careers of alumni volunteers by reviewing the WesLinkpostings on Handshake. Apply for up to 10 opportunities by submitting your approved resume to the relevant postings on Handshake by Sunday, November 27 at 11:59 pm. If you need help creating or developing a resume or applying for opportunities, schedule an appointment to meet with a Peer Career Advisor.
Don’t hesitate to reach out to careercenter@wesleyan.edu with any questions.
