Career Services
One-On-One Career Services Appointments
Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) Career Services 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 Career Services team is here to help. Services include individual support, classroom presentations, workshops, employer events and online resources.
Click the button below to make a one-on-one appointment with a Career Services Coordinator!
Make a Career Services Appointment via Legend
Workshops and Resources
Career Choice Workshop (CCW)
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.
- The Career Choice Workshop (CCW) is offered on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month
at 10 a.m. via Zoom.
- Note: This workshop is currently only offered virtually and the registration cutoff date/time for each session is at 11:59 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the session and you can register by clicking on a session date below. Please sign up for a future session if you are attempting to sign up after the cutoff time.
- If you are not able to attend one of the sessions listed below, please contact us at (425) 739-8113 or Career.Services@LWTech.edu.
Workshop Registration
January 9, 2025, 10 a.m. January 23, 2025, 10 a.m.
February 2, 2025, 10 a.m. February 20, 2025, 10 a.m.
March 6, 2025, 10 a.m. March 20, 2025, 10 a.m.
Zoom Help
- Zoom can be used on a computer, tablet, or smartphone or you can call in.
- Zoom does not require registering for an account.
- Visit Zoom support for more information and help videos.
Upcoming Quarterly Workshops
All workshops are open to the public and and do not require registration.
Winter Quarter "Lunch & Learn" - In-Person Workshops
In-person "Lunch & Learn" workshops will be held in W206 on the following Wednesdays from 1:30p.m. - 2:30p.m.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 - 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - "Build Your Brand: Resumes, Cover Letters & More!”
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Looking for work has become truly competitive - savvy strategies for marketing yourself can make a huge difference! Join Career Services and learn how to design your resume and cover letters to better build your brand and stand out from the crowd.
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - "Interviewing 101"
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Master the art of interviews with Career Services! Discover best practices for preparation, effective follow-ups, and conquering common questions, including the notorious “Tell me about yourself.”
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 - 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - "Salary Negotiation"
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Fewer than 50% of new graduates negotiate salary at their first job, potentially losing out on thousands of dollars in compensation and/or benefits. Join Career Services to learn negotiation strategies to be both professional and prepared for this important conversation.
Register to attend any of the "Lunch & Learn" in-person workshops: REGISTER
Winter Quarter "Happy Hour" - Virtual Workshops
Virtual "Happy Hour" workshops will be on the following Wednesdays from 6p.m. - 7.p.m. via Zoom and can be accessed by clicking on the highlighted session title below.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 - 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - "Build Your Brand: Resumes, Cover Letters & More!”
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Looking for work has become truly competitive - savvy strategies for marketing yourself can make a huge difference! Join Career Services and learn how to design your resume and cover letters to better build your brand and stand out from the crowd.
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - "Interviewing 101"
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Master the art of interviews with Career Services! Discover best practices for preparation, effective follow-ups, and conquering common questions, including the notorious “Tell me about yourself.”
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 - 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - "Salary Negotiation"
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Fewer than 50% of new graduates negotiate salary at their first job, potentially losing out on thousands of dollars in compensation and/or benefits. Join Career Services to learn negotiation strategies to be both professional and prepared for this important conversation.
For more information on workshops, contact Career Services at (425) 739-8113 or Career.Services@LWTech.edu.
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:
Career Strategies - Job Search Tools Canvas Course
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.
Employers interested in creating a free "Hire Lions" powered by Handshake account, can visit: https://app.joinhandshake.com/employer_registrations/new to sign up for an account. After creating your employer account, you will be able to select "Lake Washington Institute of Technology" in the "school section" when posting jobs, paid internships, and employment events for LWTech students and alumni.
View LWTech's guidelines for employer job posting on our Employers Page.
For questions about "Hire Lions" powered by Handshake employer accounts, please contact LWTech Career Services at (425) 739-8113 or Career.Services@LWTech.edu.
Additional Resources
- Career Services Library
- Check out a book at the Career Services Library in W201E to learn more about resumes, cover letters, job search, career exploration, and interviewing techniques.
- Student Success Workshops
- Cover career planning and job search topics.
Career Services Office Information
Career Services Hours
| Hours | |
|---|---|
| Monday |
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Remote and On-Campus |
| Tuesday |
9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Remote and On-Campus |
| Wednesday |
9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Remote and On-Campus |
| Thursday |
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Remote and On-Campus |
| Friday |
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Remote and On-Campus |
| Saturday |
Closed |
| Sunday |
Closed |
Career Services Staff
