{"id":554,"date":"2025-01-04T00:47:05","date_gmt":"2025-01-04T00:47:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter-s\/?page_id=554"},"modified":"2025-07-23T17:24:50","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T17:24:50","slug":"experience","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/experience\/","title":{"rendered":"Gain Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":433,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-554","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":{"background_image_type":"custom","background":{"ID":78,"id":78,"title":"2023-10-14 Preview Day -19","filename":"2023-10-14-Preview-Day-19.jpg","filesize":3620658,"url":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2023-10-14-Preview-Day-19.jpg","link":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/experience\/2023-10-14-preview-day-19\/","alt":"","author":"433","description":"","caption":"","name":"2023-10-14-preview-day-19","status":"inherit","uploaded_to":554,"date":"2024-12-16 18:44:32","modified":"2025-01-04 00:18:22","menu_order":0,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg","type":"image","subtype":"jpeg","icon":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-includes\/images\/media\/default.png","width":2400,"height":1601,"sizes":{"thumbnail":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2023-10-14-Preview-Day-19-150x150.jpg","thumbnail-width":150,"thumbnail-height":150,"medium":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2023-10-14-Preview-Day-19-300x200.jpg","medium-width":300,"medium-height":200,"medium_large":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2023-10-14-Preview-Day-19-768x512.jpg","medium_large-width":768,"medium_large-height":512,"large":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2023-10-14-Preview-Day-19-1024x683.jpg","large-width":1024,"large-height":683,"1536x1536":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2023-10-14-Preview-Day-19-1536x1025.jpg","1536x1536-width":1536,"1536x1536-height":1025,"2048x2048":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2023-10-14-Preview-Day-19-2048x1366.jpg","2048x2048-width":2048,"2048x2048-height":1366,"gform-image-choice-sm":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2023-10-14-Preview-Day-19.jpg","gform-image-choice-sm-width":300,"gform-image-choice-sm-height":200,"gform-image-choice-md":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2023-10-14-Preview-Day-19.jpg","gform-image-choice-md-width":400,"gform-image-choice-md-height":267,"gform-image-choice-lg":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2023-10-14-Preview-Day-19.jpg","gform-image-choice-lg-width":600,"gform-image-choice-lg-height":400}},"background_vertical_alignment":"center","text_style":"allcaps","readability_aid":"overlay","title":"Gain","bold_title":"Experience","content":"","component_options_toggle":false,"component_options":{"component_options_toggle":false,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"","identifier":"","navigable":false}},"primary_content_copy":"<h3><strong>Gain Experience While in College<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>College is the perfect time to explore new opportunities, build your skills, and prepare for your future career. Whether you want to earn extra income, make professional connections, or discover your passions, there are countless ways to gain valuable experience during your time at EWU.<\/p>\n<p>From internships and research projects to on-campus jobs and student organizations, these opportunities allow you to apply what you are learning in the classroom, meet new people, and grow personally and professionally.<\/p>\n<p>Take time to explore the many opportunities available to you and find experiences that align with your goals and interests. No matter where you are on your journey, there is a path for you to gain skills, make an impact, and shape your future.<\/p>\n<p>Not sure where to start? <a href=\"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/appointment\/\">Make an Appointment<\/a>!<\/p>\n","blocks":[{"acf_fc_layout":"copy-with-image","layout":"half-image","show_left":false,"module_background_color":"white","title":"Become Career Ready","copy":"<p>Becoming career ready involves more than just earning a degree \u2013 it\u2019s about gaining hands-on experience, developing essential skills, and building a professional network.<\/p>\n<p>There are many opportunities that will allow you to grow and develop your professional skills such as internships, part-time jobs, volunteer work, and more. 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On-campus jobs often offer flexible hours that fit your class schedule, allowing you to prioritize your education while gaining valuable work experience.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to Find Campus Jobs<\/strong><br \/>\nFinding a campus job is easy with tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/resources\/#handshake\">Handshake<\/a>. These platforms list a variety of positions, from administrative roles to jobs in campus facilities or libraries. 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They allow you to explore your career interests, build professional networks, and enhance your resume with hands-on work. Employers often look for internship experience, making it a key step in career preparation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Resources to Find Internships<\/strong><br \/>\nEWU students can use platforms like Handshake, LinkedIn, and professional association job boards to find internships. Attend career fairs, connect with professors, and explore department-specific resources for targeted opportunities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tips for Applying<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>When applying for internships, tailor your <a href=\"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/resume\/\">resume <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/cover-letter\/\">cover letter<\/a> to each position.<\/li>\n<li>Highlight relevant coursework, projects, or experiences.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/interviewing\/\">Prepare for interviews<\/a> by researching the organization and practicing your responses to common questions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/internships\/\">Internship Guide<\/a><\/p>\n","image":{"ID":374,"id":374,"title":"2024-2-28 Career Fair-6","filename":"2024-2-28-Career-Fair-6.jpg","filesize":2061265,"url":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2024-2-28-Career-Fair-6.jpg","link":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/acf-career-fair-volunteers\/2024-2-28-career-fair-6\/","alt":"","author":"433","description":"","caption":"","name":"2024-2-28-career-fair-6","status":"inherit","uploaded_to":368,"date":"2024-12-30 21:03:46","modified":"2024-12-30 21:03:46","menu_order":0,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg","type":"image","subtype":"jpeg","icon":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-includes\/images\/media\/default.png","width":2400,"height":1601,"sizes":{"thumbnail":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2024-2-28-Career-Fair-6-150x150.jpg","thumbnail-width":150,"thumbnail-height":150,"medium":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2024-2-28-Career-Fair-6-300x200.jpg","medium-width":300,"medium-height":200,"medium_large":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2024-2-28-Career-Fair-6-768x512.jpg","medium_large-width":768,"medium_large-height":512,"large":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2024-2-28-Career-Fair-6-1024x683.jpg","large-width":1024,"large-height":683,"1536x1536":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2024-2-28-Career-Fair-6-1536x1025.jpg","1536x1536-width":1536,"1536x1536-height":1025,"2048x2048":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2024-2-28-Career-Fair-6-2048x1366.jpg","2048x2048-width":2048,"2048x2048-height":1366,"gform-image-choice-sm":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2024-2-28-Career-Fair-6.jpg","gform-image-choice-sm-width":300,"gform-image-choice-sm-height":200,"gform-image-choice-md":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2024-2-28-Career-Fair-6.jpg","gform-image-choice-md-width":400,"gform-image-choice-md-height":267,"gform-image-choice-lg":"https:\/\/test-www.ewu.edu\/careercenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2024\/12\/2024-2-28-Career-Fair-6.jpg","gform-image-choice-lg-width":600,"gform-image-choice-lg-height":400}},"youtube_video_id":"","video_orientation":"horizontal","image_alt":"","secondary_image":"","background_vertical_alignment":"center","background_horizontal_alignment":"center","background_crop":"chevron","component_options_toggle":true,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"Internships","identifier":"internships","navigable":true}},{"acf_fc_layout":"copy-with-image","layout":"half-image","show_left":true,"module_background_color":"white","title":"Volunteer Opportunities","copy":"<p><strong>Importance of Community Engagement<\/strong><br \/>\nVolunteering not only benefits your community but also allows you to develop new skills, gain work experience, and build meaningful connections. Community engagement demonstrates your commitment to making a positive impact, which is valued by future employers and graduate programs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Local and On-Campus Volunteer Programs<\/strong><br \/>\nExplore local nonprofits, campus-led service projects, and <a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/student-engagement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">student organizations<\/a> to find volunteer opportunities. 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