Life Calling & Career provides a variety of free professional development services and resources for students and families on a variety of topics. These will help you prepare for and engage in your careers, and will leave you more confident and informed as you pursue your professional goals. We encourage you to start by scheduling an appointment with one of our career services professionals.
Use Handshake to Find Jobs/Internships and Make Appointments
Handshake is the Life Calling & Career office's online career services platform. Indiana Wesleyan University students can use it to search for jobs and internships, set up an appointment with a Life Calling & Career staff member and view upcoming job fairs and other events.
Indiana Wesleyan University students can visit Handshake to set up an account, upload a resume and advance their careers. Email lifecallingcareer@indwes.edu with any questions.
Jobs
Job Search
Whether looking for on-campus, summer, or full-time jobs, Indiana Wesleyan University students can rely on Employer Relations Coordinators to help find current openings that match students' interests and needs. The Life Calling & Career team walk students through the job search process, help students develop a LinkedIn profile and prepare students for interviews through resume development and practice interview sessions. Students who want assistance finding and applying for jobs can make an appointment on Handshake at indwes.joinhandshake.com.
On Campus Jobs
Indiana Wesleyan University students can build their resume and earn an income through an on-campus student job. Students can apply for available jobs on the Student Employment page and visit Life Calling & Career for assistance with their resume, interview preparation, or other job search assistance. Students can boost confidence and preparation as they apply for on-campus student jobs by making an appointment on Handshake at indwes.joinhandshake.com. All Students who work on campus are encouraged and eligible to participate in the professional development training called SET provided by Life Calling and Career.
Internships
Internships
Students looking for internships locally and nationwide can find help with their search by scheduling an appointment on Handshake at indwes.joinhandshake.com. Our Internship Coordinator helps students form a meaningful connection with organizations and businesses of all sizes. After an initial consultation, students can apply for internship options that meet their individual needs.
PAID Internship Program
Each semester, IWU students have the opportunity to apply for a paid internship at local businesses in Indiana. Interns are paid $11 per hour for up to 20 hours per week through a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment, Inc. Through this program, interns engage with one another to discuss how to apply knowledge from the classroom to their internships. These internships are offered during the spring, summer and fall. More information can be found at www.iwuacceleratein.com
Professional Services
Career Coaching
Unsure which career is a good fit for you? Our coaches are certified in a variety of assessments. At no charge, IWU students can complete the Strong Interest Inventory and meet one-on-one with a career coach to learn how the results could inform career decisions. The inventory aligns with the Occupational Information Network (O*Net), a nationally recognized database with hundreds of occupational options with information on job requirements, workplace values, salary information, and more.
Resume Help
Whether students create a resume for a job, internship or class assignment, the Life Calling & Career team is ready to help make that resume stand out. Students can schedule a one-on-one appointment for detailed resume editing and suggestions with a Career Development team member on Handshake at indwes.joinhandshake.com, or stop by the Career Kiosk across from Trader James in the Barnes Student Center for quick resume assistance during our drop-in hours on Monday - Thursday afternoons.
Grad School Preparation
Life Calling & Career helps students understand the graduate school application process from searching for schools to getting an acceptance letter. Students can schedule an appointment on Handshake at indwes.joinhandshake.com to tailor their resume or CV for their application, create their statement of purpose and participate in mock interviews to prepare for admissions day. Life Calling & Career hosts a Grad School Fair each fall for regional graduate programs to connect with Indiana Wesleyan University students interested in continuing their studies.
Professional Headshots
Students can obtain a free, high-quality professional headshot to use on their personal and professional materials at the Life Calling & Career office. Make an appointment on Handshake at indwes.joinhandshake.com.
Professional Development Course
Career Exploration and Personal Development (LFC 310) is a three-credit-hour course Life Calling & Career offers each spring semester. Geared toward sophomores, juniors, and seniors, the course prepares students for life after graduating from Indiana Wesleyan University. The course teaches students to follow their life calling, career goals, and values.
Networking
Career Fair
Indiana Wesleyan University hosts a Fall Career and Internship Fair each year where students network with employers, learn about job and internship opportunities, and win fun giveaways. IWU also partners with other Indiana universities to host off-campus career fairs in Indianapolis and Fort Wayne several times each year. Check for details on Handshake at indwes.joinhandshake.com.
Networking Opportunities
Life Calling & Career equips Indiana Wesleyan University students with the vital skill of networking through a variety of on-campus and off-campus opportunities. Employers are hosted at Life Calling & Career events that provide students networking opportunities and inform students of available jobs and internships. Employers recruit weekly at the Career Kiosk on campus. Life Calling & Career also facilitates off-campus networking opportunities for students through field trips and conferences.
Industry Field Trips
Indiana Wesleyan University believes that experiential learning is key to connecting passions and strengths with career paths. IWU faculty maintain industry relationships via regional field trips that offer students the opportunity to gain first-hand exposure to their respective industries. The Life Calling & Career office pursues relationships with employers and industry leaders to create positive connections between the classroom and the workplace.
Resources
Professional Development Resources
Life Calling & Career provides a variety of free professional development resources for students, alumni, employers, and community members on a variety of topics. These resources help students prepare for and engage in their careers. Students leave more confident and informed as they pursue their professional goals.
