Overview
The University of Washington Bothell provides a powerful ecosystem of resources that work together to help you build a comprehensive portfolio of skills and experiences.
The Office of Connected Learning (OCL) is your gateway to high-impact experience, providing access to a database of research and internships that can help you apply your accuired knowledge and even be able to earn scholarships and stipends! The OCL provides advisors so you don't have to navigate the database on your own, and they encourage Undocu students to schedule an appointment with them to find the right fit for you!
The Career Services, which acts as a personal coach, offers one-on-one advising, job-hunting skills, revisions of resumes, networking events, and much more! They also encourage Undocu students to schedule an appointment with them to help you find the best fir for you!
Finally, the Gather UWB serves as a hub for campus engagement. Here you can find clubs, workshops, and events that may enhance your skills and provide crucial networking opportunities with peers and professionals in your field!
Tips
We encourage that you schedule an appointment with the Office of Connected Learning (OCL) as soon as possible so they can help you find the best opportunities for you, and that you check in every quarter in case something opens up!
The Career Services is a great place to go if you are needing help polishing your resume or if you would like guidance on how to navigate through volunteering, internships, job searching, and/or networking as an Undocu student. They also assist alumni students (up to 3 years after graduation), so don't hesitate to reach out to them after you have graduated!
Gather uwb is a good place to start if being involved in research through the OCL or attending networking events with professionals through the Career Services sounds intimidating. Gather UWB is a platform where students promote their events, meaning that most of the people that you may connect with will be peers, which may provide a less intimidating experience to the networking world
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Career Services
The UWB Career Services office is a central resource for students to help them prepare for and secure jobs, interships, and graduate school opportunities. They provide a wide range of resouces and personalized support, empowering students at ever stage of their career journey.
Schedule: Mon-Thu from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm,
and Fri from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Schedule (Drop-In): Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Contact Info: (425) 352-3706, career@uw.edu
Location: UW1 Building, Room 103, UWB
Career Advising & Coaching
What is it?
The Career Services provides Career Advising & Coaching, which is one-on-one consultations where you can schedule appointments with a career coach to discuss topics including career exploration, job search strategies, interview preparation, and salary negotionation. The consultations are offered online and in-person, both of which can just be drop-in (for quick questions of about 10 min sessions)!
If I make an appointment, what can they help me with?
The Career Services helps current students and alumni (up to 3 years after graduation) on:
Exploring career services
Review application materials (e.g., cover letters, resumes, LinkedIn profiles, Handshake profiles)
Prep for graduate school applications (not including STEM or Health & Natural Sciences; For STEM and Health & Natural Sciences you can visit the Career Resources page or view our disseminated information on that page on the "___" drop-down section below)
Develop an internship and job search plan
Practice interviewing (mock interviews)
Discuss job offers and salary negotiation tips
Career Services Contact
Schedule: Mon-Thu from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm,
and Fri from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Schedule (Drop-In): Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Contact Info: (425) 352-3706, career@uw.edu
Location: UW1 Building, Room 103, UWB
How can I access it?
If you are a Student and would like to schedule an appointment (either in-person/online), follow the following prompts (appointments are with Career Coaches, not Peer Career Advisors):
Log into Navigate360
Click on the "Appointments" section on the left-hand menu
Click on "Schedule an Appointment"
For the type of appointment, select "Career Services"
Select the service type
Insert a preferred date
Click on "Find Available Time"
If you would like to meet in-person, select "In-Person" on the drop-down menu in the left-hand section under "How would you like to meet?"
If you would like to meet virtually, select "Video Chat" on the drop-down menu in the left-hand section under "How would you like to meet?"
Select from the available dates and times
Make sure your information is correct
Click "Schedule"
If you are an Undergraduate and would like to drop-in (in-person) to speak with a Peer Career Advisor about job searching strategies, cover letters, resumes, and other quick questions about careers (within a 10 min time-frame) you can do so by visiting the Career Center at the UW1 Building, Room 103, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.
If you are an Undergraduate and would like to drop-in (online) to speak with a Peer Career Advisor about job searching strategies, cover letters, resumes, and other quick questions about careers (within a 10 min time-frame) you can do so by click on this Zoom Link. They are available Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. A peer coach will assist you as soon as it is your turn, and students will be seen in the order they checked in via the Zoom waiting room. If you leave the waiting room, you will lose your place in line--wait times will be dependent on the number of students who are in the waiting room before you.
If you are a Graduate student (not including STEM or Health & Natural Sciences), you can schedule an appointment (virtually only) with Career Services by following the following prompts (Note: Graduate student appointments will be available mid-October):
Log into (or sign up for) Handshake through your UW email
If you are signing up, it will ask you a couple of questions on the topics that you are interested with regards to jobs (you can click on "not sure yet")
Afterwards it will ask you if you would like to follow peers and alumni (you can click on "maybe later")
Click on "Start Exploring"
Once you have successfully logged in, click on the "Career Center" section on the left-hand menu
Click on "Appointments"
Click on "Schedule a New Appointment"
Click on "UW Bothell - Master's/Graduate Student: Career Services Appointment"
Select an appointment type
Choose the date and time
If you are a STEM or Health & Natural Sciences Graduate student, you can view our disseminated information on how to schedule an appointment with a career advisor on the "___" drop-down section below.
If you are an Alumni, you can schedule an appointment (virtually only) with Career Services by following the following prompts:
Log into (or sign up for) Handshake through your UW email
If you are signing up, it will ask you a couple of questions on the topics that you are interested with regards to jobs (you can click on "not sure yet")
Afterwards it will ask you if you would like to follow peers and alumni (you can click on "maybe later")
Click on "Start Exploring"
Once you have successfully logged in, click on the "Career Center" section on the left-hand menu
Click on "Appointments"
Click on "Schedule a New Appointment"
Click on "UW Bothell - Alumni: Career Services Appointments"
Select an appointment type
Choose the date and time
Career Services Contact
Schedule: Mon-Thu from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm,
and Fri from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Schedule (Drop-In): Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Contact Info: (425) 352-3706, career@uw.edu
Location: UW1 Building, Room 103, UWB
What are the appointment type descriptions?
Here is a description of what you can expect based on the type of appointment:
Cover Letters/Resume Review
The Career Services is there to help you formulate and tailor your material to a specific job or internship!
If you are an enrolled student you can either enroll in this course and upload your materials in the "Assignments" tab (and recieve feedback within 3 business days)
You could also schedule an appointment through Navigate360 (for Undergraduates) / Handshake (for Graduates), and email the resume/cover letter (and job/internship description if applicable/available) to career@uw.edu (preferably right after you have scheduled the appointment)
LinkedIn/Handshake Profile Review
The Career Services can help you polish your profiles, start connecting with alumni and industry professionals, and get recommendations and endorsement. They link their LinkedIn Learning & Tips page (you can find our dissemination of this page on the "___" drop-down section below)
Job & Internship Search Strategies
The Career Services can help you improve your job & internship search strategies. They will ask you the type of job/internship that you are interested in and why. Make sure to be prepared to discuss your work history, academic major, and future career goals.
Mock Interviews
The Career Services can help you gear up for a job/internship interview, graduate school interview, or simply practice before an interviewing option comes along! They will assist you on thinking about the questions you might be asked, as well as the questions yoiu SHOULD ask.
Health and Natural Sciences/Pre-Health Appointments
The Career Services can help undergraduate, graduate, and alumni interested in Health Professions & Natural Science pathways! They offer Pre-Health Advising and professional health application support. They link their Pre-Health Advising page (you can find our dissemination of this page on the "___" drop-down section below)
If you are an enrolled undergrad student, schedule an appointment through Navigate360 and choose from the "Pre-Health" service types
For Graduate students, schedule an appointment through Handshake. You can find the Health Professions and Natural Sciences pathways appointments through "UW Bothell - Pre-Health..."
Non-STEM Graduate Student Career Coaching Appointments
The Career Services helps UW Bothell Graduate students to help them with their career exploration, application support, mock interviews, and many more! You can schedule an appointment with them through Handshake (appointments wont be available until mid-October).
Alumni Appointments
The Career Services helps UW Bothell Alumni students to help them with career exploration, application support, mock interviews, and many more! You can schedule an appointment with them through Handshake (appointments wont be available until mid-October).
What should I know before my appointment?
The Career Services wants their students to have some basic knowledge on the following topics, and to be prepared with questions, to ensure they can help you better develop your skills and knowledge:
Jobs & Internships page (you can find our dissemination of this page on the "Jobs & Internships" drop-down section below)
Cover Letters page (you can find our dissemination of this page on the "Cover Letters & Resumes" drop-down section below)
Graduate & Professional School page (you can find our dissemination of this page on the "___" drop-down section below)
UW Career Guide (you can find our dissemination of this guide on the "___" drop-down section below)
Videos page (you can find our dissemination of this page on the "___" drop-down section below)
Yoodli (you can find our dissemination of this resource on the "___" drop-down section below)
The Career Services would also like their students to be familiar with their appointment policies:
No Show Policy. If you arrive more than 15 min late (without notifying the Career Services in advanced) your appointment will be considered a "missed appointment" and you will be required to reschedule. After 3 consecutive missed appointments, your Navigate account will be blocked from making additional Career Services appointments until you email your Career Coach, schedule a meeting, show up for the appointment, and discuss the missed meetings. If you have any questions, email them at career@uw.edu
Cancellation Policy. If you need to cancel an appointment you can do so through the navigating system (Navigate360 or Handshake) at least 24hrs prior to the appointment. If you need to cancel within the 24hrs of the appointment call or email Career Services at (425) 352-3706 or career@uw.edu to cancel your appointment. Keep in mind that same-day cancelations may be subject to the No Show Policy at the discretion of the Career Services staff
Driving Policy. The Career Services team will not meet over Zoom with anyone who is driving. Please choose a time you are able to meet with them safely. If you are driving during your appointment, they will reschedule your appointment and it may be subject to the No Show Policy at the discretion of the Career Services staff
In-Person Mask Policy. Wearing masks became optional on the UW Bothell campus on March 28th, 2022. However, masks are still strongly recommended indoors, especially during the first two weeks of the quarters.
Sick Policy. The University requires that if you are sick with ANY illness, you must stay home, regardless of your vaccination status. In-person appointments can be shifted to an online modality to accomodate illness if needed.
Come Prepared Policy. The Career Services would like their students to have viewed the online resources and arrive to their appointments ready with questions, drafted resumes/cover letters, and job/internship application descriptions in order to make the most of your scheduled time
Career Services Contact
Schedule: Mon-Thu from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm,
and Fri from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Schedule (Drop-In): Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Contact Info: (425) 352-3706, career@uw.edu
Location: UW1 Building, Room 103, UWB
Cover Letters & Resumes
What is it?
We're busy building something awesome here. Check back in a bit to see what we've been up to! This section will focus on the Cover Letters page.
How can I get my cover letter/resume reviewed?
The Career Services can help you get your cover letter or resume reviewed virtually. If you are a currently enrolled student the Career Services can review your document by enrolling in this course where you can upload your materials in the "Assignments" tab. After you have uploaded your cover letter/resume you can expect to hear back from them within 3 business days (might take longer during Summer quarter). If you have trouble enrolling in the course don't hesitate to reach out to them via email at career@uw.edu (include your NetID and UW email), they will manually enroll you in the course.
Career Services Contact
Schedule: Mon-Thu from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm,
and Fri from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Schedule (Drop-In): Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Contact Info: (425) 352-3706, career@uw.edu
Location: UW1 Building, Room 103, UWB
Job Opportunities
What is it?
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The Career Services office also provides Job opportunities through the usage of Handshake (a free platform where students and alumni can find job and intership listings, where you can even find positions working remotely by using the keyword search for "virtual" or "remote," or on-campus employment employment as well),
Career Services Contact
Schedule: Mon-Thu from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm,
and Fri from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Schedule (Drop-In): Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Contact Info: (425) 352-3706, career@uw.edu
Location: UW1 Building, Room 103, UWB
Career Fair
What is it?
A masterpiece in the making. This page is still under construction.
Career Fairs (in-person and virtual fairs that give students a chance to connect directly with employers from various industries)
Career Services Contact
Schedule: Mon-Thu from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm,
and Fri from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Schedule (Drop-In): Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Contact Info: (425) 352-3706, career@uw.edu
Location: UW1 Building, Room 103, UWB
Virtual Fair
What is it?
Coming into focus: The content for this page will be unveiled shortly.
Career Fairs (in-person and virtual fairs that give students a chance to connect directly with employers from various industries)
Career Services Contact
Schedule: Mon-Thu from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm,
and Fri from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Schedule (Drop-In): Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Contact Info: (425) 352-3706, career@uw.edu
Location: UW1 Building, Room 103, UWB
Internships
What is it?
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Internships (including remote internships, micro-internships, for-credit internships, corporate and for-profit, and government and non-profit internships).
Career Services Contact
Schedule: Mon-Thu from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm,
and Fri from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Schedule (Drop-In): Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Contact Info: (425) 352-3706, career@uw.edu
Location: UW1 Building, Room 103, UWB
Resources for Diverse Students
What is it?
The Career Services has multiple pages dedicated to
How can I get my cover letter/resume reviewed?
The Career Services can help you get your cover letter or resume reviewed virtually. If you are a currently enrolled student the Career Services can review your document by enrolling in this course where you can upload your materials in the "Assignments" tab. After you have uploaded your cover letter/resume you can expect to hear back from them within 3 business days (might take longer during Summer quarter). If you have trouble enrolling in the course don't hesitate to reach out to them via email at career@uw.edu (include your NetID and UW email), they will manually enroll you in the course.
Career Services Contact
Schedule: Mon-Thu from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm,
and Fri from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Schedule (Drop-In): Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Contact Info: (425) 352-3706, career@uw.edu
Location: UW1 Building, Room 103, UWB
Office of Connected Learning (OCL)
The UWB OCL is the primary hub for connecting students with hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that bridge classroom knowledge with real-world application. The OCL also hosts a variety of workshops and events throughout the year designed to help students get most out of their academic and professional sourney. These events are highly practical and provide direct support that you can use immediately. Some examples of workshops and events that they host are the Application & Proposal Workshops, which focus on the practical skills needed to apply for opoortunities (e.g., sessions on how to write a strong abstract for research presentation, craft a personal statement for scholarship applications, or create a compelling resume). Another example are the Skill-Building Workshops, where they teach students specific skills that are valuable in research and professional settings (e.g., grant writing basics, research methodology, or data analysis). The OCL provides a wide variety of resources, so we encourage you to explore their page to find out about what else they have to offer!
Schedule (Regular Business Hours): Mon-Fri from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Contact Info: uwbocl@uw.edu
Location: Truly House, UWB (18140 110th Ave NE, Bothell, WA 98011)
Connected Huskies Opportunities Database
What is it?
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The OSR and the OCL manage a Connected Huskies Opportunities Database where students can find faculty members who are lookin for student researchers and collaborators for their projects. Many of these positions are paid research assistant roles. The database platform helps students find various experiential learning opportunities, including research, scholarships, study abroad, and community engagement (for more info on Community-Engaged Leaninr & Research, email them at uwbcelr@uw.edu). In most cases, students do not need prior background knowledge to participate in research, they just require students that are enthusiastic and eager to learn! Email them at uwbur@uw.edu for questions regarding Undergraduate Research.
OCL Contact
Schedule (Regular Business Hours): Mon-Fri from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Contact Info: uwbocl@uw.edu
Location: Truly House, UWB (18140 110th Ave NE, Bothell, WA 98011)
Student Cohorts
What is it?
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The OCL encourages students to join Student Cohorts which are selective programs that groups students together to provide a more intesive, focused, and collaborative learning experience, where students can develop their skills, connect with communities and peer support, obtian mentorship, participate on hands-on and project-based experiential learning, and by the end of the program have a completed project or body of work that can help you stand out in the job market or when applying to graduate school.
OCL Contact
Schedule (Regular Business Hours): Mon-Fri from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Contact Info: uwbocl@uw.edu
Location: Truly House, UWB (18140 110th Ave NE, Bothell, WA 98011)
Advising Services
What is it?
This page is like a mystery novel—it's still being written!
The OCL also provides advising services to help students navigate their options, find opportunities that align with their interests, and prepare their application materials. To schedule an appointment with them visit their Contact Us page.
OCL Contact
Schedule (Regular Business Hours): Mon-Fri from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Contact Info: uwbocl@uw.edu
Location: Truly House, UWB (18140 110th Ave NE, Bothell, WA 98011)
Student Academic Showcase
What is it?
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If you would like to present your research project the OCL hosts the Student Academic Showcase, which is a campus-wide event where students can present their research and creative projects to the community. Students must be sponsored by the project faculty member in order to be able to participate. To view previous events, take a look at the Student Academic Showcase page.
OCL Contact
Schedule (Regular Business Hours): Mon-Fri from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Contact Info: uwbocl@uw.edu
Location: Truly House, UWB (18140 110th Ave NE, Bothell, WA 98011)
Information Sessions
What is it?
This section is on vacation, but it will be back with additional content very soon!
They also host Information Sessions, which provide detailed information about specific programs, such as study abroad opportunities, or how to get involved in community-engaged projects. To view their calendar, take a look at their Events page.
OCL Contact
Schedule (Regular Business Hours): Mon-Fri from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Contact Info: uwbocl@uw.edu
Location: Truly House, UWB (18140 110th Ave NE, Bothell, WA 98011)
Networking Events
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They also often host Networking Events, where students can connect with faculty, alumni, and community partners through "meet and greet" sessions or forums where faculty members discuss their ongoing research and project needs.
OCL Contact
Schedule (Regular Business Hours): Mon-Fri from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Contact Info: uwbocl@uw.edu
Location: Truly House, UWB (18140 110th Ave NE, Bothell, WA 98011)
Gather UWB
UWB Gather is the official student engagement platform and it serves as a central hub for students to connect with campus life, allowing you to discover and join student clubs and organizations, find and register for campus events, and communicate with peer and registered clubs.
Unveiling soon: A brand new experience.