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Welcome to a team that values your journey and is committed to your success.

WashU’s Center for Career Engagement is committed to supporting the unique experiences and success of our BIPOC students. We understand that many BIPOC students face additional obstacles when approaching processes related to exploring different careers, searching for internships/jobs and applying to advanced-degree programs. Our goal is to provide the guidance and resources you need to thrive.

As a member of the WashU community, you have access to an array of services designed to help you navigate your academic and career paths effectively:

  • Personalized Career Coaching and Planning: Tailored support to help you identify your strengths, explore career options, and plan your future. Make an Appointment with a Career Coach
  • Career Assessment: Career coaches offer in-depth assessments and discussion that can help you understand yourself and explore possibilities. Make an Appointment with a Career Coach or get started on your own with Focus2 Career Assessment.
  • Skills Training: Seek tools and training to enhance your career readiness, professionalism and skill set. Chat with a coach or create a learning plan using LinkedIn Learning. Click here to sign up for your free LinkedIn Learning account (only available to current students, faculty, and staff).
  • Networking Opportunities: Connections to a global community of leaders, recruiters, influencer networks, and WashU alumni. Check our events and view potential mentors in WashUCNX.

Explore our comprehensive Career Resources and Tools, join career communities for targeted support, and engage with our dedicated coaches to make the most of your WashU experience.

Local and On-Campus Resources

Black Alumni Council: Founded in 1983, the Black Alumni Council (BAC) seeks to unite Black alumni with each other and WashU. No matter where you are, you’re invited to get involved, network with alums, and assist WashU in recruiting African-American students. They offer many ​ways to participate.

Washington University Asian Alumni Network (WUAAN): The Washington University Asian Alumni Network aims to advance Asian and Asian American issues within the university community and foster connections among all of WashU’s Asian and Asian American alumni.

La Comunidad at WashU: La Comunidad is a diverse network of WashU community members that aims to promote the recruitment, retention, and advancement of Hispanic, Latinx, and Latin American students, faculty, and staff and support the academic, professional, and personal development of its members.

Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Metro St. Louis: The Hispanic Chamber is a local organization that supports the career development of Hispanic people in the St. Louis area.

Asian American Chamber of Commerce: Founded in 2011, the Asian American Chamber of Commerce (AACC) is an organization that exists to connect business leaders within the Greater St. Louis region as well as foster business opportunities across East, Southeast, and South Asia.

On-Campus Student Groups: Utilize WUGO to find a variety of student groups for BIPOC students. At the start of each semester, there is an on-campus student group fair that you can attend, too!

Interesting Reads

Best Internships for Diversity: Sign-in or “register now” for a free Vault account using your WashU email. Vault surveys thousands of current and former interns about their internship programs, asking them to assess their experiences on various factors. Recognizing the importance of a diverse and inclusive environment, Vault has devoted a section to interns’ ratings concerning diversity. The 2025 rankings are based on an Internship Survey conducted in the summer of 2024. Please note that this list does not include all industries, and you should meet with a coach to discuss your specific goals or concerns.

How to Tell If a Company Truly Values Diversity and Inclusion (or Is Just All Talk)

6 Ways Joining an Affinity Group Can Boost Your Career

Forbes – America’s Best Employers for Diversity

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Phone
314-935-5930
Email
careers@wustl.edu
Address

Danforth University Center Suite 110
1 Brookings Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63130

Center for Career Engagement Hours

Monday 9:00 am- 5:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am- 5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am- 5:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am- 5:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am- 5:00 pm