International Student Career Resources

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 international students. We understand that many international 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.

List of Career Resources

for International Students

Job Search in Singapore

Job Search in Singapore

Overview, Trends and Resources, by Di Lu

Learn from Corporate Relations Manager Asia, Di Lu, on what she gathered from her most recent trip to Singapore

Singapore as a Regional Hub

Despite its small land area …

By Brittney Meredith
Brittney Meredith Assistant Director, Career Development
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Hiring Trends and Labor Market Insights in China 2025

Recently WashU’s Employer Engagement team member in Shanghaii Di Lu, met with 3 recruiters in China from Loreal, Honor, and Trip.com to learn the latest hiring trends and labor market insights for 2025.

Here’s what we learned!

Hiring Trends

Hiring …

By Brittney Meredith
Brittney Meredith Assistant Director, Career Development
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LinkedIn Learning

Social Cues No One Teaches You

Taught by Madecraft
This course explores enhancing social interactions by addressing taboos, fostering empathy, adjusting expectations, and making meaningful connections. Nisha guides learners…

Nano Tips for Working Inclusively with Neurodivergent Employees with Ellie Middleton

Taught by Ellie Middleton
Welcome to our Nano Tips series, where LinkedIn Learning creators deliver impactful lessons in literally seconds. In this installment, explore…

Supporting Non-Native English Speakers at Work

Taught by Peter Novak
Do you want to become a better ally to your superpowered multilingual colleagues and learn to speak English more inclusively?…

Accessibility-First Design

Taught by David Luhr
Knowing the benefits of an accessibility-first approach enables you to build more useful, resilient, and inclusive products. In this course,…

Public Speaking for Non-Native English Speakers

Taught by Peter Novak
Speaking in public isn’t easy for most people, and if English isn’t your first or second language, it might be…

Overcoming DEI Leadership Challenges

Taught by Toni Howard Lowe
In recent years, organizations have faced an unprecedented amount of pressure to deliver against DEI strategy, which has caused an…

Develop, Grow, Launch, and Support Your ERG

Taught by Dereca Blackmon
Diversity and inclusion initiatives are on the rise in organizations around the globe. But now that programs and plans are…

HR Roles in the Modern Workplace

Taught by Shweta Mogha
As more and more organizations start placing greater importance on diversity, equity, and inclusion, HR leaders are tasked with redefining…

Accessibility for Managers and Non-Designers

Taught by David Karlins
Creating accessible products requires an informed and sweeping mindset that thinks across the entire digital product workflow and lifecycle. In…

Communicating about Culturally Sensitive Issues

Taught by Kwame Christian
Learning how to communicate with each other despite our differences is an important skill to have in both your professional…

Creating Diverse Slates and Retaining Diverse Talent

Taught by Christie Lindor
Creating a diverse workforce is an investment in the future. Broadening your workforce’s representation can enhance your company’s culture, increase…

Supporting Accessibility in a Hybrid Workplace

Taught by Jessica Williams
As organizations begin to offer more worksite flexibility, the need for accessible, inclusive technology has increased at a rapid rate.…

Creating Community within Your Employee Resource Group

Taught by Farzana Nayani
Employee resource groups—more commonly known as ERGs—have become an integral part of how organizations address employees’ needs and drive long-term…

Making the Case for Diversity and Inclusion

Taught by Dereca Blackmon
While there have been significant strides forward in diversity and inclusion initiatives in recent years, many feel that progress is…

Sustainable DEI: Taking Action as an Individual, Team, and Organization

Taught by Karen Jaw-Madson
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts often get started with enthusiasm and speed, but many may stall or fail along…

Customer Service: How to Deliver Support Across Languages

Taught by Myra Golden
Build your confidence in delivering support to global customers. In this course, customer service expert Myra Golden outlines how to…

Tracking, Measuring, and Reporting Your DEI Efforts

Taught by Dr. Shirley Davis
So, you’re ramping up your DEI strategy—but you’re not sure how to measure its success along the way? In this…

WordPress: Accessibility

Taught by Joe Dolson
WordPress has undergone a variety of major changes in recent years, including new features that help you build accessible websites.…

The Spectrum of Gender Identity in the Workplace

Taught by Cory Wade
Understanding the complexities of gender can help in efforts to foster a more inclusive work environment. How is gender defined?…

Understanding Intersectionality

Taught by Cory Wade
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are an important part of a healthy work environment. But DEI values only scratch…

Contact & Location

Phone
314-935-5930
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