You and your career coach will develop an action plan which will support your job or internship search, including discussing your educational and professional history, future career goals, current concerns, and formulating recommendations for next steps. For Arts & Sciences students, appointments are available with Mary Katherine Newsome and are scheduled by emailing her at newsommk@wfu.edu or reserving a time on her booking site. Biomedical sciences students may schedule a meeting with Dr. Roper by emailing broper@wakehealth.edu.

Topics for Career Coaching

  • Identifying your strengths and talents
  • Clarifying your personal “brand” that you uniquely offer to a prospective employer
  • Refining and improving your resume, CV, statement of purpose or cover letter
  • Networking in your field and identifying professional development opportunities
  • Getting you ready for your upcoming interview
  • Building your online presence with LinkedIn or online portfolios
  • Assisting you in clarifying your career path and job search

About Your Career Coach