Many students in their last year of college or university may be anxious about not finding a job after graduation. Associate Director of Employer Relations at Western University Jeff Watson says it’s all about making the right connections. The Hire Western U Career Fair tomorrow is the perfect opportunity for students from all programs and faculties to network with potential employers. The fair attracts around 1500 Western students every year from over 200 programs in 12 different faculties. Watson says there’s 72 booming businesses on this year’s lineup recruiting Western Talent.
Western University has one of the best graduate employment rates in Canada. With over 94 percent of students finding a job within 2 years of graduation, Associate Director of Employer Relations Jeff Watson is confident Western students have what it takes to get hired– he says it just all comes down to networking.