Online Tools & Resources for 24/7 Support on Resumes and Mock Interviews
We are pleased to provide Washburn students free access to Big Interview. This online platform is available 24/7 and can assist with building a resume from scratch and practicing interview skills.
When you visit the Big Interview website, click on the "login" option in the upper right and use your WU single-sign-on credentials to login to your free account.
Big Interview combines training AND AI-based video practice to help improve your interview skills and build your confidence.
Features of the platform include:
- Virtual mock interviews for all experience levels, dozens of industries, and graduate school admissions
- A database of thousands of interview questions with tips on how to answer them
- A comprehensive video training curriculum covering all aspects of landing a job, negotiating a job offer and salary, and transitioning successfully to the workplace
- An interview Answer Builder for crafting answers to behavioral questions
- The resume feature will help you start from scratch to craft a tailored resume or use the scanning feature for AI-driven feedback* on your existing resume
- *Note - You can only use the scanning feature 5 times per day.
Resumes, Letters, Interviews, Job Search
- Resumes
- Cover Letters
- Other Job Search Letters (Thank You, Acceptance, Application Withdrawal)
- Interviewing
- Networking
- Salary Information/Research
- Manage Your Online Self During the Job Search
- Monster.com Career Advice (Resumes, interviews, other)
- CareerRookie
Employer Research
Glassdoor.com gives you a free look at company salaries, reviews, interview questions, and jobs at over 250,000 companies. Free access via the button at left.
Career Research
- Deciding on a Major or Career Path
- Career Interests Game from University of Missouri - Discover your Holland Interest Code and match to occupations
- Four-Year Career Development Plan - What to do while in college to be your Dream Employer's Dream Candidate
- Informational Interviews Handout
- O*NET - Career information, match skills and interests to hundreds of occupations
- Occupational Outlook Handbook - Occupational Info, Earnings, Job Outlook, and more
Community Research
- CityTownInfo.com - provides much information on towns and cities. Includes employment directory comparing occupations and salaries by metropolitan area.
- Sperling's Best Places - allows you to compare towns and cities side-by-side on numerous factors.
GET IN TOUCH WITH Career Services
Career Services
Morgan Hall, Room 105
1700 SW College Ave.
Topeka, KS 66621
Phone & Email
785.670.1450
career-services@washburn.edu
