Welcome to the Career Planning and Placement Office at the Mike Ilitch School of Business, proudly accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Our office is dedicated to empowering students and alums with the tools, resources, and guidance needed to navigate the ever-evolving job market. We are committed to fostering strong connections between our students, alums, and the business community to create meaningful career opportunities.

We strive to prepare students for successful and impactful careers in the business world through personalized career coaching, industry partnerships, and a robust suite of career development programs. Our commitment to excellence is underscored by our AACSB accreditation, ensuring that we maintain the highest business education and career services standards. Whether seeking your first internship, exploring career paths, or aiming for career advancement, our team supports you every step.

You can schedule an appointment with our Career Counselors by logging into Handshake, clicking "Career Center" in the upper right-hand corner, and then "Appointments" on the next page. If you have quick 10- or 15-minute questions, we encourage you to meet with us during walk-in hours on Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Our office is open Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Students and alumni

Whether you just started at Wayne State University, are preparing to graduate, or have been in the workforce for several years, our office is here to help; access our services from your first day as a student and throughout your career. 

Employers

The Career Planning and Placement Office is here to assist you with engaging and hiring our students. We are happy to meet with your company one-on-one to discuss how we can make your recruiting plan successful. From coordinating recruiting events to posting job opportunities, we are happy to answer any questions you may have. If your company is interested in recruiting student and alums talent through the Mike Ilitch School of Business, please get in touch by filling out this interest form.

Wayne State partners with Handshake as our web-based recruiting platform. Post jobs and events and connect with students directly. The Handshake tab provides complete details on how to set up an account and use Handshake effectively.