WMU College of Aviation

WMU offers many services to help students with career counseling. Assistance is available to current College of Aviation students and alumni.

Career Advising

At WMU, we are fortunate to have an entire department, called the Career Network, to assist in the areas of career development. The Career Network offers drop in advising several places on campus, including Schneider and Ellsworth Halls, and offers advising by appointment, as well. For the drop in career advising schedule, please go to Career Advising Services. There, contact information can be found for scheduling appointments.

The Career Network creates a Career Search Manual each academic year. In this document, you will find many examples of resumes, cover letters, reference page samples, interviewing tips, and other helpful career topics. This useful tool can be found at the above website.

Also Available

Captain Dave Powell, Dean; and Steve Jones, Interim Associate Dean, are available by appointment only. Please contact Tracey Henry with your availability to set up an appointment.

Bronco Jobs

Bronco Jobs offers career exploration resources, workshops on resume writing, practice interviews, new jobs and internships, and more. This website helps Western students and alumni find great jobs, internships, and other career opportunities, and contains free information on resumes, cover letters, and interviewing tips. When the College of Aviation receives internship openings, we'll post them on our internship page.

What is the aviation industry?

Aviation is part of the larger Transportation Industry, transporting people, cargo, mail, etc. by air.

The overall goal of the Aviation Industry is the transportation of people and cargo in a safe, comfortable, and economical manner. This goal is achieved through the cooperation of many different types of organizations. Regulatory and Government Agencies, Aircraft Manufacturers and suppliers, Weather Services, Air Traffic Control, Airlines and other operators, all contribute to the transportation system in the Aviation Industry.

What are the advantages of a degree?

A degree from Western Michigan University's College of Aviation, regardless of which major you choose, can lead to a variety of interesting careers. From manufacturing jobs to government and military work you are never limited by your major to a single employment choice. Equipped with a bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University you are eligible for many entry-level positions within the Aviation Industry.

Maximize your employment potential!

This is a good time to be in school and broadening your horizons. You can increase your chances of being hired and promoted by continuing your education. While in school, obtain more ratings or cross train by getting both a pilots's license and a mechanic's license. All of what you learn can be applied to any job within this industry.

Know how to market yourself!

At the College of Aviation you are getting an education in addition to becoming a highly skilled and licensed pilot or technician. You know how to learn, research, solve problems, make decisions and communicate. You are experienced with computers and technology. In all of our aviation degree programs, you learn everything from aerodynamics to how the transportation industry functions. Our management options provide you with business skills like planning and accounting. These are skills that are valued by employers and can aid you immeasurably in the search for a career.