The Office of Placement and Career Services was established in 1960 with the main aim of providing job placement opportunities for UWI graduates. However, over the years the Office has extended its services to include Individual Career Counselling and Career Planning. In keeping with the changing needs of the labour market, Placement and Career Services constantly reviews programs as well as introduce new ones in order to meet the varying career development needs of the student population.
Our Mission
In keeping with the mission statement of the University of the West Indies (UWI) and the Office of Student Services (OSS), Mona, the Office of Placement and Career Services will develop and deliver programmes in the area of Career Development and Job Placement in order to meet the needs of our students and alumni and the manpower needs of Jamaica and the rest of the Caribbean.
As a UWI student, the support from the Placement and Career Services team has been invaluable. They guided me through every step of my career journey, from refining my resume to preparing for interviews. The personalized career counseling and workshops they offer have truly empowered me to confidently pursue my professional goals. Their dedication to student success is evident in every interaction, and I am grateful for their ongoing support as I transition from student to alum.
- Michelle Ly, 21
Achieve Your Dreams with Our Career Services
At the Office of Placement and Career Services, our programs are designed to:
Guide students in effective career planning
Assist students in choosing careers that match their interests, abilities, values, and job market trends
Prepare students for job searches and develop their entrepreneurial skills and competencies
Raise awareness of workplace expectations
Promote career development as a life-long process
Facilitate job placement for both students and alumni
Service Creed
The staff of the Office of Student Services recognizes that their primary purpose is to serve students. While they may not always be able to fulfill every request, they are committed to treating you in accordance with the following Service Creed.
Students can expect:
- To be addressed and treated in a respectful, efficient and courteous manner.
- To receive answers to questions or be directed to someone who can provide the answer.
- To be encouraged to advocate for themselves, but to receive help from Student Services staff if issues are not addressed in an appropriate manner.
Student Services will:
- Appreciate the diversity of our community and will give fair and equitable treatment to all.
- Value your input and respect your opinion.
- Work to help you have a positive experience at the University of the West IIndies, Mona.
