Career Preparation

Throughout your time at Mizzou, there are support services and resources to help shape and prepare you for your career journey. The advice in this section will help you apply for jobs and internships, build professionalism, and confidently engage with employers.

Create your resume

The goal of a resume is to receive an interview. While there are hundreds of online templates, the design and content of your document should be unique and customized to you! Use our resources and seek staff feedback to create the strongest possible resume.

Draft a resume Guide to Resumes MU resume template

Build your interview skills

Interviews are a chance to "tell your story," describing your skills and experiences. These tools can help you present yourself in a professional manner and boost your confidence.

Interview preparation Big Interview

Create a LinkedIn profile

This professional platform helps you strengthen and expand your network of contacts. You can exchange ideas, seek advice, and find career opportunities with a broad range of professionals across the globe.

Professionalism Take a professional headshot

Attending graduate or professional school requires careful planning and research. People may pursue a graduate degree in order to gain entry into a profession, to advance their career, or to fulfill their love of learning. Whatever your motivation, the Career Center can help you prepare!

prepare for Graduate School

The Career Center is dedicated to supporting all students. We have employment and career readiness information for each class year and a wide variety of career interests.

Plus, we have info about how to find community support on campus and in the workplace. These blogs, videos, and career resources can help you address your unique career questions.

Finding Your Community Career Interests

Our staff provides personalized guidance to help you develop and pursue your career goals.

Undergraduates Graduate Students

Handshake is an employment and networking site connecting Mizzou students with thousands of employers and their jobs and internships. Apply for positions, message recruiters, research companies, and access resources!

log into Handshake

Dec. 2, 2025

Motivation for Finals!

Staying motivated during finals season can be challenging, but developing strong study habits can make all the difference.

Nov. 18, 2025

Make the Most of Thanksgiving Break

Break is officially coming up! To help you prep for the semester to come, we’ve compiled a list of tips to keep you motivated, focused, and career-ready even outside of class.

Nov. 11, 2025

Show Off Your Soft Skills to Employers—with Samples

Tell a story on your resume and cover letter to demonstrate your personal qualities.