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It’s a New Year, and the Career Center has a brand new website! Check out some of the resource highlights of the new site to make the most out of your Mizzou resources.
Career Coaching: https://career.missouri.edu/about/career-coaching/
Career coaching is a great tool for students to jump-start their career development while still in undergrad. Undergraduate students can meet one-on-one with Peer Career Specialists—highly trained MU students with in-depth career knowledge. Graduate and professional students can meet with a Career Coach-a full-time staff member dedicated to graduate student career development.
Career Interests Game: https://career.missouri.edu/career-and-major-exploration/career-interests-game/
The Career Interests Game is a fun and interactive way for students to discover career paths that align with their interests. This quick game is based on Dr. John Holland’s theory that people and work environments can be classified into six broad categories. By playing this game, students can gain a better understanding of which work environments are best suited to them.
Handshake: https://career.missouri.edu/jobs-and-internships/handshake/
Looking for work? Handshake is an employment site for all Mizzou student job seekers. You can find on-campus jobs, part-time positions off-campus, internships, co-ops and full-time job opportunities. It’s the best way to source jobs leads, connect with potential employers, and kick-start your career.
Employment: https://career.missouri.edu/jobs-and-internships/
From part-time work to internships and full-time jobs, the Employment page is an excellent resource for students to understand all the places they can search for job opportunities. It also provides support for preparing for job interviews, managing job offers, and links to upcoming job fairs.
Campus Career Offices: https://career.missouri.edu/about/campus-career-offices/
Learn about the network of career services offered across the Mizzou campus. View details about each career office, including their hours and services.
Career Fairs: https://career.missouri.edu/jobs-and-internships/career-fairs/
The Career Fairs page provides details about upcoming events and how students can prepare for them. It also includes guides on how to approach interviews and follow up after attending a career fair.
Resumes & CVs: https://career.missouri.edu/career-preparation/resumes-and-cvs/
Need help with your resume or cover letter? The Resumes & CVs page offers a comprehensive guide to both, helping students highlight their experiences and accomplishments while crafting effective cover letters.
LinkedIn & Headshots: https://career.missouri.edu/career-preparation/linkedin-headshots/
Creating a LinkedIn profile can be intimidating, but this page provides clear examples and guides to make the process easier. Students can also take advantage of the free professional headshot service provided by the Career Center.
Interviews: https://career.missouri.edu/career-preparation/interviews/
This page offers helpful guides and resources, including the option to practice mock interviews with Big Interview, so you can be fully prepared for their next interview.
Career Scoop Blog: https://career.missouri.edu/career-scoop/
Stay informed and explore advice and career resources through the voice of fellow Mizzou students. It helps you make the most of your time at Mizzou and take full advantage of the available resources.
Career Prep Overview: https://career.missouri.edu/career-preparation/
The Career Prep Overview helps students learn how to communicate their skills and value in resume creation, interview preparation, and LinkedIn profile development. These resources offer guidance for students at every stage of their career journey.
Career Readiness: https://career.missouri.edu/career-preparation/career-readiness/
Career readiness is a foundation of core competencies that prepare college students for success in the workplace. The eight competencies were developed by employers and educators and apply to students in all majors. You can can assess which competencies you already possess and which ones you need to further develop.
There’s more to explore on the website, so take a look at our new format and design and bookmark it for future reference!
By Sydney Waldron