April 16, 2024
Explore career paths on Handshake
You probably know Handshake as the place where college students are hired for great jobs and internships. But Handshake also has resources to help you find your career path. Think back to when you were deciding on your major.
April 8, 2024
Navigate Show Me Research Week based on your major
It is Show Me Research Week! It is a jam-packed week full of research including work displays, poster presentations, keynote speakers, professional development sessions and award ceremonies. The events are open for all Mizzou majors and can easily connect you to specialists in the field, inspire your own research, or provide new insight!
April 3, 2024
Making a good impression: professional attire
Whether you are interviewing with an employer, arriving on the first day of your interview or attending a networking event, you'll want to make a positive first impression. Professional attire is a great way to reflect your exemplary qualifications.
March 19, 2024
Making the most of spring break: informational interviews
You should make the most of your break by doing a little career planning. Whether you are planning a streaming binge, relaxing poolside, or working hard at a part-time job, this is a perfect time to create new networking contacts and reach out to professionals to learn about work options.
March 19, 2024
How to Deal with a Difficult Coworker
We all have that one coworker who drives you up the wall. Maybe they are constantly complaining or maybe they talk over you during meetings. Either way, dealing with a difficult coworker can make even the best job feel like a chore. There are an abundance of ways to handle the situation in a professional and courteous way.
March 11, 2024
Interview Playbooks for You
Big Interview is an online platform that combines training and practice to help improve your interview technique and build your confidence.
Feb. 27, 2024
How To Master Employer Communication: The Pitch
For anybody in the workplace, time is the most valuable asset to maintain. We try to use as little of it as possible. This can complicate networking, since networking is all about making business connections that will last.
Feb. 22, 2024
Career Readiness: Intercultural Competence
One of the eight core career competencies employers are seeking from candidates is focused on equity and inclusion.
Feb. 13, 2024
Exploring Majors and Pursuing Passions
When she arrived at the University of Missouri, Sophia Bianco didn’t know what she wanted to do. Growing up in the small town of Dixon, Missouri, Bianco dreamed of working in the music industry — but was it possible for someone with “no musical talent,” as she would say? The answer was “yes,” and Bianco arrived on it thanks to Mizzou’s Discovery Center.
Feb. 11, 2024
What Qualities do you “Heart” in a Career
Finding a job that fits your lifestyle is just as important as finding one that fits your major.