Career Scoop

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Feb. 18, 2025

Making the Most of My Time at Mizzou

Coming to college was intimidating for me. I had attended small religious schools where I knew everyone and their parents, so moving to Mizzou was a bit of a culture shock.

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Feb. 12, 2025

Find a Major You’ll Love

Picking out a major can be a daunting task. With over 300 degree programs, Mizzou has an abundance of options...

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Feb. 6, 2025

The Best Study Rooms at Mizzou

Finding the perfect study space at Mizzou can make a huge difference in how effectively you study and complete your assignments.

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Feb. 3, 2025

The Advantages of Study Abroad

Hi, my name is Sydney Waldron, and I just got back from a three-week study abroad program, traveling to different newsrooms and agencies across Europe.

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Jan. 24, 2025

New Year, New Website!

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. 

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Jan. 15, 2025

Feeling internship panic? Relax – we have you covered!

I hear a lot of students getting stressed about summer plans and finding an internship. In fact, in the past two weeks, the Career Center has received a lot of questions about internships...

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Dec. 8, 2024

How to Stay Motivated in Unmotivating Times

As finals approach, many students struggle to find motivation to start studying and work on their projects. This is a common feeling, but there are strategies and tips to help get you back on your feet and finish strong!

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Nov. 20, 2024

Spring Ahead with a Spring (or Summer) Internship

With class registration reaching a close, it is helpful to remember that spring and summer internships can help you with the next step of your career!

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Nov. 6, 2024

Using Focus 2 To Explore Your Potential Career Paths

Unsure about where to go on your career journey? The Focus 2 assessments are here to help. You can leverage your strengths and interests to map out...

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Oct. 27, 2024

How to Embrace Failing

How to embrace falling may seem counterintuitive (I know it does to me). I don’t want to make mistakes, and I don’t want to fail ever or embrace it.