Career Scoop

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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.

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Oct. 17, 2024

Connecting through Tiger Spirit

We’ve talked before about career fairs as a means of networking with potential employers, but did you know that you can network in other ways too? Talking to alumni is a great way to get started. Tons of people graduate from MU every year, which means lots of people get added to an alumni network that you can access through different programs here on campus.  LinkedIn  LinkedIn is one of the best ways to start talking to alumni, especially for people who prefer to keep a more professional image with their network. Adding alumni from your school can help build…

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Sep. 27, 2024

The Skills that Really Matter on Your Handshake Profile

Handshake is an amazing tool for finding career event details, exploring the job market and applying for jobs and internships! The app and website are easy to use and even allow you to apply for a job right then and there. With customizable profile settings, you might be wondering what’s worth including or highlighting about yourself on your profile. Read below to find out the top skills that recruiters look for on a Handshake profile. Your skills section is one of the most important parts of your Handshake profile—if you do it right. The keywords…

How to Research Companies Quickly and Effectively 

Sep. 25, 2024

How to Research Companies Quickly and Effectively 

A common misconception about researching companies is that it’s difficult or requires extensive knowledge of the field. In reality, it just takes some time and knowing where to look!

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Sep. 17, 2024

Why Should You Attend a Career Fair?

Career fairs are a valuable resource for students of all ages, but with your busy college schedule, you might be wondering, "What benefits do they offer me?"

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Sep. 11, 2024

Tackling First Impressions

The first impression—the thing that can make or break how an employer views you, and subsequently their desire to hire you. No pressure, right? Don’t worry; the MU Career Center (MUCC) has got you covered.

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Aug. 29, 2024

Organization Hacks for a New Semester

Hello Tigers! Organization and planning are vital for starting the new semester on the right foot. It might seem overwhelming at first, but it does not have to be!