Career Scoop

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Jan. 30, 2024

Put Your Best Foot Forward

If you are walking on Lowry Mall, you'll see some black and gold posters outside of the Student Success Center promoting career services. One message says "Put Your Best Foot Forward" and we sincerely want every Mizzou student to be aware of their strengths and become career ready!

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Jan. 23, 2024

Meet with Involvement Ambassadors for Campus Connections

This week is Involvement Week, with several events and opportunities for Mizzou students to explore a new interests or find people with similar ones as you. To help you make connections, students can visit with Involvement Ambassadors, a group of experienced students who offer one-on-one consultations.

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Jan. 10, 2024

January Handshake Challenge: How Many Boxes Can You Check Off ?

In career services, we always think the career search is fun—but we understand that, when you’re juggling classes, social commitments, and extra-curriculars, it can feel like a chore! That’s why we like to break the journey to your next internship or job into fun, easy challenges.

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Jan. 10, 2024

Companies to Help you Launch a Career and Pay Off Student Loans

Will I make it to class on time after snoozing my alarm? Was I supposed to take out the trash today or is it my roommate’s turn? What should I grab for dinner tonight? Will I spend the rest of my life feeling absolutely crushed beneath the weight of the loans that are helping me attend school today? …these are some of the thoughts that run through the average college student’s head on a regular basis

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Jan. 2, 2024

It’s 2024: Be Resolute!

With the start of the new year, we all propose resolutions about making ourselves better than we were the year before, whether that be with the goal of weight loss or spending less money, but what about resolutions that students can focus on to gain more skills and experience in the upcoming semester?

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Dec. 8, 2023

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. 28, 2023

6 Expert Tips to Get the Most Out of Mentorship

The right mentor can help change your career path for the better, guiding important decisions and sharing important career advice. If you’ve already explored the many benefits of mentorship and figured out your game plan to find a mentor, the natural next step is to figure out exactly how to navigate your new mentoring relationship.

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Nov. 15, 2023

How to Prepare for a Stress-Free Break

There is nothing worse than coming back from fall break with a messy room, full inbox, and finals creeping around the corner. That is why it is important to set aside time to prepare yourself for fall break. These tips take about 30 minutes each and can help you come back feeling refreshed and ready to finish the semester off strong!

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Nov. 8, 2023

Cold Emailing: A Great Way to Find Hot Job Leads

Many people looking for jobs use websites like LinkedIn or Handshake to find internships or jobs. However, that is not the only way! Cold emailing is a great alternative to search for career opportunities and stand out to potential employers.It can seem like a daunting task, but with the right messaging, you can successfully showcase your skills and interest to a potential employer.  Researching  Potential Companies Before you start sending cold emails, research! Find out which companies are relevant to your field and make a list of them. You can use Handshake and Glassdoor as helpful resources if you are…

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Nov. 1, 2023

Don’t Let Switching Majors Spook You!

There is nothing more daunting than wanting to change your major, however, you're not alone!  According to NACADA (National Academic Advising Association), about half of students who are working towards their bachelor's degree switch their major at least once. College is a time to prepare you for your future, so it is important to find a major that will lead you to a satisfying and fulfilling career!