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. 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.
Feb. 6, 2024
Don’t Do It Alone!
Students have LOTS of resources and support if you are deciding on a major or considering career paths.
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!
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.
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.
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