Career Scoop

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May 5, 2024

MU Grads Have Support and Success

A recent Show Me Mizzou story features three Mizzou graduates pursuing their career goals. Kendall Feist, Savannah Gonzales and Luke Pfitzinger are part of the graduating Class of 2023...

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April 23, 2024

5 Tips to Spring Clean Your Social Media

Everyone on the Mizzou campus is READY for Spring Break! It's important to remember to post smart on your social media!

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April 16, 2024

Explore career paths on Handshake

Handshake has resources to help you find your career path.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Feb. 8, 2024

Resume Tips to Beat the Bots

An ATS, or applicant tracking system, is a digital filing software that stores candidate information and communications. Oftentimes, the technology prescreens resumes to determine if an applicant is qualified for the job, ruling out many applicants. More than 90% of Fortune 500 companies are currently using an ATS, and for these larger companies with thousands of applicants per week, bots help cut down up to 70% of applicants! Smaller companies also use ATS systems, which can save them thousands of dollars in the hiring process as well. ATS software is a great tool for more efficient recruitment processes,…

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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.

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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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March 21, 2023

How to Make an Online Portfolio in Time for a Last-Minute Interview

Earning a last-minute interview is exciting, as it can mean that the hiring manager is eager to meet with you or wants to hire you for the position right away. Making it to the last-minute interview can also impress the employer with your professionalism, as you can show them that you can show up prepared, even with short notice. While many of the tips interview preparation tips may seem like common sense, there is one that you should pay special attention to – creating an online portfolio. In fact, this is one of the smartest long-term career moves you can…