Code of Conduct
Job seekers are expected to represent both themselves and the school in a manner that demonstrates the highest standards of professionalism and integrity which includes, but is not limited to, the guidelines for behavior detailed below. By adhering to these career services standards for professional and ethical behavior, all Mizzou students agree to the following:
Interviewing Guidelines
- Sign up to interview for positions only of genuine interest to you and for which you meet the stated eligibility requirements.
- Attend all interviews and events for which you are registered.
- Notify appropriate Career Services staff in case of emergency, tardiness, or absence. Career Services staff will alert you to appropriate course of action to contact the employer, who should be contacted within 24 hours of missed event or interview.
Job Seeker Guidelines
- Provide accurate and true information about your qualifications, experiences, and interests.
- Notify employers of your decision to accept or decline an offer in a timely manner.
- Inform Career Services of a full-time job offer acceptance and make Handshake profile private.
- Request employers reimburse only reasonable and legitimate expenses incurred during the recruitment process.
- Engage professionally and politely with recruiters. Rude, dismissive or profane communications will not be tolerated.
Disregarding Guidelines
Failure to follow guidelines as outlined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) will result in forfeiting your right to participate in job search activities through campus career services and Handshake. For example, you will be deactivated from Handshake for any the following:
- Failing to show up to an in-person or virtual employer interview or canceling an RSVP to a career event without proper notification.
- Declining an interview after submitting your application and being selected by the employer.
- Retracting a job offer acceptance or terminating a hiring contract.
First incident: You will be deactivated from Handshake until you meet with a staff member from your career office and write/send an apology letter to the employer.
Second incident: You will be deactivated from Handshake for one semester.
Third incident: You will be deactivated from Handshake for a full year.
Disclaimer
While MU Career Services reviews each company profile and job posting, it makes no endorsements, representations, or guarantees about the positions listed on its website and is not responsible for safety, wages, working conditions or other aspects of employment. Nor do we bear responsibility for determining whether the students/alumni have the requisite training and work experience to qualify for a position. It is the responsibility of the students/alumni to obtain all of the necessary information concerning the employer and the position and to take all necessary precautions when interviewing for, or accepting positions with any employer.
Further, while MU Career Services makes every reasonable effort to assist students and alumni in reaching their respective career goals, the individual student/alumnus has the final responsibility for obtaining his/her own job, internship, or graduate/professional school admission.
Ethical Guidelines for Employers
The MU Career Services Council adheres to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Principles for Ethical Professional Practice. These guidelines address the issues of offer timelines, negotiating offers and bonuses, and other aspects of recruiting within the university environment. For more information, please visit the NACE website.
Reporting a Problem
If an MU student experiences any discrimination, questionable practices, or is charged any fees during the recruitment process, please report the behavior to your Career Services Office immediately. You may also flag jobs on the site to indicate a serious concern and a staff member will follow up with you.
If an MU student experiences any egregious employer behavior while at the job/internship/co-op/field experience/practicum site, you will likely need to report this behavior to Human Resources or another entity within the company. Title Nine Office? Please note that while your Career Services Office can advise you during this process, they cannot remedy the situation for you.
See other school policies:
https://www.heinz.cmu.edu/heinz-shared/_files/img/career-services-pages/code-of-ethics-2023-2024.pdf