Skills & Experience

The best way to learn is by doing. Academic programs provide hands-on learning opportunities that give you real-world experience. Whether you are working in a research lab, treating hospital patients, reporting for KOMU, or presenting to state legislators, you have ample options to apply your knowledge in a career field. These opportunities will help you learn about yourself, develop skills, build your resume, and gain the interest of employers and graduate schools.

Pursue research

Mizzou is one of the top research universities in the country. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in research, scholarship, and creative activity. Students from all majors can work with faculty mentors to discover knowledge across campus.

Research opportunities

Service to others

Learn valuable lessons in citizenship and develop important personal and professional skills while helping the community. Apply your course knowledge to real world situations while gaining valuable experience.

Community Engaged Learning Service Programs

Gain a global perspective

With over 250 programs in 50+ countries, you can achieve your personal, academic and professional goals while studying abroad and immersing yourself in a new culture.

Study Abroad

There are hundreds of recognized student organizations as well as intramural sport teams at Mizzou. Clubs are a great way to explore interests, meet new people, and gain teamwork and leadership skills. Speak with an Involvement Ambassador to explore different opportunities based on your interests. Getting involved on campus can help you achieve your personal, academic, and professional goals.

Get Involved Involvement Ambassadors

Part-time jobs and internships are great ways to gain experience and build new skills that can give you a competitive advantage in the job market. Working while at Mizzou is not only an opportunity to earn money, but a way to develop your professional network and potential references.

Internships Part-Time Jobs

Handshake is the site where Mizzou job seekers can find thousands of employment opportunities. Besides applying for jobs, students can upload resumes, RSVP to events, message recruiters, and research employers.

log into Handshake

Mizzou PALS partners with local early childhood centers to provide tutoring for children from a variety of backgrounds. The program employs 60 college students to serve hundreds of children. Mizzou PALS students choose to use their time to make a difference in the lives of others. Serving as role models and enhancing educational opportunities, Mizzou PALS offers a wonderful chance to impact your community.

Mizzou PALS

Once you start building your skills, we can help you communicate that on your resume, LinkedIn profile, and in interviews. Begin by viewing our sample resumes and visit us to communicate your experiences with employers and others.

Start a Resume Career Readiness Skills