Written by Jennifer Brandom, Career Center Practicum Student Have a job interview coming up but don’t have time to visit the Career Center? Preparing for graduate school interviews but are nervous to try mock interviewing? The Career Center at Missouri State offers a free service to students called InterviewStream, which allows students to interview online from the comforts … [Read more...] about Practice job interviews with InterviewStream
by Katharine Marianacci In this strange and uncertain situation, you might find yourself with less structure to your days and more time on your hands. Classes have gone remote, campus events and activities cancelled, and in-person social interactions drastically decreased. During these times, it’s easy to become overwhelmed and debilitated by all the changes… or to view this … [Read more...] about How to maximize your career development during COVID-19
“As soon as you feel like you have enough knowledge from school, try to do an internship, because it’s best to have that foot in the door.” ~Willie Drake With a focus on information technology and psychology, Willie plans to graduate with his Bachelor of General Studies degree in May 2020. Since beginning his internship at O’Reilly Auto Parts this past April, he has learned … [Read more...] about Part of a team: An interview with Willie Drake, Merchandise Data Analyst Intern with O’Reilly Auto Parts
The Arts & Letters Career Studio + Expo is a conference-style event where students in the College of Arts & Letters can attend panel and workshop presentations; get their resumes reviewed; network with alumni and employers; gather information on career readiness; get help with setting up their Handshake profiles; and have their headshots taken for LinkedIn profile, … [Read more...] about Arts and Letters Career Studio+Expo
Written by Payton Davis, Public Relations Major and former Career Center Intern There are so many emotions that go into starting a new semester. Fall semester is particularly special, but I can never quite pinpoint why. Is it the opportunity to start fresh? A newfound motivation? The anticipation of how beautiful campus looks when the leaves change? The cool, crisp air … [Read more...] about Fall semester brings new opportunities