Visit our virtual drop-in hours

The Career Center is committed to ensuring our services and events are inclusive and accessible to all students. If you need an accommodation, please email careercenter@missouristate.edu or call 417-836-5636. For more information, please visit our page on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Welcome to the Missouri State University Career Center! We have a wealth of resources available to students on this webpage, but chances are you're here for one of a few things below.

Make an Appointment with a Career Resources Specialist
- Exploring careers and majors, mock interviews, help with your resume, graduate school preparation, job search help, and so much more!
Learn What Careers/Jobs You Can Pursue With Your Major
Learn More About a Specific Job You're Interested In
Job/Internship Search Help (Resume, Cover Letter, LinkedIn, Networking)
Interviewing Practice & Tips
- Create Your 30-Second-Commercial
- Use the STAR Method to give great answers to interview questions
Access Handshake

Employer Spotlight: Holloway America

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Congratulations Bear Grads!

Great job, graduates! Please complete this brief survey to let us know your plans for after graduation. Are you still looking for a job, trying to figure out your next steps? The Career Center provides all of our services to alumni, and they're free!
Check out our appointment scheduler

To schedule Career Center appointments: Log into your free Handshake profile; select Appointments from the Career Center menu.
Fall 2022 Drop-In Hours

Come by during drop-in hours to have your resume reviewed - no appointment needed! Get quick and friendly feedback as well as resources to help you in the future. Drop-in hours will be 1pm to 5pm, Monday through Friday when classes are in session.

Learn more about making appointments with the Career Center. You may schedule an appointment through Handshake or by calling our office at 417-836-5636.

Learn about making a Career Center appointment

Job search toolkit

Learn how to search for internships and full-time jobs, create résumés and CVs, write application letters, network, interview, prepare for graduate school, and more.