Career Resources
Dress to Impress
Job Shadow Application
SkillsFirst resume builder
Video resources
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please email CareerServices@mssu.edu or call 417-625-9343.
10:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Billingsly Lion Mall & Beimdiek Recreation Center First Floor Gym
Connect with a wide variety of businesses and organizations at the beginning of the year to find part time jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities! Community Day is an opportunity for students to get to know the greater Joplin and Four State Community. Grab some free food, free give-a-ways, and connect with businesses, organizations, restaurants, non-profits, and churches all at one event!
12:00-1:00 p.m.
Billingsly Student Center Room 309
All MSSU Students and Alumni are invited to attend JCPenney's MOSO Suit Up at Northpark Mall. This is an exclusive shopping experience for the Lion community. All career dress apparel, shoes, and accessories will be discounted an additional 30% on top of sale prices.
Everything you need to build your professional wardrobe - including suits, sport coats, dress pants, shoes and accessories, will be available to try on. Stylists will be on hand to assist and measuring stations will be setup to help determine appropriate sizes for suits.
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Plaster Hall Second Floor Foyer
Calling all College of Business students! Drop by Resume Rescue and spend 5 minutes having your resume reviewed. Walk away with suggestions, revisions, formatting updates, and structure tips to ensure your resume is ready for applying to internships and full time career level jobs!
3:00-6:00 p.m.
JCPenney North Park Mall
Come by JC Penney's in Northpark Mall to receive significant discounts on professional clothing, shoes, and accessories!
10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Billingsly Student Center Connor Ballroom
One of the recurring themes in any entry level job search is lack of experience. "Where do I get experience if no one is willing to hire me?" The answer is simple: Get an internship! Join us to connect with businesses and organizations recruiting students from all majors. Internships are the primary methodology for students to apply curriculum principles and topics from the classroom in a professional setting. Internships come in various formats such as semester long, monthly, or summer. Gain knowledge related to employer hiring preferences alongside personal connections within various industries, businesses, and organizations. This event is open to all students and alumni regardless of major.
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Taylor Hall First Floor Foyer
Calling all Teacher Education students! Drop by Resume Rescue and spend 5 minutes having your resume reviewed. Walk away with suggestions, revisions, formatting updates, and structure tips to ensure your resume is ready for applying to your top school district of choice!
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Billingsly Student Center, Room 309
Attend this workshop to learn the one interview essential you need to succeed in every interview environment and setting. Interviewing is just like any other skill - it takes practice to come across as a professional and credible job applicant. Attending this workshop will equip you with the information to professionalize your interview skills and secure the jobs you apply for!
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Criminal Justice Second Floor Foyer
Calling all Criminal Justice Administration students! Drop by Resume Rescue and spend 5 minutes having your resume reviewed. Walk away with suggestions, revisions, formatting updates, and structure tips to ensure your resume ready for applying to internships and full time career level jobs!
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Reynolds Hall Second Floor Foyer
Calling all Biology and Pre-Med students! Drop by Resume Rescue and spend 5 minutes having your resume reviewed. Walk away with suggestions, revisions, formatting updates, and structure tips to ensure your resume or CV is ready for applying to the graduate schools or professional schools of your choice!
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Healthcare Building First Floor Foyer
Calling all Health Science students! Drop by Resume Rescue and spend 5 minutes having your resume reviewed. Walk away with suggestions, revisions, formatting updates, and structure tips to ensure your resume is ready for applying to the healthcare organizations and systems that are your top choice!
12:00-1:00 p.m.
Billingsly Student Center, Room 356
Attend our "Starting Up a LinkedIn Profile" workshop to learn the essential steps for creating a compelling LinkedIn presence. This session will guide you through setting up your profile, from selecting the right profile picture to crafting a standout headline and summary. You’ll discover how to highlight your skills, experience, and achievements to attract potential employers and network effectively. Our experts will share tips on optimizing your profile for search and leveraging LinkedIn's features to enhance your professional visibility. Perfect for job seekers, career changers, and anyone looking to expand their professional network.
1:00-2:30 p.m.
Billingsly Student Center Connor Ballroom
The Education Career Fair is a great opportunity for students and alumni seeking P-12 positions and graduate programs. Attend to network, learn about a variety of organizations, and find great job prospects related to the education field. Gain knowledge related to qualifications and school district preferences related to teacher candidates.
9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Billingsly Student Center Connor Ballroom
Dress To Impress is a free professional clothing give-a-way event for students and alumni. Attend Dress To Impress to be equipped with free professional clothing like suits, pants, dresses, blazers, shoes, and accessories in order to walk into job interviews with confidence and professional dress. No limit on the quantity of clothing you take, and there are volunteers on site to help assist you in finding just the right style and size for you!
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Plaster Hall Second Floor Foyer
Calling all College of Business students! Drop by Resume Rescue and spend 5 minutes having your resume reviewed. Walk away with suggestions, revisions, formatting updates, and structure tips to ensure your resume is ready for applying to internships and full time career level jobs!
10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Find career, internship, and graduate school opportunities at the annual Spring Career Fair. Visit with over 100+ businesses and organizations from a wide variety of industries, recruiting students and alumni for full time, part time, internship, and volunteer opportunities. Grow your professional network and knowledge of opportunities within the four state community. Representatives from a variety of industries are looking to Hire a Lion!
12:00-1:00 p.m.
Billingsly Student Center Room 309
Attend this workshop to learn that 85% of jobs are filled through networking (Linkedin & Adler Group, 2016). It's not just about who you know or meet…it's about building quality relationships. Learn Networking best practices and tips and tricks to building a professional network!
9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Billingsly Student Center, Room 309
Prepare,practice, and polish your interviewing skills during Mock Interview Day by meeting with real employers face-to-face. Following the mock interview, you will receive direct feedback from human resource professionals and talent acquisition specialists!
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Criminal Justice Second Floor Foyer
Calling all Criminal Justice Administration students! Drop by Resume Rescue and spend 5 minutes having your resume reviewed. Walk away with suggestions, revisions, formatting updates, and structure tips to ensure your resume ready for applying to internships and full time career level jobs!
12:00.-1:00 p.m.
Billingsly Student Center, Room 309
Attend our "Starting Up a LinkedIn Profile" workshop to learn the essential steps for creating a compelling LinkedIn presence. This session will guide you through setting up your profile, from selecting the right profile picture to crafting a standout headline and summary. You’ll discover how to highlight your skills, experience, and achievements to attract potential employers and network effectively. Our experts will share tips on optimizing your profile for search and leveraging LinkedIn's features to enhance your professional visibility. Perfect for job seekers, career changers, and anyone looking to expand their professional network.
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Taylor Hall First Floor Foyer
Calling all Teacher Education students! Drop by Resume Rescue and spend 5 minutes having your resume reviewed. Walk away with suggestions, revisions, formatting updates, and structure tips to ensure your resume is ready for applying to your top school district of choice!
10:00 a.m.-.1:00 p.m.
Reynolds Hall Second Floor Foyer
Calling all Biology and Pre-Med students! Drop by Resume Rescue and spend 5 minutes having your resume reviewed. Walk away with suggestions, revisions, formatting updates, and structure tips to ensure your resume or CV is ready for applying to the graduate schools or professional schools of your choice!
12:00-1:00 p.m.
Billingsly Student Center, Room 356
Attend this workshop to learn the one interview essential you need to succeed in every interview environment and setting. Interviewing is just like any other skill - it takes practice to come across as a professional and credible job applicant. Attending this workshop will equip you with the information to professionalize your interview skills and secure the jobs you apply for!
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Healthcare Building First Floor Foyer
Calling all Health Science students! Drop by Resume Rescue and spend 5 minutes having your resume reviewed. Walk away with suggestions, revisions, formatting updates, and structure tips to ensure your resume is ready for applying to the healthcare organizations and systems that are your top choice!
