Graduate Student Career Services
Graduate Student Career Services (GSCS) supports Master’s and doctoral students pursuing careers in academia and beyond. Through personalized career coaching, workshops and events, and on-demand resources, we help graduate students achieve their professional goals with confidence.
Graduate students can meet one-on-one with a career coach to discuss any career-related topic, including:
- Career exploration and guidance
- Job document reviews
- Job search strategies
- Interview preparation
- Job offers and salary negotiation
- Online image and LinkedIn
- Building professional community
- CliftonStrengths assessments
GSCS offers a variety of events and workshops to support grad students as they prepare for their postgraduate careers. View upcoming events and register for individual sessions on MU Engage.
Interested in a custom workshop or presentation for your department or student organization? Contact the grad career coaches to get started.
Career Preparation Courses
Learn what it takes to succeed in academic roles. Explore teaching, research, service, and academic culture.
Build transferable skills like leadership, communication, and organizational strategy—essential for careers inside or outside the academy.
Beyond the Professoriate
Beyond the Professoriate is an online platform designed specifically for doctoral students and postdocs exploring diverse career options. Choose from two learning paths—Academic Careers and Professional Careers—and get guidance from PhDs who’ve been there.
- Self-paced videos, tools, and training
- Available 24/7 with your Mizzou login
GoinGlobal (U.S. and abroad)
Going Global provides country guides, job and internship listings, and cultural insights for exploring opportunities worldwide. International students can search H-1B and OPT records by location, occupation, or company to find U.S. employers.
Part-Time On-Campus Jobs
Interested in working part-time or on campus? Visit Handshake to search for part-time positions and internships, and find on-campus jobs through eRecruit.
Supporting Campus Resources
Handshake
A free employment site that connects Mizzou student and alumni job seekers with employers looking to recruit interns, part-time, and full-time hires.
Career Fairs
Mizzou hosts several career fairs each semester where students and recruiters can network and make connections. We encourage students to attend career fairs at any time – it’s never too early to start forming professional relationships!
Big Interview
This free online tool combines comprehensive training with practical exercises to enhance interview techniques and build confidence. A database of thousands of questions is available, catering to various experience levels and industries.