Co-op & Internships

Why Do Entry-Level Jobs Require Experience?(And How to Get Around It)

You’ve seen it countless times: “Entry-level position” followed by “2-3 years of experience required.” It’s maddening, contradictory, and feels like a cruel joke played on new graduates and career’s changers. How can a job be entry-level if it requires experience …

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How internships and co-ops influence starting salaries after graduation

Internships and co-ops can make a real difference in what you earn right out of school, but most students never hear the full story about why. Employers do not just reward experience because it looks good on a résumé. They …

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Career Resources

Federal resumes require a specific format and level of detail to demonstrate qualifications for government positions. This template helps Mississippi …

Preparing for a co-op opportunity? Your resume should clearly demonstrate your academic knowledge, technical skills, and relevant experiences while highlighting …

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Career Center Office

300 Montgomery Hall
Mississippi State Campus

Phone: 662.325.3344
Fax: 662.325.7975
Email: career@career.msstate.edu

Mailing Address

Post Office Box P
Mississippi State, MS 39762

Campus Mailstop 9533

Co-op Program Office

335 McCain Hall
Mississippi State Campus

Phone: 662.325.3823
Fax: 662.325.8733
Email: coop@career.msstate.edu

Mailing Address

Post Office Box 6046
Mississippi State, MS 39762

Campus Mailstop 9548

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Office Hours Drop-In Hours
Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

*Drop-in services are available only during the Fall and Spring semesters when classes are in session.