First Generation

If you’re the first one in your family to go to college—also called a first-generation college student—you might not have the same support as others, but you’re definitely not alone.  Discover essential resources designed to support first-generation college students on their academic journey.

Tips for first-generation college students navigating the job search

Embarking on the job search can be both exciting and overwhelming. There are many things to consider when looking for a job, from the work environment to career development, but what are the most important factors to keep in mind? …

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Strategies for post-graduation success for diverse students

Navigating life post-graduation can be filled with ups and downs. For first-generation students, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ job seekers, it’s important to know what resources are available to help you succeed as you go through adulthood. The following five strategies can …

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Career Resources

Mississippi State University Campus Transportation

New to the MSU campus? Visit Mississippi State’s Transportation website or stop by the Roberts Building and learn more about …

Career Center Summer Internship Support Fund

The MSU Career Center is dedicated to enhancing students’ career success. Through the Summer Internship Support Fund, students can now …

LinkedIn Learning

Business Etiquette for the Modern Workplace

Taught by Madecraft and Nisha Trivedi
In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven workplace, it can be overwhelming to figure out how to best conduct yourself in unique or…

Insights from a College Career Coach

Taught by Valerie Sutton
In this interview, author and career coach Valerie Sutton answers common questions about career development. For those thinking about a…

Building Resilience: What, Why, and How to Become Resilient

Taught by Tatiana Kolovou
Have trouble getting by when the going gets tough? Everyone wants to perform well when the pressure’s on, but a…

Communicating about Culturally Sensitive Issues

Taught by Kwame Christian
Learning how to communicate with each other despite our differences is an important skill to have in both your professional…

Integrating Mental Health into DEI

Taught by Natasha Bowman
Join Natasha Bowman—a DEI and workplace culture strategist and mental health advocate—as she explores the critical connection between mental health…

Individual Accountability for Equity and Inclusion

Taught by Nika White
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are increasingly critical constructs central to optimizing organizational functioning. While systemic approaches at the organizational level…

Separating Generational Fact from Fiction

Taught by John Tarnoff
Explore perceived inter-generational differences and find out how to tap into the collaborative value of age diversity across an entire…

Understanding and Supporting Asian Employees Identifying diverse Asian experiences in the workplace

Taught by Sarah-SoonLing Blackburn
Underrepresented employees face unique challenges in the workplace, and understanding how to support them in these challenges is key to…

Alumni Connections

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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