Students/Alumni

Let the Career Management Center help you get a jump on your career!
The Career Management Center, located in the Clark Student Center room 173, presents several opportunities for you to be introduced and guided through the professional development process using a wide variety of helpful services. Services the center provides focus on preparing you for significant and personally satisfying careers and teaching you how to market yourself effectively to prospective employers. The Career Management Center offers the following programs:

On-line Career Services:
With the MSU MustangsHIRE powered by Handshake system, students and alumni can search for full-time, part-time, internship, and volunteer opportunities. In addition to the thousands of employment openings that exist, students and alumni can use the system to build a resume, cover letter, and brush up on interview techniques. The system contains a Resource Library area with additional job search tips and search engines to enhance your job search success. Career Management Center events are highlighted on the events calendar such as upcoming Networking Career Fairs and Employer On-campus Interviews. Also, you will want to check out the Campus Career Coach section.

Job Search Assistance:
The CMC staff will work one-on-one with you to develop your resume, cover letter, interview, networking, and job search skills.

Career Networking Events:
Several events are offered each year providing an opportunity to interact with employers and graduate/professional school programs from across the country.

Fall 2024 Job Fair Events

Part-Time Job Fair - 9/4/24 - 11:30am - 1:00pm (Clark Student Center Atrium)
Careers in Business Job Fair - 10/23/24 - 9:00am - 12:00pm (Dillard Building 189)

Spring 2025 Job Fair Events

Part-Time Job Fair - 3/20/25 - 11:30am - 1:00pm (Clark Student Center Atrium)
Careers in Business Job Fair - 3/26/25 - 9:00am - 12:00pm (Dillard Building 189)
Careers in Technology Job Fair - 3/26/25 - 3:00pm - 4:30pm (McCoy Hall)
Careers in Education Job Fair - 3/28/25 - 9:30am - 11:30am (Clark Student Center)

Professional Workshops/Seminars:

Specifically designed workshops provide helpful information in areas such as building a winning resume, interviewing skills, workplace ethics, & most importantly, preparation for the "real world."

Watch our Resume Tips Video

On-Campus Interviewing:
Secure your future by scheduling an on-campus interview with one of the many employers who come to Midwestern to fill their employment needs.

Graduate/Professional School Assistance:
From Graduate/Professional School Application assistance to Entrance Exam Preparation, the CMC has several programs to help you get ready for and accepted into Graduate/Professional School.

Career Options & Career Information

- What Can I Do With This Major

From Campus to Career: Mustangs Survival Guide
The Guide to Your Career Beyond MSU

MSU Mustangs Career Plan

-It is never too early to focus on your career goals! Here is a check list designed to help you be successful as you complete each year at MSU.

Interview in Style
- Business Professional and Business Casual Attire

Student Employment
- Where do I find these opportunities

Social Media Tools & Tips
- What should I know

MSU Graduate Outcomes Information - Academic Year

2022/2023

For students that received a degree in academic year 2022/2023, the following information represents outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 83% were employed within 3 months of graduation
20% of students pursued graduate school
Average starting salary of graduates was $63,379.00
Of graduates receiving a signing bonus, the amount given was just under $6,500.00

2021/2022

For students that received a degree in academic year 2021/2022, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 87% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2020/2021

For students that received a degree in academic year 2020/2021, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 91% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2019/2020

For students that received a degree in academic year 2019/2020, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 83% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2018/2019

For students that received a degree in academic year 2018/2019, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 84% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2017-2018

For students that received a degree in academic year 2017/2018, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 79% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2016/2017

For students that received a degree in academic year 2016/2017, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 85% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2015/2016

For students that received a degree in academic year 2015/2016, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 88% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2014/2015

For students that received a degree in academic year 2014/2015, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 85% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2013/2014

For students that received a degree in academic year 2013/2014, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 84% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2012/2013

For students that received a degree in academic year 2012/2013, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 86.5% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2011/2012

For students that received a degree in academic year 2011/2012, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 84% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2010/2011

For students that received a degree in academic year 2010/2011, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 69% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2009/2010

For students that received a degree in academic year 2009/2010, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 67.5% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2008/2009

For students that received a degree in academic year 2008/2009, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 88% were employed within 3 months of graduation

2007/2008

For students that received a degree in academic year 2007/2008, the following information represents employment outcome data.

Of those students seeking employment, 91% were employed within 3 months of graduation