Work & Career

On-Campus Employment

The staff in Career Services assists students who are seeking employment on campus.  There are two types of student employment on campus: work-study and regular. Students who have been granted Work-Study funds through federal financial aid can contact Career Services for information on available Work-Study jobs.  Regular student employment is available to students who do not qualify for Work-Study.

Off-Campus Employment

Information on part-time job openings in the community is e-mailed to students as they become available and is also advertised on the Career Services bulletin board between the Science Building and the Classroom Building.

Career Guidance

Career Services provides a variety of services to help students find the right career:

* One-on-one career advisement.
* Seminars on career exploration.
* Access to career guidance software and online resources.
* A library of career information.

Internships

All Mayville State students have the opportunity to work in a field related to their major and to earn credit as well as a salary for this work experience. Mayville State students can complete internships all across the United States in private companies, governmental agencies, and non-profit organizations, for instance.

Job Shadowing

Through job shadowing, students can spend time with a person employed in a career they are considering. Career Services will arrange for the visit. Students may "shadow" for a few hours or simply conduct an information interview to learn the specifics of a career.

Technology Center

The Traill County Technology Center (TCTC) is a business incubator located on the MSU campus.  The TCTC assists students with starting their own business . . . while still a student.

The TCTC works closely with local and state economic developers, as well as federal business assistance agencies, to provide resources necessary to begin a successful business. An added benefit to MSU students is the opportunity to work as an intern for businesses that are located in the TCTC.

Job Search Assistance

Graduating seniors and alumni are offered various forms of assistance to help them find appropriate and satisfying employment, such as the following:

* Seminars on topics such as interviewing, resume writing, and job search strategies.
* Information on career and job fairs.
* On-campus job search events.
* Assistance with obtaining credentials (for instance, a teaching credential).

Applying to Graduate School

Career Services assists students who want to continue their education after graduating from Mayville State. The following resources are available to students:

* Registration materials for entrance exams such as the GMAT, GRA, ODAT, LSAT, and MCAT.
* A library of career and graduate/professional school catalogs and materials.