Career Paths

Ask an Expert: Careers Working with Animals

Q: I’d like to pursue a career working with animals. Is becoming a veterinarian my only option?

It’s not! MSU alumni work with animals every day without degrees in Veterinary Medicine. You might consider some of the below opportunities as …

By Jill Cords
Jill Cords Assistant Director, Career Services Network
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Ask an Expert: How to Conduct an Informational Interview

I’ve been told that a good way to learn about different roles/industries is to conduct informational interviews with alumni in those spaces.  What’s the best way to approach conducting an informational interview?

Consider approaching an informational interview like an informal …

By Karissa Chabot-Purchase
Karissa Chabot-Purchase Assistant Director, Career Services Network
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Ask an Expert: Is Teaching the Right Career Path for You?

Question: I’m considering teaching as a potential career path. What do I need to know? 

Now more than ever, elementary, secondary, and special education teachers are needed to fill critical roles in K-12 schools. Newly trained and certified teachers are …

By Pepa Casselman
Pepa Casselman Career Consultant, College of Education
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Ask an Expert: Building a Portfolio Career

Question: I’m considering a career path that will involve working freelance (earning revenue from multiple streams).  What are some factors I should consider as I make my decision?

Are you interested in a career field where there is a lot …

By Christine Bastian
Christine Bastian Director of Career Education, College of Music
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Ask an Expert: Taking “Perfection” Out of Exploration

Question: How do I know if I’m making the “right” major and/or career choice? 

As we enter November, it is often a common time of reflection for all of us as we round the corner to the end of the …

By Lauren Hinkel
Lauren Hinkel Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Coach - Russell Palmer Career Management Center
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Spartan Showcase: Diverging From The Traditional Can Present Unexpected And Exciting Opportunities

When Michigan State University alumna Alison Accavitti came to campus, she knew she wanted to be a Computer Science major. However, her first two years of coursework led her on a different path. During her third year, Accavitti switched to …

By Sammi Williams
Sammi Williams Social Relations and Policy Major
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MSU Connect Helps Students and Alumni Make Powerful Connections

As graduation looms and many students prepare to take on post-grad life, the job search often leaves students wondering, “Do I have what it takes? How do I stand out from other applicants? How can I show what makes me …

By Terri Hughes-Lazzell
Terri Hughes-Lazzell
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26%

Bachelor's degree graduates continue education.

 

76%

Undergraduate students complete an internship.

 

93%

Bachelor's degree graduates work or continue education.

*Data Source: Post-graduation outcomes and experiences of bachelor’s degree recipients (2018-2022).