Career Center
The ComArtSci Career Center helps you on your path to career success. Whether you are still exploring your career options and interests, writing a resume or cover letter, preparing for a job or internship search, or looking to make connections with alumni, recruiters and employers, we're here to help.
Career Center Services:
- One-on-one advising appointments;
- Career assessments for students exploring majors and careers;
- Career resources curated for ComArtSci students;
- Career fairs, career events, and workshops;
- Employer visits and events;
- Free professional attire rental from our Career Closet.
Plan Your Future
Plan your future with the help of our expert MSU Career Center team. Whether you need guidance with internships or job prospects, we can help you find your way.
Spring 2025 Drop-in Advising Schedule
Stop in to the career center for quick help with job searches, resumes and other professional documents, LinkedIn, Handshake and more! (please note, hours are subject to change)
Monday: 10:00am -12:30pm; 2:30pm -5:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 2:30pm
Thursday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 12:30pm
Handshake is MSU's career management platform. Your one-stop-shop for all things career related, it includes:
- On-campus job and internship postings;
- Full-time and internship postings;
- Career Fairs;
- Career and Employer Events;
- Career Advising;
- Career Resources.
Need some additional help?
Schedule an appointment with our professional advising staff.
Appointment Scheduling Instructions:
- Schedule your appointment with us using Handshake.
- Log in using your MSU Net ID and password.
- Click on Career Center on the Left Navigation.
- Select the "appointment” button.
- Select "Schedule a new appointment".
- Select "College of Communication Arts and Sciences". Please note, if you select Interest Area Advising, you may not meet with a ComArtSci professional advisor
- Select the appointment topic.
- Select a time that works for your schedule.
- You will have the opportunity to have your appointment held virtually or in-person.
Utilize our Career Center Drop Box!
If you are off campus, or can't find a time to meet with an advisor but need your documents reviewed, take advantage of our resume drop box.
Simply email us at the link below and attach your resume or cover letter. If you are applying for a specific job, we recommend sending the job description to us as well so we can make sure our advice is tailored to the position you are seeking.
Career Center staff will review your uploaded document and send feedback within 3-5 business days.
Personal Statements and other professional communications should be reviewed by scheduling an appointment via Handshake.
Internships and Experiential Learning
Internship Opportunities
Internships and other experiential learning opportunities are key to the success of ComArtSci students. These experiences can help you explore potential career paths, gain valuable work experience, connect with professionals in your industry and can help you find full-time employment after graduation.
There are numerous experiential learning opportunities including paid and unpaid opportunities, internships for academic credit, as well as the opportunity to complete an internship abroad.
Resources for Finding an Internship
The ComArtSci Career Center recommends 2-3 experiences or internships in areas related to your major field of study prior to graduation. In addition to the resources below, it is recommended that you explore the websites of agencies, companies and organizations in your field to find other experiential learning opportunities available.
Search for ComArtSci Internships on Handshake
Search for ALL Internships on Handshake
Make the Most of Your Internship
Internships for Credit
An internship for credit towards graduation combines relevant coursework with related work experience. Learn more about receiving academic credit for your internship by clicking your academic program below:
If you already have an internship secured you may be eligible to receive a financial assistance award from the Career Center to help offset the cost of completing your internship.
Award Guidelines
- Must be a current College of Communication Arts and Sciences student with a primary major in the college;
- Must graduate the after the end of your internship (post-graduation internships are not eligible);
- Internship must already be secured at time of application;
- Internship must meet qualifications set by the college.
Internship abroad or study away experiences (programs coordinated through MSU or outside vendors) are not eligible for the award.
We are accepting applications for Fall 2024. Please fill out the application if you would like to be considered for funding.
Our Grads are Going Places
Over 93% of our graduates are working or in graduate school within 6 months.
Career Center Resources
The ComArtSci Career Center provides numerous resources to assist students in their career searches.
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Employers
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Career Center Staff
Meet the ComArtSci Career Center Staff
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