Professional Development
Empowering Your Global Career Journey
As an international student, you bring unique perspectives, experiences, and skills to the global workforce. We are here to support you every step of the way.
Career Center
The Career Center provides services, resources, and professional networking opportunities. It educates students in the exploration of occupational pathways and in the development of career readiness skills that prepare students to compete in the global market.
Location: 303 Martindale-Cole Student Services Center
Email: office@career.olemiss.edu
Resume Formatting
The Career Center offers resume critiques. Send your resume to office@career.olemiss.edu.
See Resume Tips
Career Fairs
Stay up-to-date on upcoming career fairs.
Practical Training
International students are eligible for Curricular Practical Training and Optional Practical Training. CPT and OPT offers students the opportunity to gain practical experience in their discipline.
Career Closet
The university offers FREE professional clothing items to all Ole Miss students at 303 Martindale-Cole.
Plan for Graduate School
Considering graduate school as the next step in your career? Considers these steps to help set you apart.
- Research universities and degree programs in your field
- Consider location, faculty, research facilities, funding, and visa policies
- Attend graduate school fairs and information sessions, if able
- Academic transcripts
- Standardized test scores (GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, IELTS)
- Letters of recommendation
- Personal statements or statements of purpose
- Resume or CV
Interested in continuing your academic career at Ole Miss? See Admission Requirements
Admissions committees look for well-rounded candidates. You can enhance your application by:
Gaining relevant research, internship, or work experience
Building relationships with faculty who can provide strong recommendations
Getting involved in student organizations or community projects
Develop a compelling narrative
Highlighting your academic and cultural strengths
Review grammar and clarity
Use the Writing Center for support.
Graduate school is an investment. It's important to consider:
Funding options (scholarships, assistantships, fellowships)
Understanding tuition and cost of living
Navigating visa implications for graduate study