Your resumé and cover letter are your first impression, and we're constantly refining our approach to ensure you stand out. We'll help you craft documents that not only wow recruiters, but also skillfully navigate the AI screeners so many companies use today.

As a Moore School business student, your Blackboard account unlocks access to the Moore School Career Management Community. This exclusive hub features nearly two dozen major- and career-specific resumé and cover letter templates to get you started. Dive in to explore a wealth of resources, including:

• General Business Resumé Template
• Consulting Resumé Template
• Finance Resumé Template
• Cover Letter Template
• Cover Letter Checklist

Instantly Optimize Your Application with Jobscan (Master's Students Only)
Take the guesswork out of tailoring your application. Jobscan  is an automated review tool that compares your résumé and cover letter against specific job descriptions. It helps you optimize your documents to catch the eye of recruiters and applicant tracking systems (ATS).

Let's face it, interviews can feel intimidating. Our goal is to ensure you walk into every interview prepared, confident and ready to impress. We offer powerful tools to help you shine:

Practice Makes Perfect with Big Interview
Big Interview is your secret weapon for interview success. This dynamic platform uses practice questions, video guides and expert insights to give you an edge. From mock interviews and the intuitive Answer Builder, to AI-powered feedback, Big Interview provides the comprehensive preparation you need.

Conquer Case Interviews with CaseQuestions.com
Especially for consulting roles, case interviews can be tough without practice. CaseQuestions.com offers interactive software with a wide variety of case questions, allowing you to hone your problem-solving skills and walk into your case interview feeling prepared.

Feeling unsure where to begin your job search, or perhaps you're a grad student looking to pivot fields? The OCM has you covered. We help you define your path and identify companies that truly align with your goals.

Uncover Industry Insights with Vault
Vault  is a massive platform packed with guides on everything from company rankings and industry trends to networking tips and interview strategies. It's an invaluable resource for anyone conducting a job search, with company overviews particularly useful for finding organizations that match your values.

Expand Your Network with Career Shift
Career Shift is designed to help you go beyond traditional job boards. It empowers you to find unlisted jobs, identify key contacts at target companies, and even manage your applications (résumés, cover letters, and outreach) in one organized place.

Real Data for Real Decisions: Gamecock Gradstats & Undergraduate Majors Report
Curious about what careers best fit your personality, or what recent graduates with your major are doing now?
Gamecock Gradstats offers a custom personality profile along with invaluable data on salaries, jobs, and career paths of USC students.
The Undergraduate Majors Report provides direct insight into what recent Moore School graduates are earning, where they're working, and more, directly from our latest placement surveys.

Networking isn't about making awkward cold calls; it's about building genuine connections and seeking advice. It's a powerful way to gain an edge in your job search, and we'll show you how.

Leverage Career Shift for Strategic Outreach
As mentioned earlier, Career Shift isn't just for finding jobs; it's also a robust tool for identifying and connecting with industry professionals, helping you expand your network effectively.

Connect with Alumni on Moore Connect
The Moore School boasts tens of thousands of alumni working across the globe. Many are eager to share their insights and even open doors for current students. Moore Connect is essentially LinkedIn for the Moore School community – an exclusive platform where you can build your profile and connect with our vast alumni network.

Whether you're looking for general opportunities, international roles, or quick micro-internships, the Moore School ensures you have access to the right platforms for every job search scenario.

Your Central Hub: Handshake
If you've taken BADM 301, you're already familiar with Handshake. This is the university's primary platform for job postings and career events, with new opportunities added daily. Regularly check Handshake for everything from on-campus employer visits to industry panels and our major Business Expos.

Exclusive for Master's Candidates: 12Twenty
12Twenty is an exclusive platform for our master's degree candidates, offering curated jobs that align with your advanced education and experience. It also provides valuable insights on offer timelines and salaries, and it's where you'll schedule appointments with your career coach.

Navigate Career Fairs with Career Fairs Plus
Primarily active around the Business Expos, Career Fairs Plus provides essential information, job links, and event maps for registered employers. It's your key to preparing for and maximizing your success at these crucial networking events.

Explore Your Interests with Parker Dewey Micro-Internships
Early in your career exploration? Unsure about industries or company culture? Parker Dewey Micro-Internships offer a fantastic way to gain short-term, paid professional experience. These projects provide valuable insight into potential career paths, helping you refine your interests and build your résumé.

Global Opportunities with Interstride
Searching for jobs internationally can be complex. Interstride simplifies the process, allowing you to search for jobs worldwide (including the U.S.), filter by company size, visa sponsorship history, required experience, and more. It's an invaluable resource for both international students seeking U.S. opportunities and domestic students looking to work abroad.

While the OCM is your premier career resource, the university offers a wealth of additional support to enhance your job search journey.

The OCM: Your Premier Career Partner
Not to brag, but the Moore School's Office of Career Management truly is the premier career services office on campus. We offer personalized in-person or virtual appointments for everything from résumé development and interviewing skills to salary negotiation techniques. Plus, we bring hundreds of top recruiters to the Darla Moore School of Business each year, creating unparalleled opportunities for you to connect with your future employer.

Research Power at the Thomas Cooper (T-Coop) Library
The main campus library is more than just books. It's a hub for study rooms, subject matter experts, and research assistance. The USC Career Center, located in the lower level, also offers a non-business specific perspective on your job search.

Your Business Research Advantage: The Business Library
An often-underused gem right here in the Moore School is our own Business Library. Dive into articles, journals, and business databases, or even schedule an appointment with a subject specialist. It's an incredible resource for market research and company analysis.

Connect with Mentors: Moore School & USC Mentor Programs
Mentorship can be a game-changer for your career development.

• Moore School Mentor Program: Get connected with an experienced Moore School alumnus who can offer guidance and support. Each fall and spring, the DMSB Alumni Office pairs students with mentors. You'll need an active Moore Connect profile, then reach out to Corey Mikels to register.
• USC Mentorship Hub: Looking for a mentor outside of business? USC Mentorship Hub connects you with alumni from across the entire university.

Sharpen Your Communication Skills: Center for Business Communication & USC Writing Center
Effective communication is critical in business.

• Center for Business Communication (CBC): The Moore School's in-house writing and presentation support service. As one of the first business communication centers in the U.S. with faculty consultants, the CBC offers free, expert consultations for any communication project, at any stage.
• USC Writing Center: Committed to helping students across all disciplines become better writers, offering collaborative learning and writing resources.

Academic Support: Student Success Center
If you're ever struggling academically or need help with a specific project, the Student Success Center is your one-stop shop. They offer peer tutoring, supplemental instruction, peer writing support, and more.

Support for Our International Students: International Student and Scholar Support
Being an international student comes with unique challenges. The International Student Support Center is your resource for visa questions, living tips in Columbia, and general inquiries. They are here to help ensure your success and well-being.

Employers will be hosting their events on a variety of platforms, so students are encouraged to monitor Handshake to see what employers post on their event pages. You can also visit our news and events page for event, job and internship highlights.

Career EXPO is held in the spring and fall semesters.

The Moore School Office of Career Management is happy to present workshops and presentations on a wide array of career development topics to classes, student organizations, clubs, fraternities, sororities or residence halls during the academic year. Student organizations may request a workshop with this form.

If you need a quiet space for a virtual interview, there are a limited number of rooms available. You must make a reservation to use the rooms. To make a reservation, follow these steps:

1. Email carolyn.black@moore.sc.edu with: interview date, start time and end time. You may also call the OCM front desk at 803-777-0149 to reserve an interview room.
2. You will receive a confirmation email with the room number.
3. Check in at the Office of Career Management's front desk and you will be taken to your interview room.

If you would like to set up a virtual appointment with your career coach, you can email them directly to schedule a time to meet. You can find your major's career coach on the contact us page.