Helping Students Achieve Greatness

     The University of Mississippi offers its students many opportunities. From sports scholarships to work-study programs, the university offers students every opportunity to achieve greatness. The job location and development program offers students the availability of  jobs to those who do not necessarily have financial need. Along with these opportunities students are able to gain work experience and work skills that could provide them a competitive edge in both school and future careers.

    "The job location and development or JLD works in conjunction with the Federal Work Study Program." said Wesley Dickson, graduate assistant for the JLD.

      The program is a branch of the Career Center on campus. It provides students with off-campus job opportunities. These jobs range from part-time or full-time to temporary work. All students that are currently enrolled in the university may participate. Unlike work-study programs that are supplied by government funds, these jobs are within the community.

     "JLD serves all University of Mississippi students, undergraduate and graduate, regardless of financial need." said Dickinson

      Students that are interested must come into the Career Center and a fill out a student information card in order to sign up. On this card students are to list their name and other contact information along with any specific job that they prefer.

    Employers in the community are encouraged to advertise available positions to the JLD program. The listings are posted on the Career Center office under Employment Opportunities. Available job listings are posted on the Career Center website. Students can access job postings by visiting the Employment Opportunities bulletin board. However, students must come to the Career Center for contact information from the employer. If students are interested in a particular job, they must inquire at the Career Center for more information, said Dickinson. The Career Center gives information such as employer contact information, job description, rate of pay, and work schedule. The student is then responsible for contacting the employers.
   
     "The JLD Program is a free service that offers a variety of advantages to University of Mississippi students. Students can earn money while establishing work histroy, provides students with an expanded awareness of careers in various fields amd teaches students how to balance ad manage their school, work, and personal responsiblities." said Dickinson.

     The Career Center is located inside Martindale Hall.