Lincoln University Career Fair Connects Students With Employers
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Jefferson City, MO 65101

Lincoln University of Missouri’s (LU) College of Arts & Sciences, alongside the College of Agriculture, Environmental and Human Science (CAEHS), recently had its annual career fair. Held in the Scruggs University Center ballroom, vendors represented private firms, nonprofits, university programs and government agencies, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Missouri Department of Agriculture and several other state departments
“We’re wanting students to get exposure to not just local, but big-name employers,” said Daniel Buechter, LU’s student employment and internship specialist. “We want to get as many good opportunities as possible for students.”
The Association of Public Health Laboratories highlighted its Jefferson City office, which houses newborn screening and immunology units. The screening unit tests for more than 75 genetic diseases to improve infant health, while the immunology unit tracks outbreaks and develops new vaccines.
A representative from Lincoln University Graduate Studies informs a student of the post-graduation options available at Lincoln.
Husch Blackwell LLP, a law firm headquartered in Kansas City with an office in Jefferson City, offered branded pens and pamphlets to students listing positions in marketing, billing, IT, client development and administration. The firm employs more than 2,200 people and offers remote positions with equipment, internet stipends and office furniture reimbursement.
Farm Journal, an agricultural media company founded in 1877, also participated. The Kansas City–based firm produces podcasts, radio broadcasts and online shows focused on agriculture and has divisions in crops, livestock, sustainability and conservation. The company made their name memorable by offering students branded cups and cow-shaped stress balls. Also on their table was a copy of the very first newsletter the company produced. Representatives said they were pleased with student interest.
“By the end of the event, about 15 students had stopped by — most of them agriculture majors,” said Farm Journal representative Krystel Rummans. “We were really happy about how it turned out. I’m sure we’ll come back next year.”
Lincoln University also promoted its graduate programs, including master’s degrees in history, education in counseling, business administration, nursing and sustainable agriculture.
By bringing together state agencies, private employers and university programs, the fair provided students with valuable networking opportunities and a clearer view of the diverse career paths their degrees can lead to.