Benefits of Joining

Employer Exposure

• Professional presentations from Houston’s top companies.
• A chance to mingle with HR personnel that actually make hiring decisions.
• Build a level of comfort with company executives well before an interview.

Professional Guidance

• Learn from Alumni what it takes to make it in the IT field.
• Learn from professional HR recruiters what top companies are looking for in new hires.

A Stronger Resume

• Students that interact and participate with a student organization are sought after by employers.
• Assistance in resume-writing to help reflect each member’s highest potential.

MISSO Resume CD

• This compilation of member resumes is distributed to our corporate partners and used as a powerful recruiting tool.

Peer Networking

• Weekly presentations and socials provide opportunities to meet other students in the IT field.
• Special events such as the MISSO Bowling Tournament, MISSO Day in the Park, and the Banquet.
• Interact with professors and alumni to establish long-term relationships.

Learning Workshops

• Learn about new technologies.
• Brush up before the next big test.
• Resume & Interview workshops to prepare members before the Career Fair.

Leadership Opportunities

• MISSO Officers are elected by members each semester.
• Committees allow new members to work together and build leadership experience.