Lightning JobSource is the online student resume database, resume referral, and job posting system used by the Career Development Center. Read more below about the benefits of using Lightning JobSource .
Open a Lightning JobSource Account!
Students can:
Upload and publish a resume.
Search full-time, part-time and internship opportunities.
Apply for jobs.
Research employers.
See a calendar of recruiting events.
See dates of upcoming workshops.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I open an
account?
What do I do with my
account once it is active?
How do I maintain my
account?
How long will my
account be active?
How do I search
and apply for jobs?
Where
do I see which employers are going to be on campus?
How do I upload an unofficial transcript?
What
are my responsibilities in using Lightning JobSource?
For more information, please review the Student Quick Start Guide .
How do I open a student account? ( Back to Top )
What do I do with my account once it is active? ( Back to Top )
Here is an outline of the things you should do to make your profile the most effective.
How do I maintain my account? ( Back to Top)
How long will my account be active? ( Back to Top )
An account will generally be active from the time it is open until six months after graduation. At this time, the Career Development Center will notify you that your account is going to become inactive, and if you need further assistance, please contact the office to reactivate your account.
How do I search and apply for jobs? ( Back to Top )
Once you have logged in to Lightning JobSource, Click "job postings" in the top toolbar. Next click "MTSU Job Postings" to see positions posted with the Career Center, or click "NACElink Extended Job Search" to use the built-in job aggregator (not controlled by MTSU Career Center). You can a basic search by keyword, position type, job function, industry, etc., or you can perform an "Advanced Search" for more search criteria.
Where do I see which employers are going to be on campus? ( Back to Top )
Once you have logged in to Lightning JobSource, there is a Calendar on the right side of the page. On the calendar are Interview Schedules, Career Fairs, Employer Information Sessions, and Information Tables, as well as Off-Campus Events. There is also a "calendar" tab in the top toolbar, which allows you to look at a day, week, month, and year view.
When should I sign up for an account? t ( Back to Top)