Career & Professional Development
At DSU, career preparation is an important part of the student experience. While academic coursework builds strong knowledge and technical skills, career success also requires planning, experience, and professional development. The Career & Professional Development team provides personalized career advising along with innovative programs, resources, and opportunities to help you explore career paths and build the skills needed for long-term success.
Resources
Handshake
Handshake is the central portal for DSU students and alumni to search for jobs and internships. Opportunities range from on-campus work-study positions to internships and elite professional roles posted by our wide network of business, government, nonprofit, and academic contacts.
Career Closet
The DSU Career Closet, located in the Career & Professional Development Office, offers students free professional attire. This resource supports students as they prepare for career fairs, networking events, interviews, and other professional opportunities. Students are allowed five professional items per year.
The closet is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
If you are cleaning out your closet, donate your clothes to the career closet. The Career Closet accepts new with or without tags and gently used professional items including:
- Clothing
- Dress shoes
- Blazers and suits
- Dress pants
- Dress shirts, blouses, and button ups
- Accessories
- Ties
- Bags (briefcases, padfolios, handbags, laptop bags)
- Jewelry
- Belts
Items can be dropped off at the Career & Professional Development office in the Learning Engagement Center.
12,952
internships and full-time jobs open on Handshake
104,7481
active employers
Career and Internship Fair
The Career and Internship Fair brings DSU students and recent graduates together with employers and recruiters to discuss internships, part-time opportunities, and full-time careers. It’s a great chance to network, learn about organizations, and explore career paths. To help you prepare, the Career & Professional Development Office offers free resume paper and access to the Career Closet, where students can select professional clothing at no cost.
Join us at the next Career and Internship Fair on Wednesday, February 4, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at the DSU Fieldhouse.
Where our graduates go
We’re proud of the results a DSU education delivers. In 2024, 99% of graduates were employed or pursuing further education. Each year, the Office of Career and Professional Development tracks alumni career paths from employment and graduate school to military service and volunteer work highlighting the continued impact of the Trojan community.
Whether you're exploring career options or preparing for a job interview, the Career & Professional Development team is here to help. The office offers career and internship fairs, networking events, on-site recruiting, and workshops, along with personalized support for resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, interview preparation, mentorship connections, and internship opportunities. To learn more or schedule an appointment, contact the Career & Professional Development Office.
Career and Professional Development Office
Contact
Phone: 605-256-5122
Fax: 605-256-5704
Email
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