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.
Whether you're exploring your career options or gearing up for a life-changing job interview, we've got your back. In addition to hosting career and internship fairs, networking events, onsite recruiting, and interactive workshops, the Career & Professional Development staff can help you:
- Write or edit a resume, cover letter, or CV
- Polish your LinkedIn profile or web portfolio
- Practice in-person or virtual interview techniques
- Find a faculty or professional mentor
- Connect with employers
- Prepare for and find internship opportunities with employers
- and much more
Resources
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.
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.
Career Closet
The Career Closet provides new and gently used professional and business-casual attire to USD students for free. Students are welcome to browse, try on, and keep items to build a professional wardrobe that supports their career goals and future opportunities.
Located in the Career & Professional Development Office in the Learning Engagement Center, the closet is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
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.
Career and Professional Development Office
Contact
Phone: 605-256-5122
Fax: 605-256-5704
Email
Website