Career and Professional Development

Considering graduate school or medical school after completing your undergraduate degree?

Tackling the admissions requirements for each of the schools you are interested in can be daunting, especially while you are finishing up your last year of undergraduate work. Let us help you navigate the different requirements, gather all necessary documentation, and prep for graduate entrance exams. You are not alone in this process.

Schedule an appointment with the Dalton State Graduate School Advisor today.

Schedule a Graduate School Prep Appointment

RESUME REVIEW

Whether you are looking for an internship, part-time job, full-time position, work study opportunity, or simply need it for a class assignment, we are here to help you create and/or polish your resume, curriculum vitae (CV), cover letter, and/or career essays.

We will provide you with career resources, advice, tips, and more. The advisor will go over each section of your document with you to determine what is the best information to put forward. Meet with a Career Advisor by booking a one-on-one appointment.

INTERVIEWING 101

Do not let the stress of interviewing diminish your confidence and knowledge of the position.

If you are not sure how to present yourself, how to answer interview questions, or simply need a pep talk before the big day, we are here to help! We will sit down with you and go over general questions in your field and how you can prepare for those more tricky questions.

My Interview Practice

Students now have access to a FREE Virtual Mock Interview Simulator! My Interview Practice allows students to practice Technical and Behavioral/Scenario type questions from the comfort of their own home.

1. Go to My Interview Practice.
2. Create a free student account using your DSC email address.
3. When you get the confirmation email, click the link in the email and login.
4. Practice with two types of simulators:
   1. General Interview Simulator: This simulator allows you to practice general type questions that you may be asked in a real interview.
   2. Interview by Industry: This simulator allows you to choose the industry/major that you are pursuing and select an occupation to interview for.  These include more specific questions related to the field you are interviewing for.

Not sure what to wear? No need to worry. We provide tips on proper professional wear and even have a Career Closet on campus where you can pick out an outfit at no cost.

Schedule a Resume Review

Schedule an Interview Prep Appointment

Whether you are looking for an internship, part-time job, full-time position, or even an on campus work study opportunity, we have got you covered.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:

During Spring 2022, Dalton State College transitioned from Purple Briefcase to the HANDSHAKE, "the #1 way college students get jobs!"  Students/Alumni can activate their account to discover and land jobs & internships, connect with your peers for tips and advice, and get career-building resources and access to events all in one place. 

Handshake

Also, check the weekly "Job Alert" email that comes from career@daltonstate.edu for more opportunities and announcements.

Need help?

career@daltonstate.edu

Whether you do not own any professional wear, are missing some pieces, or simply need a professional opinion on your upcoming interview attire, we have got you covered. LITERALLY!

Dalton State College has a Career Closet that is full of professional wear at no cost to our students. This resource is located in the The Nest in the lower part of the Pope Student Center and can be accessed Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Stop by today and check out the selection.

• Suits

• Button-ups

• Blouses

• Skirts/Dresses

• Shoes

• Belts

• Ties

• Blazers

For questions:

nest@daltonstate.edu 

Have professional wear clothes you would like to donate to the Career Closet? Great, we'll take them! Drop them off in The Nest anytime Monday-Thursday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Did you know that Dalton State College has a Career Management System for all opportunities including internships, part-time jobs, full-time careers, and on campus work study positions. Dalton State's students are directed there for any and all opportunities available to them.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:

During Spring 2022, Dalton State College transitioned from Purple Briefcase to the HANDSHAKE, "the #1 way college students get jobs!"  Employers can connect with Dalton State via Handshake and post their opportunities, search for/recruit qualified candidates, and even register for upcoming career events. 

Instructions for setting up your Free Employer Account

HANDSHAKE

As always, thank you for thinking of our students! For assistance or questions:

career@daltonstate.edu

Dalton State College offers several degrees, including certificates, associates, and bachelors.

Our current students are always looking for internship opportunities and our graduates are ready to take on their careers at your company/organization.  Wanna know what our students are educated and trained in?  See all our majors and programs below by clicking on the school of choice:

School of Education

School of Health Professions

School of Arts & Sciences

Wright School of Business

Quick Facts Fall 2021

National Recognition for Dalton State

• Best Return on Investment
  • #23 (tie) among U.S. Colleges - Business Insider
• Contribution to Public Good
  • #51 among U.S. Bachelor's Colleges - Washington Monthly
• Great College to Work For
  • -MonderThink, LLC

Student Profile

• Total Students: 4,794
• Dual Enrollment: 389
• First Generation College Students: 50%
• Worldwide: 39 nations and 24 states
• Time Commitment:
  • 61% Full Time Enrollment
  • 39% Part Time Enrollment
• Average Age: 22
• Enrollment by County:
  • Whitfield: 46%
  • Gilmer: 3%
  • Walker: 7%
  • Gordon: 9%
  • Catoosa: 11%
  • Murray: 11%
  • Other GA/Out of State: 13%
• Ethnicity:
  • White: 57%
  • Hispanic: 33%
  • Black: 4%
  • Other/Non Disclosed: 6%
• Classroom Profile:
  • Student to Faculty Ration: 19 to 1
  • Average Class Size: 15
• Faculty/Staff Profile:
  • Total Faculty: 249
  • Total Staff: 148
• Degree Profile:
  • 840 Degrees Conferred 2019-2020
  • Bachelor's: 61%
  • Associates: 36%
  • Certificates: 3%
• Degrees Conferred by School:
  • Arts & Sciences - 47%
  • Wright School of Business - 19%
  • Education: 11%
  • Health Professions: 23%
• Majors & Programs:
  • 24 Bachelor's Degrees
  • 9 Associate Degrees
  • 2 Certificates
• Institutional Financial Profile:
  • 40% State Appropriation
  • 18% Tuition & Fees
  • 32% Federal Grants/Contracts
  • 7% Auxiliary
  • 3% Other
  • $22.5M Foundation Endowment
  • Tuition & Fees: $2,162 for In-State/15hrs Per Semester
  • Housing: $2,709-$3,322 per semester
  • Meal Plans: $1,585 per semester
• Financial Student Profile:
  • 78% Receiving Aid
  • 47% Receiving Need Based Aid
  • 67% Graduates completed degrees without taking out student loans

Did You Know?

Among Best colleges for student voting - Washington Monthly
Georgia's First & only Hispanic-Serving institution
Tennessee residents are eligible for Georgia in-state tuition
Society '63 helps alumni with networking and professional development
Turtle assurance colony saves endangered turtle species
Roadrunner trail system provides three miles of beautiful hiking

Information provided by Marketing & Communications March 2021

Unsure of your career path/major?  Then this is the event for you! Come meet Faculty and learn more about their majors, as well as professionals from the community already working in the field.

Career BEEP & GREET

Wednesday, August 24, 2022
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Quad

If you're interested in being one of our professionals who talks about their career with freshmen and sophomores who are still trying to figure out their right fit, then please contact us.

career@daltonstate.edu

Come speak with companies/organizations who are looking to hire our students for internship and part/full time job opportunities. Don't miss this event!

FALL INTERNSHIP & JOB FAIR

Tuesday, August 30, 2022
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Roberts Library | Second Floor

Employers must register for this event on Handshake.

HANDSHAKE

Networking: If you know someone, your chances of getting your foot in the door just went up 80%! Come start making those connections at this event!

"SCHMOOZAPALOOZA" Networking Event

Thursday, October 6, 2022
3 p.m.  to 5 p.m.
Gignilliat Hall | Room 101

If you want to participate in this event and help students network, then please contact us.

career@daltonstate.edu

Thinking about grad school?  If so, come talk to graduate school recruiters about their admissions process and how to make your application competitive.

GRADUATE SCHOOL FAIR

Thursday, October 13, 2022
11 a.m.  to 1 p.m.
Gignilliat Hall | Room 101

Recruiters must register for this event on Handshake.

Handshake

Dalton State College is focused on offering resources to our students to help them succeed in their education and career. 

One of those resources is our Career Closet. Ran on donations, this resource offers students, who do not own or cannot otherwise afford to purchase, PROFESSIONAL WEAR clothing at no cost them. We are always looking for donations of professional wear to fill the closet. If you or anyone in your company, organization, church, family, etc. is willing to donate gently used or brand new professional wear to the Dalton State Career Closet, we will gladly take it.  Any items not kept are donated to Providence Ministries in Dalton, GA.

With your help, our students will look and feel professional and ready for that big interview or business meeting/event. Thank you in advance for your donations!

We accept donations Monday through Thursday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. in the Dean of Students Office located in the Pope Student Center.

For questions:

career@daltonstate.edu