Utilize this career management system to discover new job, internship, work study opportunities and register for workshops/events!
Every Tuesday from 2 - 4 p.m. and Wednesday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
While at Clayton State, your job is to explore. To discover your strengths and define what you want to do with them. To seize opportunities that come your way. Our job in Career and Professional Development is to help make all of that possible for you.
At every stage of your college career, we provide the resources you need for success both during your time here and in your professional life after graduation. From resume building and interview guidance to career fairs, internships and career coaching, there is no shortage of pathways to making your dream real. Let’s get started!
Laker CareerZone
Upcoming Events
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Internships Information
Internships integrate knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skills development in a professional setting. Internships give students the opportunity to gain valuable applied experience and make connections in professional fields they are considering for career paths; and give employers the opportunity to guide and evaluate talent.
Career Exploration
Career Decisions
Clayton State Majors and Related Careers
Interests
Personality
Skills and Abilities
Salary
Career Decisionss
Steppingblocks
Steppingblocks is an online career exploration platform. Students, faculty, and staff have access to a 20-question personality assessment, a career path explorer, an institutional outcomes explorer, and a tuition analyzer.
Online Career Guide
This online resource is full of tips, advice and samples regarding career assessments, job search strategies, resume and cover letter development, interviewing, social media and dressing for success.
Laker Link Career
MENTORING PROGRAM
Our program directors work with you to make sure that you take the courses you need for your degree plan. They’re experts at navigating program-completion requirements and can help keep you on track as you work toward graduation.
Career Videos
Thousands of videos! Industry professionals sharing their job descriptions, backgrounds and preparation advice. “Get Hired” advice videos on interviewing, resume writing, and many more topics to help you land that job!
Big Interview
Use Big Interview video and virtual tutorial to develop and practice interviewing skills with unlimited interview practice sessions.
Professional Clothing Closet
The Professional Clothing Closet provides a way for Clayton State University students to access FREE professional attire appropriate for career fairs, interviews, and the workplace. Inventory includes suits, blazers, skirts, button-down shirts, and more. Our goal is to help students look their best throughout their job search so they can make a positive impression as they enter the professional world!
Clothing Donations: Transform Your Closet Cleaning into Life-Changing Opportunities! Contact us for more information on your planned donation.
Corporate Partners
Student Spotlight
Contact Career and Professional Development
Location: Edgewater Hall, Suite 228
Phone: (678) 466-5400
Fax: (678) 466-5468
Email: career@clayton.edu
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.