Students & Alumni

• Research career or major options, using FOCUS2 https://bit.ly/DSCfocus2 (a career interest inventory) and What Can I Do With This Major https://whatcanidowiththismajor.com/ to help learn about options for your interests and abilities. (Focus2 requires an access code which is available in Handshake under Career Center > Resources).
• Visit our Online Resources for additional resources and helpful tools that can be used to research options.

• Resume and cover letter formatting can be industry-specific. Be familiar with the best ways to format and deliver information to potential employers.
• Use the resume and cover letter examples in the Career Guide https://www.flipsnack.com/96F9B6CC5A8/official-dalton-state-career-guide-23-24/full-view.html to get started.

• ******AVOID SCAM JOBS AND EMPLOYERS! PROTECT YOURSELF!******
  • Check Handshake to see if the job is in the system. If it is not, it very well could be fraudulent.
  • Be suspicious if the email does not use a company domain.
  • Never give your confidential information out.
  • Never use your own money for business purposes.
  • Do not cash or deposit employer funds in your account to conduct their business
  • IF IT SOUNDS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE, IT PROBABLY IS!
  • Please consult with CPD staff if you have questions regarding a job posting before applying.
• Job Search Tips
  • Job searching is industry-specific. Be aware of the optimal way to find employment in a chosen field.
  • Attend campus networking events and job fairs. See what opportunities are available on our homepage.
  • Access jobs, internships, and career fairs in https://bit.ly/HandshakeDSC
  • Other useful job search tools you can use are https://linkedin.com/school/dalton-state-college

We do not place students in jobs, we only provide information about job availability. It is up to the student to apply and follow up with the position. We off referrals and are not responsible for any problems incurred as a result of such job referral.

• Interviewing can be an intimidating process. Becoming more confident with the process, and answers to commonly asked questions can help.
• Practice interviewing by completing mock interviews, which can be done online in My Interview Practice. https://bit.ly/DSCmyinterviewpractice

• Utilize Handshake to its full potential!
  • Employers use Handshake to post jobs, review resumes, connect with students, and seek qualified candidates to fill job and intern opportunities.
    • Access Handshake HERE! https://bit.ly/HandshakeDSC
    • Use your Single-Sign-On (SSO) information to sign in and activate your account.
  • DO NOT create a new account. Degree seeking, registered students, already have profiles on Handshake.
    • Complete, or update, your Handshake profile.
    • Upload a resume to Handshake.
    • Make sure employers are able to see you by setting your privacy to Employers, or Community.

• The links at the top of your Handshake page help you navigate easily throughout all the resources!
  • Jobs – You can create and save multiple searches, and even create email alerts for the job searches you create.
  • Events – All events, through CPD, are listed here.
  • Students – You can search and see other student’s profiles to discover how to best market yourself.
  • Messages – Here you will see system messages, such as job opportunities that match your profile.
  • Career Center – This tab provides you access to, events and contact information for CPD. You will also find Resources with links to a digital version of our Career Guide, and links to our online resources.

• Edit your profile by clicking on your initials in the top right corner of your profile and use the menu:
  • Documents – allows you to edit, upload, and delete documents as necessary.
  • Applications/My Interviews – track applications or interviews through the system.
  • Notifications – set what you want to receive notifications for, and how. Don’t miss a thing!
  • Settings & Privacy – make your profile searchable and visible to employers, and other students.

• Do you know our services are FREE to alumni?
  • Interest inventories
  • Individual career coaching
  • Resume development
  • Cover letter writing
  • Interview preparation/Mock interviews
  • Job seeking assistance
  • Access to all our online resources
• *Alumni access, to log into or create your Handshake profile, click HERE! https://bit.ly/HandshakeDSC

Feel free to make an appointment with a Career Advisor today! https://bit.ly/DSCareerAppt