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The Career Development Center serves a diverse population of students and alumni as they identify, pursue, and achieve their personal, career, and educational goals. We provide developmental student-focused services, resources, and access to exploratory experiences that meet changing individual and societal needs.

Dressing for the Interview


Women Should Wear:

  • Navy, charcoal gray, black or pinstrip suit, no extreme slits.
  • Polished and closed toe shoes, basic dark pumps with medium or low heels (no higher than 2"), no high heels or platform shoes.
  • Choose between a brief case or small shoulder bag, (not both).
  • Nails subtle if polished, clean and not chipped.
  • Neutral color sheer hosery
  • A minimal amount of make-up.
  • Simple and basic jewelry.
  • Light perfume, if any.


    Men should wear:
  • Navy, charcoal gray, black, or pin-stripe suit.
  • Solid white shirt.
  • Conservative tie, simple and neat.
  • No earrings, flashy cuff links, rings or neck chains.
  • Over the calf dark socks.
  • Shined dress shoes. Tassel loafers, wing tip or lace shoes preferred.
  • Clean nails
  • No strong fragrant cologne.



    Other tips:

  • Bring a quality pen
  • No smoking or chewing gum
  • Wear no more than one ring with exception of wedding set.
  • Remember to TURN OFF cell phones and pagers before going in to an interview.
  • Bring a pad holder that contains extra copies of your resume and reference list.




    Updated: 06/2007