Career Development

Mission and Goals

The Career Development Center is a comprehensive career planning and employment services hub for Del Mar College students and alumni of all majors and classifications, providing one point of contact to expedite the recruiting efforts of companies and organizations. The Career Development Center supports the college's strategic planning process by improving job readiness and knowledge of services.

Whether you are a new, current student or alumni member, the Career Development Office is ready to help you plan for and achieve your career goals! Through individual appointments with professional staff, workshops, and special events, you can make your dream a reality!

What's Available?

• Career Counseling, Exploration and Planning
• Handshake - Job Portal for DMC students and alumni
• Professional Headshots & LinkedIn Profile assistance
• Individual appointments and weekly walk-in hours 
• Resume & Cover letter assistance
• Mock interviews for interview practice and critique
• Career & College Center (Harvin Center- Room 174) for work on résumés, cover letters and job search
• Access to online resources for career search: Career Coach, Jung's Typology, O'Net, Bureau of Labor Statistic
• College Transfer Guidance
• Employer Panels and Informational Sessions
• On Campus Interviews
• Career Fairs and Hiring Events
• College and Transfer Fairs

Resume Express Review

Need Help with Your Resume?

Drop in to the Career Development Office between 1:00pm-5:00pm and meet with a Career Counselor for a quick resume review!

• Walk-Ins Welcomed
• Resume Feedback
• Career Guidance

Services available at all three campuses as follows:

• Mondays at Heritage Campus: Harvin Center, Rm. 174
• Tuesdays at Oso Creek Campus: Main Building, Rm. 317
• Thursdays at Windward Campus: Health Science 3, Rm. 206 & 207

For more information or questions, contact us at 361-698-2692 or careerdev@delmar.edu.

Events and Workshops

EVENTS

• Culinary, Hospitality & STEM Career Fair: February 23rd from 1:30 - 4:30 pm at the Oso Creek Campus Culinary Arts. Bldg Tres Grace Room  
• Networking Event: April 15th from 5:30 - 7:00 pm at the Heritage Campus Harvin Center Bldg. Retama Room

Workshops

Heritage Campus:

• Career Vision Board Workshop: February 11th from 11 am - 1 pm in the Harvin Center, room 190
• Resume Writing & Job Search Strategies: February 16th from 1 -2 pm in the Harvin Center, room 190
• Network is your Networth: March 25th from 1 -2 pm in the Harvin Center, room 190 
• Resume Writing & Interview Prep: April 8th from 1 -2 pm in the Harvin Center, room 190

Oso Creek Campus:

• Career Treasure Hunting: February 12th from 11 - 12 pm in Main Bldg., room 317
• "Wear Your Strengths: Career Affirmation Bracelet Workshop: March 24th from 11 -12 pm in Main Bldg. room 317
• Framing Your Future: April 14th from 11 -12 pm in Main Bldg. room 317 

Windward Campus:

• Vision Board Workshop: April 8th from 11-1 pm in Health Sciences Building room 251