CState Career Closet expands student access to free professional attire

Sep 20, 2023

The Cincinnati State Career Closet is overflowing with an array of professional and business casual attire and accessories, for women and men. Students are invited to visit and select clothing– at no charge– for interviews, career fairs, or other professional settings that call for the perfect outfit to make a lasting impression.

The Career Closet is located on the Basement Level of the Main Building (Clifton Campus) and is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.

Women's purses, shoes, and accessories at the Career Closet

During Fall Semester, students can take advantage of expanded services outside of the Career Closet’s regular operating hours.

  • Visit the Career Closet Clothing Rack, in “The Pit” area of the Main Building Basement level, any time.
  • Browse through the items you like.
  • Select your choices, and then scan the provided QR code to complete a brief shopping survey.

    Completing the survey is essential
    , as it helps the Career Closet capture valuable data about the services provided. This data assists in securing grant funds to keep the Career Closet fully operational and well-stocked.

    The Career Closet is a donation-based program supported by the Cincinnati State Foundation and the College’s Office of Advancement.

Co-op Coordinator Brian Hooten, who supervises Career Closet activities, thanked Student Worker Tristan and Student Volunteer Jaden (photo below) for “remarkable work” in helping to transport recent donations to the Career Closet. 

If you have questions about the Career Closet or need assistance, please contact the Career Closet team at careercloset@cincinnatistate.edu or (513) 569-1624.

To make a donation, contact Brian Hooten (brian.hooten@cincinnatistate.edu).

Students Tristan and Jamal moved donated items into the Career Closet
Tristan and Jaden moved recently-Donated Items into the Career Closet
Men's and women's suits on racks at the Career Closet
Many Options are available at no cost for Students “Shopping” at the Career Closet