About Us

97% of last year’s graduates landed jobs at 178 employers in 33 states plus France, Honduras, and Japan at an average starting salary $68,685. 

There’s a reason our students are in high demand. Through our expansive internship program and one-on-one interview prep and resume review, and year-round workshops and events, we won’t just help you hit the ground running. We’ll give you a competitive edge.

Whether you are a student, alumnus, or employer, we want to connect you to the people and places you need to succeed. Email us to make an appointment today.


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Matthew Hanley

Director of Career Services

Hillary Eaton

Hilary Roman

Assistant Director of Career Services

Location

Career Services
Devereaux Library
South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
501 E. St. Joseph St.
Rapid City, SD  57701
(Main Floor - Offices 213 & 214)

Hours

7:30 AM-4:30 PM, Monday-Friday
Summer Hours: 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, Monday-Friday

Contact Us

careerservices@sdsmt.edu
(605) 394-2667

Our Mission

South Dakota Mines Career Services will successfully engage students in their career and professional development and will foster partnerships to connect students with employers, campus, and the community.



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PLACEMENT



97

PERCENT


342

GRADUATES


178

EMPLOYERS


$68,658

SALARY


33

STATES


Data based on 2020-2021 academic year

Daktronics

Kimberly Clark

Raven Industries
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FreeportMcMoRan
Innovative Systems
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Garmin
Rockwell Collins
EmersonProcessManagement
Cargill
BakerHughes
DowChemical
L-3 Communications
Nucor
Kiewit
RESPEC
logoCoeurMining
Lyondell Basell
BarrickGold
logoPeabody
South Dakota DENR
LockheedMartin
BurnsMcDonnell
Halliburton

 

Caterpillar