Career Services

Employment Assistance
Our Career Services Department assists eligible students in locating and securing part-time, freelance, and field-related employment at no additional charge to the student. While The Art Institute of Charleston provides career assistance to eligible students, it does not guarantee employment.

Full-Time Job Search
As students approach graduation, they will work directly with a Career Services professional who will help them to focus their job search. Students are given assistance in portfolio and résumé preparation, as well as practice for interviews and salary negotiations. The Art Institute of Charleston develops and maintains employer contacts through participation at industry events, networking, promotional materials, recruiting events, on-campus job fairs, and telemarketing. We also hold Portfolio Review Days to promote students to prospective employers. Each student's Career Services Advisor will work directly and in collaboration with the student to market the student to employers.

Part-Time Job Search
A Career Services Advisor will work with eligible students to assist them in securing part-time and/or freelance employment while they are in school. Students who register with the Career Services Department receive assistance in completing job applications, preparing résumés and cover letters, and interviewing skills. Career Services Advisors will provide registered students with appropriate job leads. The student is expected to follow-up on all leads accepted and report progress to his or her advisor.

Graduate Placement Information
The Art Institute of Charleston may provide system-wide graduate placement information for all Art Institutes graduates. For specific placement data, contact the Director of Career Services.