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

Lyondell Basell
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South Dakota DENR
Kiewit
Garmin
Caterpillar
BakerHughes
BurnsMcDonnell
FreeportMcMoRan
EmersonProcessManagement
RESPEC
Rockwell Collins
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LockheedMartin
Halliburton
Daktronics
Innovative Systems
Nucor

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L-3 Communications
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logoPeabody
Cargill
BarrickGold
Raven Industries