Dress for Success — for Free!

Need professional clothing for an interview, career fair, or internship? Visit HCC’s Career Closet Pop-Up Shop and shop for free! Since 2018, the Career Closet has served an average of 200 students annually. This special event offers students access to gently used, career-ready attire so you can make a great first impression without the stress of shopping on a budget.

Upcoming Event Dates

✤ November 18, 19, and 20 | 10 am – 2pm | Student Center, Upper Dining
✤ March 17, 18, and 19 | 10 am – 2pm | Student Center, Upper Dining

Items are available to HCC students by private appointment as needed.

What to Expect

• Free professional clothing (yours to keep!)
• On-site career style tips
• Confidence boost for your next big opportunity
   

The event is open to all students, no appointment needed, but Student ID is required. Each student may select up to five free items. Come early for the best selection — and walk out ready to shine.

Help by Donating

HCC’s Career Development, Internship and Job Services Office conducts an annual clothing drive from mid-September to March 30th each. The donated items are made available, free of charge, to students who are preparing for internships and employment opportunities. Thanks to many generous donations from the greater Hagerstown community, a Career Closet Pop-Up Shop is typically held in the Fall and Spring semesters.

The HCC Career Closet accepts donations of clean, gently used professional clothing and accessories for either a job interview, networking event, or starting a new career. Acceptable items include jackets, shirts, blouses, skirts, dresses, pants, suits, shoes, ties, scarves, and jewelry/accessories. All sizes are needed, from extra small to plus size, Petite, as well as Big and Tall.

Donation Locations

Donation collection boxes are located in Hagerstown at the following locations:

• HCC Main Campus (11400 Robinwood Drive) (Campus Map)
  • Administration & Student Affairs Building (ASA)
  • Career Programs Building (CPB)
  • Student Center (STC)
• Meritus, Main Hospital Entrance (11116 Medical Campus Road)
• Washington County Public Schools, Central Office (10435 Downsville Pike)
   

For more information, contact the Career Development Services Coordinator at internshipandjobservices@hagerstowncc.edu or 240-500-2260