Career Clothing Closet

Fall 2026: Walk-in Hours August 27–December 11, 2026

Mondays 12–2pm and 4–5pm

Tuesdays 1–5pm

Wednesdays 12–2pm and 4–5pm

Thursdays 10am–12pm

And by appointment

Ties in the Career Clothing Closet

(Photo by Justin Hayworth/Grinnell College)

The Center for Careers, Life, and Service is pleased to present the Career Clothing Closet. By appointment during the summer and adding walk-in hours during the semester, the Closet offers all students free professional attire for interviews, career fairs, formal events, working in an office, or any career-related function, both on- and off-campus. Closet items are gently used or new donations, available for students to pick up and keep.

Alumni, families, community members, faculty, and staff looking for a creative way to support students are encouraged to donate to the Closet. Please review our Donation Guidelines. Thank you!

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