DSPT Career Services

The Tri-School Career Development Director offers a range of career development and placement services to Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology (DSPT) students. Alumni may also access some of these services.

Helpful DSPT Career Links

• Careers for Students of Philosophy {pdf}
• Careers for Students of Theology {pdf}
• Job Opportunities
• Career Links
• ASDSPT blog {external link} (for Diocese of Oakland Job Openings)
• Student Jobs at DSPT/GTU

Career Workshops and Panels

Career development workshops, designed to provide assistance with planning and implementing a job search, including resume writing, research, networking and interviewing, are offered on a regular basis. Paul Kircher also hosts panels in which DSPT alumni and other professionals the opportunity to share their experience in career paths related to philosophy and theology, such as teaching and ministerial postitions.

Career Advising

The Tri-School Career Development Director is available to meet with students and alumni individually for career and job search assistance.

Alumni who are not located in the Bay Area may arrange to meet by telephone or through e-mail correspondence.

Job Announcements

Selected job opportunities are posted on our website, along with links to other websites with further career information. Diocese of Oakland job openings are also posted on the ASDSPT blog {external link} . Contact to recieve additional job announcements by e-mail.

Part-Time Opportunities

Students are sometimes interested in part-time employment to help finance their education or to gain more experience in a field related to their studies. The Career Director also circulates part-time job announcements and is available for advising about possible opportunities that match students' skills and interests.

Alumni Networks

Alumni networks are forming to cultivate professional development and to offer mentoring to current students. Contact the Career Director for more information.