R'Professional Career Closet
At the University of California, Riverside, and the heart of the Career Center, is career readiness...
The R’Professional Career Closet was designed to provide students with the tools to prepare for the workforce through creating access to professional attire for interviews, career fairs, and/or networking events. Our goal is to prepare UCR students to be competitive as they transition from education to employment by eliminating any and all barriers. Come visit the R’Professional Career Closet located in the Bear’s Den (HUB 105) during our open hours.
Fall 2025 Hours of Operations*
Monday: 10:00 AM - 1:00PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
*The R'closet will be closed from in SUMMER, and will reopen on September 29th.
*Hours subject to change based on staff availability.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to connect, inspire, and empower all UC Riverside students to become the most career-ready talent in the global workplace.
How it Works
- Current UCR students can come into the R'Professional Career Closet located in the Bear's Den (HUB 105) during opening hours to choose up to three professional clothing items (or one outfit) per quarter.
- Students can take these items at absolutely no cost to them when they fill out an electronic check out form and show their student ID during their visit.
How to Help
Donations
If you have professional clothing you can spare, please donate it to R’Professional Career Closet. Your clothing will go to a student who is interviewing for a job but doesn’t have appropriate business attire. To donate your gently used professional attire, sign up for an upcoming donation drive or schedule by appointment only with our interns for a drop off date through this Community Partner Donation Request Form
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Donation Requirements
Clothing should be:
- Clean
- Free of tears and stains
- Ready to wear
- Good to excellent quality
- Purchased within the last five years and/or current with fashion
- Appropriate for an interview
Ideas for Donations:
- Two piece suits
- Jackets and blazers
- Blouses and dress shirts
- Dress pants and skirts
- Business dresses
*Clothing that does not meet the above criteria will be donated.
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Make a Financial Contribution
Make a Financial Contribution
Your financial donations to the R'Professional Career Closet will have a direct and transformative impact on students. Your support reduces financial burdens, fosters inclusivity, and creates a lasting positive effect on students' careers and lives.
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Organize a Clothing Drive
Organize a Clothing Drive
Rally your work colleagues and/or members of your professional association to make it a group collection. We will provide donation boxes and marketing materials as well as coordinate drop-off/pick-up accommodations. Contact our R’Professional Career Closet team at rprofessionalcareercloset@gmail.com for further details.
Collaborate with us!
Thank you for your interest in partnering with the R’Professional Career Closet! Our team is always excited to collaborate with campus departments and organizations to help students access professional attire and resources. We welcome a variety of collaboration opportunities, such as:
- Borrowing a rack of blazers for your own event—perfect for a professional headshot day or an “interview-ready” style showcase.
- Hosting a private visit to the R’Professional Career Closet, where your students or members can learn about our services and check out items.
- Organizing a student-run clothing donation drive in partnership with our team.
There are many ways to get involved, and we’re happy to explore what best fits your goals! To get started, please complete our Collaboration Request Form at least 2–3 weeks in advance. A member of our team will follow up with additional details and next steps.