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Welcome to the Office of Career and Life Design

Holistic Graduate-Level Career & Professional Development
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Career Exploration

Consult with a career advisor, register for career design courses, access exploration tools and career transition guides, view our Alumni@Work series and find out how to start your career in a new industry.

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Skills Development

Through targeted workshops, one-on-one consultations and sequential skill-development programs, students can enhance skills essential for career success.

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Internships & Experiences

Enrich your time at The University of Texas at Austin with internships and experiences through the Office of Career & Life Design.

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Job Search

Our resources include job search preparation, advice for academic career preparation and networking nights to connect you with alumni, employers and industry professionals.

Upcoming Events

Telling your Professional Story: A Center for Teaching and Learning Workshop

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Scheduled
Tuesday March 4, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.236
Prepare for the Empower Your Pitch competition in this interactive session! Attendees will learn strategies for using elements of storytelling to accessibly share the highlights of your current research and teaching practices with a broad audience.

Break into Data Alumni Panel

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Scheduled
Tuesday March 4, 2025, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.236
What does it take to break into data? What’s it like to do data engineering at an enterprise scale – or at a startup? Join the Office of Career and Life Design for a panel conversation with graduate alumni working across the data pipeline, and learn about the range of careers and opportunities in data.

Interviewing Skills for Graduate Students & Postdocs

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Scheduled
Wednesday March 5, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.142 - Classrooms ABC
Join us for an insightful workshop designed to enhance your interviewing skills and boost your confidence. This session will cover essential strategies to help you demonstrate your fit for various roles.

International Job Search Summit (In-Person & Virtual)

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Scheduled
Wednesday March 5, 2025, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.142 - Classrooms ABC
Are you an international graduate student or trainee looking to navigate career opportunities in the U.S.? This summit is designed to help you get the best positioned for success! Hear from outstanding international alumni across various industries as they share their insights, experiences and career journeys.
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Explore Alumni Careers

Carrie Andersen

Carrie Andersen, Ph.D.

Senior Content Strategy Manager
Wayfair
Ph.D. American Studies

Jorge Vazquez Anderson

Jorge Vazquez Anderson, Ph.D.

Project Leader
Boston Consulting Group
Ph.D. Chemical Engineering

Robert Carroll

Robert Carroll, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Instruction, UT-Austin
Communication Coach, UT MBA+ Program
Content Writer and Associate Speaker Coach, Duarte Inc.
Ph.D. Interpersonal Communication

Sarah Celentano

Sarah Celentano, Ph.D.

Chairman's Council Manager
New-York Historical Society
Ph.D. Art History

Laura Cortez

Laura Cortez, Ph.D.

CEO & Founder
Cortez Consulting
Ph.D. Higher Education

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Read the Newsletter

Each week, the Office of Career & Life Design sends a newsletter to graduate students and postdocs with career resources, opportunities, jobs and more!