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Welcome to the Office of Career and Life Design

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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.

Skills Development

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

Internships & Experiences

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

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.

Courses and Resources

Exploring your career options? Register for a zero-credit career design course, review career transition guides, access exploration tools and more.

Upcoming Events

Archer Graduate Fellowship Information Session- General Audience

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Scheduled

Wednesday September 3, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.142 - Classroom C

Join us for a general information session about the Graduate Archer Fellowship Program. The Graduate Archer Fellowship Program provides graduate students from across The University of Texas System with a unique opportunity to live, learn and intern in our nation’s capital during the summer.

Job and Internship Search Bootcamp

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Scheduled

Friday September 5, 2025, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.142 - Classrooms ABC

Ready to launch your job or internship search? This hands-on bootcamp will help you find opportunities, strengthen your application materials and build your professional network.

Coffee and Connections Hour for International Students

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Scheduled

Tuesday September 9, 2025, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.134 Conference Room

Are you an international graduate student or postdoc eager to brew up success in your career journey? Look no further! Join us for an invigorating and enlightening experience at the Coffee and Connections Hour, where meaningful conversations blend perfectly with coffee.

Resume Writing Workshop

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Scheduled

Thursday September 11, 2025, 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm

Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.142 - Classrooms ABC

Learn how to craft a compelling resume that highlights your graduate training and transferable skills. This interactive workshop will guide you through formatting, tailoring to job descriptions, and writing accomplishment-driven statements.

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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!