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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

Coffee and Connections Hour for International Students

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Scheduled

Tuesday November 18, 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.

International Job Search Summit

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Scheduled

Thursday November 20, 2025, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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

Join us for a dynamic and empowering event designed specifically for international students and scholars navigating the global job market.

Open to Work: Careers in Technology and Software Development

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Scheduled

Friday December 5, 2025, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Perry-Castañeda Library (PCL)

Are you ready to take the next step in your tech career? Join us for Open to Work, an interactive event designed to help students explore pathways in technology and software development.

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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!