Welcome to the Graduate 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.

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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

International Graduate Student and Postdoc Job Search Summit

Event Status
Scheduled
Wednesday October 14, 2026, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.142 - Classrooms ABC
This event prepares international graduate students and postdocs for their transition to the professional working work outside of academia.

Expedia Site Visit & Networking

Event Status
Scheduled
Friday October 16, 2026, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Off-Campus
Expedia welcomes UT Austin advanced degree students for an interactive site visit focused on understanding how to translate academic training into industry impact. Participants will gain insights into the day-to-day work of Expedia professionals, learn how to approach interviews, and explore careers in user experience research and related roles. With a significant presence in Austin, Expedia powers more than 200 travel sites across 70 countries and supports millions of trips each year.

Community Organization Information Session

Event Status
Scheduled
Tuesday October 20, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Virtual
CONNECT matches UT Masters and PhD students and Postdoctoral scholars with community organizations to complete data, research and program evaluation projects. Join our upcoming virtual information session to learn more about CONNECT, discover how the program can benefit you and get inspired by past projects.

Archer Graduate Fellowship Program Application Drop-Ins

Event Status
Scheduled
Wednesday October 21, 2026, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.142 - Classroom C
Stop by our drop-in hours to receive individualized Graduate Archer Fellowship application support from a career advisor.
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Each week, the Graduate Office of Career & Life Design sends a newsletter to graduate students and postdocs with career resources, opportunities, jobs and more!

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