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Welcome to the Office of Career and Life Design

Request a tailored workshop for your department, class or student group.

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

LinkedIn Lab

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Scheduled

Wednesday February 4, 2026, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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

Take your LinkedIn profile to the next level! In this interactive lab, you’ll receive tailored feedback from peers to refine your profile and make it stand out. By reviewing others’ profiles and getting multiple perspectives on yours, you’ll gain actionable insights to strengthen your online presence. An OCLD staff member will also be available to share best practices and answer questions.

Just in Time! Immigration & Visa Info Session

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Scheduled

Thursday February 5, 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

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

U.S. employers are ramping up hiring of international students after graduation. In particular, many U.S. companies will be seeking to sponsor foreign students for U.S. work visas. Join Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman for a discussion on navigating the U.S. employment-immigration system after graduation.

Consulting 101

Event Status

Scheduled

Friday February 6, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Patton Hall (RLP), Glickman Conference Center, 1.302

Are you interested in consulting? Looking to learn the basics of consulting and practical tips?

Values-Driven Career Exploration for Advanced Degrees

Event Status

Scheduled

Friday February 6, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

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

This interactive workshop helps graduate students and postdocs identify their skills, interests and values to guide meaningful career decisions. Through reflection and practical exercises, you’ll clarify priorities, connect strengths to potential paths and explore strategies for aligning your next steps with what matters most.

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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!