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

Teaching for Impact: Designing Effective Lessons

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Scheduled
Wednesday September 9, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
This hands-on workshop introduces backwards design: starting with the outcome and building a coherent path to get there.

Site Visit Networking Prep

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Scheduled
Wednesday September 9, 2026, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.142 - Classroom C
This event is only for students attending the Microsoft site visit. A networking preparation session designed to help graduate students and postdocs make the most of their upcoming Microsoft site visit. Participants will learn practical strategies for introducing themselves, starting conversations, asking meaningful questions, and building professional connections with Microsoft employees.

CV 101 Workshop

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Scheduled
Thursday September 10, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.142 - Classrooms ABC
New to academic CVs or not sure yours is where it needs to be? This workshop is designed to help you build confidence in this essential document. You'll learn how to craft a strong CV for opportunities like fellowship applications, and how to use it as a tool for setting and tracking your own academic goals.

Teaching for Impact: Designing Effective Lessons

Event Status
Scheduled
Thursday September 10, 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
This hands-on workshop introduces backwards design: starting with the outcome and building a coherent path to get there.
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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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