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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

Consulting 101

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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

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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.

Consulting Overview Workshop - with Management Consulted

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Scheduled

Monday February 9, 2026, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Virtual

Career Success is excited to welcome Management Consulted back to campus! If you haven't heard, Management Consulted is the world's leading provider of consulting recruiting preparation.

Research Communication Skills Series: Telling Your Research Story with Thi Nguyen

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Scheduled

Tuesday February 10, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

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

This Spring, the Office of Career and Life Design is spotlighting the importance of clear and effective communication to convey the value and impact of your research. Learn from guest experts who will share insights on honing effective and creative research communication skills. Then, apply what you’ve learned in real time by participating in the third annual Empower Your (Research) Pitch contest!

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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!