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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

Navigating the Job Search Workshop

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Scheduled

Tuesday October 7, 2025, 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm

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

Searching for a job or internship can feel overwhelming—especially when balancing academic responsibilities and exploring diverse career paths. This workshop is designed to help graduate students and postdocs approach the job search with strategy and confidence.

ACTIVATE Fellowship Information Session

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Scheduled

Tuesday October 7, 2025, 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm

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

The two-year Activate Fellowship provides early-stage science entrepreneurs with funding, technical resources, and unparalleled support from a network of scientists, engineers, investors, commercial partners, and fellow entrepreneurs.

Coffee and Connections Hour for International Students

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Scheduled

Wednesday October 8, 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.

Archer Graduate Fellowship Information Session- LBJ School of Public Affairs

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Scheduled

Tuesday October 14, 2025, 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm

Sid Richardson Hall (SRH) 3.124

LBJ School of Public Affairs grad students: Join us for a information session about the Graduate Archer Fellowship Program. The Graduate Archer Fellowship Program provides graduate students from across The University of Texas System with a unique opportunity to live, learn and intern in our nation’s capital during the summer.

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Each week, the Office of Career & Life Design sends a newsletter to graduate students and postdocs with career resources, opportunities, jobs and more!