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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

Job and Internship Search Bootcamp

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Scheduled

Friday January 23, 2026, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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

Jumpstart your job or internship search in this focused session! Learn practical strategies for finding opportunities, networking effectively, and making your application stand out. Leave with tools and confidence to take the next step in your career.

Resume Lab

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Scheduled

Monday January 26, 2026, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.142 - Classroom C

Join us for a collaborative resume workshop! Exchange feedback with peers and gain multiple perspectives to strengthen your resume. An OCLD staff member will also share best practices and answer questions. Bring your current resume or a draft and leave with actionable insights.

Coffee and Connections Hour - January

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Scheduled

Tuesday January 27, 2026, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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

Are you an international graduate student or postdoc scholar eager to brew up success in your career journey? Join us for Coffee and Connections Hour, where you can forge connections that transcend borders!

Resume Lab

Event Status

Scheduled

Wednesday January 28, 2026, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.142 - Classroom C

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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!