Students and Alumni

Reflect:

Understand who you are and the variety of career options available that align with your professional goals and aspirations.

• PathwayU — A resource that offers assessments to help you discover education and career pathways that align with your values, interests, personality and workplace preferences.
• Schedule an Appointment — Chat more with a Career Coach about career and major exploration.

Explore:

Explore majors and careers, while learning how CAPD can help. A great place to start.

• Selecting a Major — A quick guide that offers questions to consider when you are choosing a major.
• O’NET Online —  O*NET Online is a tool for career development and job analysis with detailed descriptions of job functions, skills, education and employment trends.
• Occupational Outlook Handbook — This resource can help you find career information on duties, education, training, pay and outlook for hundreds of occupations.

Experience:

Prepare for your career by gaining skills through internships and other experiential learning opportunities, making connections and building your resume.

• Appointments — Schedule an appointment to chat more about your job/internship search and how to gain meaningful experiences.
• Career Community Toolkits — It is common to have diverse career interests and goals that may or may not directly align with your major. With that in mind, Career Communities were created to provide industry-specific resources, opportunities and connections for all students, regardless of major.
  • Business and Entrepreneurship
  • Creative Arts, Media, and Design
  • Education and Youth Development
  • Health and Wellness
  • Nonprofit, Public Service, and Government
  • Science and Sustainability
  • Technology
• Big Interview — Get hands-on practice with practice interviews tailored to your specific industry and experience level.
• Handshake — Connect with employers and explore available opportunities
• Service/Volunteering — Volunteering can help you reinforce skills you’re already learning, develop new skills and possibilities and help you grow as a leader.
• Job Search Strategies — This guide provides an overview of how to plan and where to look for jobs as well as strategies for going beyond the online database search.

Launch:

Demonstrate and deliver your skills to employers.

• Interviews — Preparing for and practicing interviews is an essential component of the job search process. This guide briefly discusses how to be successful before, during and after an interview.
• Handshake — Search for opportunities, connect with employers, attend events and schedule an appointment with a Career Coach. 
• Resumes, CVs and Cover Letters — It is important that your documents demonstrate clear written communication and reflect your skills/accomplishments.
• Upcoming Events — Explore our upcoming workshops, career fairs and other events.
• Networking — Networking is a vital component of the job search process. This guide provides an overview of different strategies for those new to networking as well as how to go about continuing to build your professional contacts.
• Salary Resources — Here are some resources that can provide you with more information about salary based on location, years of experience, industry, etc.
  • O*NET OnLine
  • salary.com

• Handshake
  Connect to thousands of jobs, internships, employers and events
• Career Communities
  • Business and Entrepreneurship
  • Creative Arts, Media, and Design
  • Education and Youth Development
  • Health and Wellness
  • Nonprofit, Public Service, and Government
  • Science and Sustainability
  • Technology
• Big Interview
  Get hands-on practice with practice interviews tailored to your specific industry and experience level
• PathwayU
  Discover your values, interests, personality and workplace preferences
• Resume and Cover Letter Drop Off
  Upload your document, and a Career Coach will provide recommendations on both content and format to ensure you are making a great impression
• Schedule an Appointment
  Need more in-depth career assistance? Schedule an appointment with a Career Coach on Handshake
• Request a Presentation
  CAPD is happy to partner with student clubs and organizations. Submit the presentation request form and allow 2-3 business days for us to follow up with you.

Thinking about pursuing an advanced degree? Explore these resources to research institutions and programs, familiarize yourself with the application process and financial aid resources.

• Graduate and Professional School Guide — If you’re considering graduate/professional school in the future, this guide provides a quick overview of what to consider when selecting a program along with an overview of the general application process.
• Peterson’s Guide — Peterson’s Guide offers a directory of graduate and professional programs. Use this tool when researching what types of schools offer your desired program.
• Financial Aid for Graduate School — Review details about federal student aid eligibility and types of aid that can be received at the graduate level.

Black, Indigenous & Students of Color

Professional Organizations

• Greater Austin Black Chamber of Commerce
• Black Professional Alliance
• Black Career Women’s Network

Job Search Databases

• Black Career Network
• Blackjobs.com
• Diversity.com

First Generation Students

Helpful Websites, Podcast and Video Resources

• Get Schooled: We help young people get to college, find first jobs, and succeed in both
• How to College Podcast: A podcast for first gen students
• Roadtrip Nation: Stories and tools to help you find your path

Latinx

Professional Organizations

• Association of Latino Professionals for America
• The Young Hispanic Professional Association of Austin
• Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement

Job Search Databases

• iHispano
• United Latino Job Bank
• Diversity.com

LGBTQIA+

Professional Organizations

• Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce
• PRIDE
• Human Rights Campaign
• Pride at Work 
• Out & Equal

Job Search Databases

• Campus Pride
• LGBTQConnect
• DiversityJobs

Students with Disabilities

• Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
• Disability.gov
• Federal Employment of People with Disabilities

Undocumented and DACA students

Networking & Advocacy

• Monarchs on the Hilltop
• United We Dream
• UndocUndergrads National Network
• American Gateways

UndocuFriendly Internships, Fellowships & Jobs

• Dream Summer Fellowship
• Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities National Internship Program
• Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Internship

International Students

Understand the Legal Requirements for Working in the U.S.

• How to Talk About Authorization
• International Student Employment FAQ

Find International Friendly Employers

• Handshake