Graduate Career Consultant-Office Of Career & Life Design

About this role

Job Posting Title: Graduate Career Consultant-Office Of Career & Life Design ---- Hiring Department: Graduate School ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 10 ---- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Aug 03, 2026 ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until May 15, 2027 ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: General Notes Selection is made by committee and hiring supervisor based on review of applications and results of personal interviews. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing a security background check. Must be eligible to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship. Work schedule will be determined through conversation with supervisor. This position will end May 15, 2027. The Graduate Career Consultant will need to be available during the working office hours of the Office of Career & Life Design.

Purpose The Office of Career & Life Design (OCLD) supports graduate students and postdoctoral scholars in exploring and pursuing careers across academia, industry, nonprofit, and government. Graduate Career Consultants are embedded partners in the work of the office that contribute meaningfully to career education, employer and community engagement, communications, assessment, and more.

Responsibilities Workshop & Program Support Support the planning, facilitation, and follow-up for career programming, workshops, and events. Contribute to the design and improvement of program materials and help ensure a positive experience for graduate student and postdoc participants. •    Plan and prepare for workshops and events, coordinating logistics, materials, and communications in advance. •    Facilitate or co-facilitate workshops, panels, and programming offered by the office. •    Follow up after programs by collecting feedback, updating resources, and supporting continuous improvement. Outreach & Engagement Connect with graduate students, postdocs, campus partners, alumni, and other stakeholders to promote programs, build relationships, and support awareness of OCLD resources and services. •    Promote programs and resources to graduate students and postdocs through various communication channels. •    Build and maintain relationships with campus partners, alumni, employers, and other stakeholders relevant to the project area. •    Support community-building efforts that increase awareness of and access to OCLD services. Resource Development Create and maintain career resources, guides, and online content that support graduate students and postdocs across disciplines and career paths. •    Develop written guides, handouts, and other materials related to career exploration, job search strategy, and professional development. •    Create and update digital content for the OCLD website, online platforms, and other channels. •    Review and refresh existing resources to ensure content is current, accurate, and relevant. Team Collaboration Contribute to a collaborative and supportive office culture by engaging actively with the OCLD team. •    Attend regular team meetings and communicate proactively with supervisor and colleagues. •    Participate in office-wide initiatives, events, and professional development opportunities as available. •    Support a positive and inclusive team environment that reflects the values of the Office of Career & Life Design.   Project Areas Graduate Career Consultants contribute to one or more project areas based on office needs and individual skills and interests. You will have the opportunity to indicate the areas you are interested in when responding to application questions. Current project areas on the team include: •     Career Education: career exploration, job search strategy, peer coaching, and workshop facilitation •     Teaching & Academic Development: teaching preparation, academic job search, and research communication •     Employer & Industry Integration: alumni and employer outreach, industry research, and community partnerships •     Assessment & Evaluation: survey design, data analysis, and program impact reporting •     Communications & Community Engagement: social media, newsletters, content creation, and marketing •     Event Planning & Community Building: event logistics, coordination, and community programming  

Required Qualifications

•    Strong written and verbal communication skills •    Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines •    Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset •    Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects •    Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite •    Ability to attend regular team meetings and engage with in-person events as needed •    This position is specifically for graduate students only

Preferred Qualifications (may vary based on project needs)

•    Experience in your area(s) of interest (see above) •    Familiarity with career development, higher education, or student services •    Experience with tools such as Canvas, Qualtrics, Power BI, Tableau, Canva, or similar platforms •    Background or interest in STEM, social sciences, humanities, or professional fields •    Experience with content creation, event planning, data analysis, or community outreach

Salary Range $22 per hour at 10 hours per week

Working Conditions May work around standard office conditions.

Work Shift To be determined through conversation with supervisor.

Required Materials •    Workday Application Questions •    1-2 page resume

To apply, submit your application through Workday. You will be asked to complete a short set of application questions and upload a PDF of your current resume. Please avoid using generative AI to respond to the short answer questions. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants must respond to all Workday questions and upload their resume to be considered for the role. Candidates will only be contact

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