Students and employers participating in a mock portfolio and interview workshop led by Career Services
CAREER SERVICES

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Friday, February 21, 2025, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

2025 Career Fair

Event status
Scheduled

The University of Texas at Austin School of Architecture's Career Services office provides job search advice, resources, and opportunities to students and recent alumni, while also serving as a valuable conduit to professionals worldwide. Career Services staff provide guidance through one-on-one meetings and group workshops and seek to connect students to the professional community through networking events, professional panels, employer presentations, career fairs, and more.

STAFF

CAREER ADVICE & COUNSELING

RESUME, COVER LETTER & PORTFOLIO REVIEWS

To schedule a resume, cover letter, and/or portfolio review, please select the appropriate major below. Please schedule appointments ONE day in advance to allow Career Service staff to confirm the meeting details. For alumni seeking advising appointments, Career Services is only able to provide advising within five years following graduation. 

ADVISING APPOINTMENTS:

CAREER FAIR

Every spring, Career Services hosts an annual Career Fair, which provides the opportunity for students and employers to connect. The fair typically brings in more than 100 firms and organizations from across the United States.

Participating disciplines include Architecture, Community & Regional Planning, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, Architectural History, Historic Preservation, Sustainable Design, and Urban Design. Employers who are interested in attending the fair are required to be seeking full-time or internship positions available to students. Third-party recruiting and staffing firms are not eligible to participate. 

LOCATION + CONTACT

Sutton Hall 3.128
512-471-1333
utsoa-careers@utexas.edu

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JOB BOARD

Career Services maintains its own job board, which is regularly updated as the office is contacted by employers with new job or internship opportunities. This resource is only available to current School of Architecture students and alumni.

NOTICE: UTSOA Career Services provides a free-of-charge job posting service and makes no recommendations regarding potential employers or student employees. All negotiations are handled directly between the student and employer. Employers and students are urged to perform due diligence when offering, applying for, or accepting private off-campus employment.

VIEW THE JOB BOARD

STUDENT RESOURCES

Below is a slate of tips and resources developed by Career Services for School of Architecture students to support their employment search.

Gaining Experience as a Student              Networking Tips
LinkedIn Guide Cover Letter Guide 
Work Samples vs. Portfolios Professional Portfolio Guide 
Professional Portfolio Tips Portfolio Printing Guide 
A Guide for Your First Resume Advanced Resume Guideline 
Resume Action Words Curriculum Vitae (CV) Guide
Interview Advice Questions to Ask in an Interview
Interview Follow-Up Land a Job Offer & Negotiate Effectively
Student Business Cards  

PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION, & ASSOCIATIONS

The Texas Board of Architectural Examiners (TBAE) administers the licensure process for Architects, Landscape Architects, and Interior Designers who seek registration in the state of Texas.  

ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR DESIGN
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
PLANNING
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

JOB SITES FOR UT STUDENTS AND ALUMNI

HireUTexas powered by Handshake is an online database of full- and part-time positions, as well as internships that are available to UT students and alumni.

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A female student holding a notebook holds out a resume as she talks to an employer set up at a booth at the School of Architecture's Career Fair. A group of other students are seen in the background.
A student talks animatedly with another student in an aisle at the School of Architecture's Career Fair. Around them, many other students speak with employer representatives at boots on either side of the aisle.
An overhead shot looking down at the lobby to the Zlotnik Family Ballroom. Students are seen sitting along a wall on the left side while others mingle and walk about in the lobby. On the right is a large-scale mural by Jose Parla.
Two rows of tables are set up in a long hallway as students sit across from employers who are looking over their portfolios as part of Career Services' Portfolio Workshop.
A slightly overhead shot of an outdoor patio where several students, alumni, and faculty members are mingling.
A blonde male student points at a computer in the Career Services office as he speaks with another student during a career advising appointment.
Two female students sit across from each other in bright yellow chairs. Papers are strewn about the table between them.
Overhead shot of several papers and student portfolios spread out on a table.
Eight students dressed up professionally smile at the camera in a group photo in front of an architectural building in New York City. One student is holding up a peace sign while wearing a mask.
Side view of students looking at sculptural models across from them.

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    Mark your calendars! The 2025 UTSOA Career Fair is set for February 21st in the Grand Ballroom at the AT&T Conference Center! Students, employers, and faculty—don’t miss this amazing opportunity to network and connect.
    @utsoacareers

    Mark your calendars! The 2025 UTSOA Career Fair is set for February 21st in the Grand Ballroom at the AT&T Conference Center! Students, employers, and faculty—don’t miss this amazing opportunity to network and connect.

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    Thanks again to @skidmoreowingsmerrill and Pablo Ruiz from the Chicago office for joining us yesterday for a meet & greet!
    @utsoacareers

    Thanks again to @skidmoreowingsmerrill and Pablo Ruiz from the Chicago office for joining us yesterday for a meet & greet!

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    Firms and organizations, registration just opened for the 2025 Career Fair on February 21! A link to register can be found on our profile or visit https://soa.utexas.edu/events/2025-career-fair for additional details. @utsoa and our students look forward to seeing you there! <br>
    @utsoacareers

    Firms and organizations, registration just opened for the 2025 Career Fair on February 21! A link to register can be found on our profile or visit https://soa.utexas.edu/events/2025-career-fair for additional details. @utsoa and our students look forward to seeing you there!

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    UTSOA students, did you know we offer one-on-one advising to review portfolios, resumes, and cover letters + anything else to support your job or internship search?<br /><br />Visit the link in our profile to schedule an appointment!
    @utsoacareers

    UTSOA students, did you know we offer one-on-one advising to review portfolios, resumes, and cover letters + anything else to support your job or internship search?

    Visit the link in our profile to schedule an appointment!

  • Instagram Post
    Some snaps from last night’s portfolio workshop! Special thanks to our firm reps from @tbgpartners @clayton_korte @stgdesign @b2design.co @brrarchitecture @pagethink @lakeflato @markodomstudio & @perkinswill.
    @utsoacareers

    Some snaps from last night’s portfolio workshop! Special thanks to our firm reps from @tbgpartners @clayton_korte @stgdesign @b2design.co @brrarchitecture @pagethink @lakeflato @markodomstudio & @perkinswill.

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    Full house for @perkinswill’s meet & greet yesterday! Thanks again for joining us.
    @utsoacareers

    Full house for @perkinswill’s meet & greet yesterday! Thanks again for joining us.

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    Students, join Career Services and SOM for a presentation on their firm, their current work, and hiring practices on 10/10 at 11:00am in the Dean’s Conference Room! Lunch will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.<br><br>RSVP via the link in our bio, newsletter, or Canvas.&nbsp;
    @utsoacareers

    Students, join Career Services and SOM for a presentation on their firm, their current work, and hiring practices on 10/10 at 11:00am in the Dean’s Conference Room! Lunch will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

    RSVP via the link in our bio, newsletter, or Canvas. 

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    Thanks again to @rios.imagines and alumni, John Hallock, for kicking off this year’s first meet & greet!
    @utsoacareers

    Thanks again to @rios.imagines and alumni, John Hallock, for kicking off this year’s first meet & greet!

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    Students, join Career Services and Perkins&amp;Will for a presentation on their firm, their current work, and hiring practices on 9/26 at 11:00am in the Dean’s Conference Room! Lunch will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.<br>&nbsp;
    @utsoacareers

    Students, join Career Services and Perkins&Will for a presentation on their firm, their current work, and hiring practices on 9/26 at 11:00am in the Dean’s Conference Room! Lunch will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.