Welcome to the Career Development website. Getting started on your career odyssey can be overwhelming. But we are here to help you get started.
Questions? Email career@udallas.edu.
Every journey starts somewhere and one of the best places to start is to figure out what you want to major in. A list of UD majors can be found here. If everything (or even nothing) sounds interesting, reach out to us, other professors and upperclassmen. Talking to other students and professors is one of the best ways to narrow down what to study. If you're still stumped, you can make an appointment with you career advisor.
Another way to discover what your skills and interests are is Focus2. This fantatic resource asks you questions to help determine what types of careers you're suited for. Once you have a list of them, explore their ins and outs on the Department of Labor's website. They have tons of information on required education, experience, salary and job stability.
Lastly, if you're still drawing a blank look at What Can I do with This Major. This massive website gives you potential careers for every major. It's extensive database is a fantastic way to see a ton of options and figure out what sounds interesting to you.
InsideSherpa: Build experience and skills with company-backed Virtual Work Experience Programs.
Wall Street Prep: Provides some free (and some with a fee) resources for financial modeling and technical interview prep.
WSJ Money: Students can use this resource to find personal finance and money management information and submit money questions of their own.
Build and use your network during this time. Building connections will provide you an invaluable opportunity to develop and prepare for your career goals. Ask your immediate network if they know of anything available or could they help you out in any way. More often than not, you find your internships through someone you know.
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WCIDWTM is a website that allows you to explore different majors, typical career areas associated with each major, and info about employers that typically hire in each field.
We developed this guide specifically for UD students to guide you through major and career discernment. Learn quick and easy steps you can take today toward choosing a major or career path.
Your resume is often the only picture a recruiter has of you, your abilities, and your accomplishments. Recruiters typically spend 20 seconds or less scanning a resume. Find more information about resumes, cover letters, and interviews here.
Access OPCD resume samples and templates (must be logged into your UD email address to access).
Handshake is just one tool in your toolbox. We also recommend looking into other internship boards. Some include,
Questions? Email Kelsey Stanley at kstanley@ccdallas.org
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Our Lady of Perpetual Help Food Pantry (2517 Anson Rd., Dallas, TX 75235) |
Weekly: Monday & Thursday from 9:30 AM-11:30AM
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Volunteers will help in our food pantries by putting boxes in food in peoples trunks. |
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Marillac Food Pantry (2843 Lapsley St.) |
Weekly: Tuesday and Friday from 8:30-11:15 or 11:00-1:15 |
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Jan Pruitt Community Pantry (123 Alexander Ave.) |
Weekly: Tuesday-Thursday: 8:30-11:15 or 11:15-1:30 Friday: 1:00-3:15 or 3:15-5:15 Saturday 9:00-1:15 |
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Volunteer to work on a political campaign: Sign up on the campaign’s website (local, state, national). Many roles and responsibilities can be done virtually.
Tech for Campaigns: Matches volunteers to political campaigns in need of technical support based on the volunteer's technology skills.
Career advisors will conduct appointments via phone and Zoom. Students and alumni can schedule an appointment on UD Handshake for the following:
To schedule an appointment:
*Typically your username is your udallas email without the @udallas (example: goneill) and your password is your student ID number. Please email career@udallas.edu if you have issues logging in.
UD Handshake is the OPCD’s online database exclusive to UD students and alumni that provides direct access to full-time, part-time, and internship positions. Over 250,000 employers post jobs to Handshake, including all 500 of the Fortune 500 companies. Log in using their UD network credentials (username and password for UD WiFi).
Verify that you meet the requirements for student eligibility for CPT with the International Student Services Office.
Ensure that you have employment permission. Visit the International Student Services for more information.
Interstride - One-stop-shop for international candidates seeking jobs in the US. Log in using your udallas email and temporary password Dallas2020!!
UD Handshake - The only website that allows you to access jobs and internships from employers who are seeking UD candidates.
MyVisaJobs - Information portal and online community for visa job hunters around the world. Major services include annual and quarterly reports for H1B Visa and Green Card, sponsor profiles, resources for job seekers (including a resume service).
H1Base - Interactive database that allows international students to directly connect with the top 550 H1B sponsor companies. Includes an immigration kit that provides links to key forms, information, and free access to immigration attorneys.
iHipo - For international jobs and internships (not limited to the U.S.).
Should I list my visa status on my resume?
Your visa status should not be included on your resume. Your permanent address, educational background and work history will display that you are an international student. Hiring managers will ask the appropriate questions during the recruitment process. You should never lie about your visa status, but given the reservations employers have about hiring an international student, it is not to your advantage to draw attention to it.
Are there illegal questions?
An employer MAY NOT ask:
An employer MAY ask:
When in the hiring process do I reveal that I’m an international student?
This is a very sensitive question which needs to be assessed on a case-by-case basis. While some employers adhere to strict policies against hiring foreign nationals, others may prefer to hire U.S. citizens, but can be otherwise convinced. Therefore, it should be your goal to get passed the initial screening measures to the interview. On the other hand, you should probably broach the subject before the employer has spent a significant amount of time and money trying to recruit you. It is usually recommended that students address the issue of their work status during the first or second interview, but no later than the time of the job offer.
If a company says they don’t hire international students, should I even apply?
Sure - unless the job description specifically states that international candidates may not apply. A lot of times when employers say they don’t hire international students it means that they haven’t hired any international students, yet. You may be the first! In order to convince these prospective employers, it is your responsibility to educate them about the process of hiring a foreign national. Be mindful that they still may not hire you, and this can become frustrating. It is recommended that you first target organizations with a history of hiring employees on a work visa.
What can I do to make myself a more attractive candidate?
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