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Resources

Whether you're exploring majors, preparing for an internship or getting ready for your first full-time job, these tools can help you every step of the way.

 Find careers that match your interests, research occupations and explore salary and employment trends.

  • Choices360 - Explore career paths based on your interests, skills and personality.
  • CareerOneStop – Explore careers, salaries, training and job search resources.
  • GoinGlobal – Explore global career and internships opportunities.

Explore internship opportunities through a variety of platforms and connect with employers across industries.

  • Handshake – Find internships, jobs and career events available to UTEP students.
  • Indeed – Explore internships and full time positions across industries.
  • USAJobs – Search career opportunities within the federal government.
  • WayUp – Find internships and entry-level opportunities.
  • InternJobs – Browse internship opportunities by career field.
  • Parker Dewey – Explore micro internships and gain valuable experience.
  • Forage – Experience virtual job simulations from leading employers.

Prepare application materials and strengthen your professional presence.

  • Hiration AI Resume Builder – Conduct practice interviews, create tailored resumes, cover letters and LinkedIn profiles using Artificial Intelligence.

Bring your résumé, meet employers and connect with career opportunities that lead to employment while you’re a student and after graduation. Employers can connect with driven UTEP students and graduates ready to bring their experience to the workforce.

Employer Events Calendar

Resources for students seeking internships and employment in the United States.

  • H1BData – Research employers with H-1B sponsorship history.
  • Parker Dewey – Find paid micro-internships open to international students.

Build experience beyond the classroom.

  • Internships – Gain practical experience related to your career goals.
  • Study Abroad – Gain global experience through international education.
  • Archer Fellowship – Gain professional experiences through living, learning, and interning in Washington D.C.
  • Peace Corps – Explore international service opportunities after graduation.

Create a professional headshot for LinkedIn, your resume and other career materials.

Guidelines

  • Available to all UTEP students, faculty, staff and alumni.
  • The booth is intended for professional headshots only.
  • Inappropriate content or misuse may result in loss of access.

How It Works

  • Before arriving dress in business casual or business professional attire.
  • Visit the Career Closet to borrow professional attire if needed.
  • Scan the QR code or use the booth's touchscreen to begin.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions (a tutorial is available if needed).
  • Take up to three photos during your session, including one retake and one edited image.
  • Your final headshot will be emailed to you.
  • Sessions are limited to 10 minutes (or 5 minutes during high-demand events).

Location: University Library, Suite 310

For Appointments Email: Careers@utep.edu

Many employers conduct background checks before hiring. With your consent, employers may verify:

  • Employment history
  • Education
  • Professional certifications
  • Criminal history (when applicable)
  • Other information relevant to the position

Review your application carefully to ensure all information is accurate and truthful.

UTEP encourages employers to provide students with adequate time to evaluate internship and full-time job offers before making a decision.

A written offer should include:

  • Position title
  • Salary and benefits
  • Work location
  • Start date
  • Additional terms or bonuses, if applicable

Students are encouraged to carefully review offers, ask questions and make informed decisions before accepting a position.

  • Review the salary, benefits, responsibilities and other terms of the offer.
  • Research salaries to compare compensation and prepare for negotiation.
  • Negotiate professionally using market research to support your request.
  • Discuss compensation after receiving the offer but before accepting.
  • Get the final offer in writing and review all details before signing.

Research salaries, compare locations and prepare for salary negotiations.

 

  • PayScale – Research salaries based on career, experience and location.
  • Texas Wages – Compare wages across occupations in Texas.

 

Review Job offer policy:

Your career starts now! The Office of Career Education provides career support to all students, including résumé review workshops, interview preparation, internship and job search assistance, career exploration and coaching, IRIS Professional Photo Booth, and professional development resources. Whether you're exploring career options, preparing for an internship, or getting ready for graduation, we're here to help you succeed.

Visit us: UTEP Library, Advising Suite 310

Email: careers@utep.edu

 

Connect with Us

The University of Texas at El Paso
Office of Career Education
University Library, 310
1900 Wiggins Road
El Paso, Texas 79968
P: (915) 747-5640
F: (915) 747-5730