Career Services

First-year Bobcats taking University Seminar (US 1100), join Career Services in our Career Café for specialized career drop-ins just for you! We'll help you with your Career Exploration Assignment through our series of come-and-go programs called Focus 2-sday, held on the following Tuesdays: 

• March 3 ~ 10 am - 3 pm
  
• March 10  ~ 10 am - 3 pm
  

At these events, feel free to bring your laptop or phone - or borrow one of our on-site computers - to get started with the online Focus 2 self-assessments all while having Career Services' help nearby if you need it or have questions.

Stay for some free coffee, conversations with your fellow first-year peers, and start reflecting on your results and major/career possibilities by completing your Pre-Discussion Worksheet needed for class.

Every month, we’ll bring you expert advice, hands-on learning, and strategies that’ll set you up for success, no matter where you’re at in your journey. 🚀

Prowl 2 Professionalism in February: Foundations in Leadership🤝 Presented by: United States Marines 

Leadership isn’t about titles, it’s about how you show up. This session focuses on everyday leadership skills like reliability, communication, and taking initiative, and how your actions can make an impact in any role or work setting. Learn how to build strong habits that support your professional growth now and in the future.

Prowl to Professionalism is here every month with a new event designed to help you take the next step toward your future. Don’t miss out on these essential sessions—you’re in for a semester of growth! 🎉

Nervous about or unsure of how to take your job search to the next level? Don’t give up! You just need a plan. Find out how to organize your search and target the high-impact activities that will accelerate success. Come learn to use these “tricks of the trade” to uncover exciting job leads and professional contacts. The content for this Shop Talks session is tailored for graduate students.

Presented by: Sherry Yang, Career Counselor, Career Services

Join us for a facilitated discussion led by Mason Murphy from Career Services on “Career Support for Our International Students.” This session will explore common concerns international students face, effective strategies for supporting their career development, and ways faculty and staff can help foster a more inclusive career‑readiness environment. 

Hosted through Career Services’ pilot Career Champion Network program, this event is open to all TXST faculty and staff—whether you’re a new Career Champion, considering joining the network, or simply passionate about better supporting our international student community. To ensure space for meaningful conversation and questions, participation is limited to 25 participants, and early registration is encouraged.

Coffee and light refreshments will be provided, and we will also have representation from the International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) Office as well.

Questions? Reach out to:

Program Organizer: Madyson Flint, Career Exploration Coordinator – MLS332@txstate.edu
Presenter: Mason Murphy, Career Counselor, International Student Resource - MMM210@txstate.edu   

Student Government’s Sips for Success event is a fun, laid-back networking night with free mocktails, snacks, and music! This event provides an opportunity for students to connect, learn, and enhance their networking skills in a comfortable environment. We will host a panel of experts on hiring and networking to answer your questions about how to take advantage of every opportunity. Career Services will provide tips on networking and help students learn how to develop and maintain connections with people. Organizations have the chance to highlight the leadership roles they offer on campus. We encourage you to come, whether you are already involved, want to get involved, or just want to sip a new mocktail!