The Career Connections Center strives to serve students, faculty, alumni, and employers in an increasingly diverse and competitive job market. Throughout the academic year, Career Connections facilitates workshops and seminars on career exploration and job search topics to help students develop solid career readiness skills.
Located in the heart of the Dallas Medical District, our students are afforded opportunities to invest in their career pursuits while using our services to leverage their career success. The Dallas Career Consultant strives to connect, empower, and inform our junior, senior, and graduate students as well as alumni as they navigate a demanding job market. Our students have the opportunity to engage in programming throughout each semester. Students can connect with employers, learn about the job search process, and schedule one-on-one advising appointments with their career consultant.
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