Career Center

The UTRGV Career Center aids undergraduates, graduate students and alumni who seek help in formulating and implementing career plans. Various programs and workshops are offered each semester to assist students who are selecting a major or trying to relate educational experiences to employment opportunities. Our office provides students with essential services to help them in their career endeavors. Whether finding a major, critiquing résumés or preparing for an interview, we are here every step of the way.

Services we offer include:

  • Career Planning Assistance
  • Student Employment (on and off campus jobs)
  • Career Development
  • Internship and Career Opportunities
  • Job Expos
  • Graduate School Opportunities

 

Vision Statement

Our vision is to empower all students to discover their career aspirations leading to meaningful and purposeful contributions to the Rio Grande Valley and the rest of the world.

 

Mission Statement 

Our mission at the UTRGV Career Center is to educate, support and empower our students as they make the transition from their academic experience to a professional career pathway as smooth as possible. At the same time building relationships with employers, alumni and faculty in order to optimize internships, jobs and career options for our students. 

Core Values  
The staff of the UTRGV Career Center aspires to embrace and demonstrate the following values with Students, Alumni, Faculty, Employers and the Community. 

  • Holistic view of Students  
  • Academic Excellence 
  • Student Centered Approach 
  • Commitment 
  • Collaboration 
  • Diversity 
  • Global perspective 

 

Career Center
One West University Blvd. Interdisciplinary Academic Building, Rm. 1.100
Brownsville, TX 78520
Phone: 956-882-5627
1201 West University Dr.
Student Services Bldg., Rm. 2.101
Edinburg, TX 78539
Phone: 956-665-2243
careercenter@utrgv.edu utrgv.edu/careercenter