Use these resources to map out your job search process, make the best impression in a competitive marketplace and successfully pursue career opportunities.
Visit the college's event calendar to view and register for upcoming workshops.
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Career KitEnhance your professional development skills by participating in these training workshops that are offered on a variety of topics throughout the semester. |
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Rowdy RecruitingAttend information sessions with corporate business partners to learn more about their unique corporate culture, as well as discuss their internship and full-time employment opportunities. |
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LeadershapeThe LeaderShape® Institute™ challenges participants to lead with integrity while working toward a vision grounded in their deepest values. Participants explore not only what they want to do, but who they want to be. |
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Virtual Leadership Exploration and Development Program (vLead)These high-energy virtual sessions presented by Collegiate Empowerment are an interactive and engaging way to enhance a student’s leadership skills. All the sessions are based on specific topics including “You Can’t Lead Others Until You First Lead Yourself™,” “The Student Leadership Challenge® Experience,” and “Strengths for College Students™.” |
89% of students more confident in job market after CAP
98% of students report CAP is effective
94% of students would refer a friend to CAP
In partnership with the college's academic faculty, the Career Action Program (CAP) is an integral part of the curriculum for MGT 3003 Business Communication and Professional Development.
What is CAP?
- CAP will connect your academic learning, experiences and professional development to provide you with a competitive edge in the job market.
- Gain a comprehensive overview of professional development topics and enhance your career awareness through a series of sessions and workshops.
- Engage in hands-on learning with numerous opportunities to practice proper business etiquette, making professional introductions, interview skills and networking in a variety of settings.
- Engage in meaningful interactions with members of the regional corporate community and engage in the deliberate practice of skills to support a heightened level of career and industry awareness, while developing and building your digital and interpersonal networking.
Email cap@utsa.edu to learn more.
The UTSA Carlos Alvarez College of Business Student Success Center has partnered with VMock to help you create a powerful resume. Powered by cutting-edge data science, VMock is an online, 24/7 resume review tool which provides personalized resume feedback based on your profile, professional and academic experiences and your background in no time. The platform is backed by sophisticated analytics along with global best practices and recruiters’ perspectives that will make your resume career ready.
Here’s a sneak peek of what VMock delivers for you:
- Instant resume score benchmarked against other UTSA Carlos Alvarez College of Business students
- Comprehensive presentation checks to create a strong first impression
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- Opportunity to share the resume with your mentors and peers for detailed feedback
How to Leverage VMock
- Upload the PDF version of your resume on VMock and receive a score and detailed feedback in less than 30 seconds
- Incorporate the system-generated suggestions and feedback
- Re-upload the new version to see your resume score increase
- Schedule a one-on-one appointment with the Student Success Center for further resume guidance
VMock Resume App is now available on:
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- App Store
UTSA Career Edge
A resource for UTSA’s University Career Center offering information, events and employment opportunities.
O-Net Online
A tool for career exploration and job analysis, with detailed descriptions of the occupations and industries
Career One Stop
Site sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor offering free interest and skills assessments
Handshake
The University Career Center’s recruiting platform for UTSA students and alumni
CareerBuilder
One of the larger job boards, providing job listings secured directly from employers
Glassdoor
A “career community,” members share reviews, salaries, interview information and also offers extensive searchable job listings
Highered
Explore international internship opportunities through UTSA's global jobs portal.
Indeed
Leading job site with millions of job listings from thousands of websites
Internships.com
Top search site for internships, featuring over 95,000 internships at over 65,000 organizations
Professional networking site with job listings
USAJobs.com
The top place to look for government jobs, searchable by location, agency, job category and salary
ZipRecruiter
A job search engine that quickly and easily connects the right people with the right careers
Industry-Specific Sites
Careers in the Intelligence Community (IC)
An overview and links to Intelligence Community job search resources
Dice
A top site for STEM jobs with a focus on technology, financial services, energy and healthcare jobs
HigherEd Jobs
Leading source for jobs and career information in academia, including faculty, staff, and administrative positions
Idealist
Job search and information site for internships and jobs in the non-profit sector
IntelligenceCareers.gov
The official source for careers in the U.S. Intelligence Community (U.S. citizenship is required)
Intelligence Studies
A listing of job resources in the Intelligence Studies field
Organization Name/Type | Suggested Programs | Brief Description |
Alamo City Black Chamber of Commerce
Chamber |
All | It provides a conduit between the City of San Antonio, its agencies and other governmental entities to foster economic empowerment for businesses and individuals in the eastern quadrant of San Antonio. |
American Association of University Women
Professional Organization |
All | This organization promotes equity and education for women and girls. |
American Business Women's Association
Professional Organization |
All | Bring together business women of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support and national recognition. |
American Council of the Blind
Chamber |
All | To increase the independence, security, equality of opportunity, and quality of life for all blind and visually impaired people. |
American Marketing Association
Professional Organization |
Marketing, MBA | To empower members to grow as business individuals through leadership, education, friendship, and networking that will enrich their professional development and careers. To increase knowledge and understanding of the professional field through exposure to business professionals and the AMA professional chapter. |
American Statistical Association
Professional Organization |
MSDA, MSDS | |
Army's Women Foundation
Chamber |
All | The U.S. Army Women’s Foundation is the premier volunteer organization for today’s Army women and veterans, dedicated to empowering, honoring and being a dynamic advocate for telling their stories. |
Asian American Advertising Foundation
Professional Organization |
Marketing, MBA, MSB | Their goal is to increase the Asian American marketing and advertising industry for Asian American consumers through education, advocacy, promotion, and increased collaboration of all industry stakeholders including but not limited to marketers, agencies, research partners and media. |
Asian American Professional Association
Professional Organization |
All | AAPA is geared to address diversity challenges in corporations, promote and inspire Asian American and minority professionals, and advance their careers to leadership positions. |
Association of Women's Business Centers
Professional Organization |
All | This national nonprofit organization supports and sustains a network of more than 100 Women's Business Centers throughout the country. |
Association of Information Technology Professionals
Professional Organization |
Marketing, MBA, MSB | AITP is the leading worldwide society of information technology business professionals and the community of knowledge for the current and next generation of leaders. Educate yourself with member-only webinars and conferences. Student membership - $29 per year. |
Association of Latino Professional for America
Professional Organization |
Marketing, MBA, MSB | Networking and professional leadership development opportunities, members have access to 50,000 paid summer internships through hundreds of Fortune 1000 corporate partners. They aspire to be the business partner of choice for companies seeking to hire and develop Latino talent. |
Black Roadrunner Alumni Council
Professional Organization |
Marketing, MBA, MSB | The purpose of the Black Roadrunner Alumni Council is to promote the scholastic, service, and social pursuits of the Alumni Association and to increase support for the UTSA community among those alumni who are both members and allies of this network. |
Business Professionals of San Antonio
Professional Organization |
Marketing, MBA, MSB | BPSA is a networking group for young professionals and professionals on the move. Raise awareness for local charities and promote San Antonio. |
Data Science Association
Professional Organization |
MSSDS, MSDA | |
Disability: IN
Non-profit Resource |
All | Disability:IN is the leading nonprofit resource for business disability inclusion worldwide. |
Ellevate Network
Professional Organization |
All | Ellevate Network provides networking, educational, and investment opportunities throughout the country. |
Forte Foundation, More Women Leading Non-Profit Organization |
All | Community of motivated and inspiring women is transforming leadership in every field that business touches. Through Forté, women can explore the endless career options available through business—from healthcare to hospitality—and learn universally valuable skills to accelerate their careers and thrive as leaders. |
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Chamber |
All | The San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is the leading resource, advocate, and access point for Hispanic businesses, Hispanics in business, and the Hispanic market. |
Leadership Organization of Professionals (LOOP)
Professional Organization |
All | Organization that advocates the transformation of San Antonio into a premier location for young professionals. Loopsters are community advocates who serve as city ambassadors for young professionals considering moving to San Antonio and businesses looking to relocate here. Membership - $120 per year. |
Liftfund
Non-Profit Business |
All | Small business minority loans . LiftFund, a nonprofit organization, has helped individuals achieve the American Dream by providing small business loans to those who do not have access to capital from typical lenders, such as traditional banks. |
National Association for Female Executive
Professional Organization |
All | WMM measures the companies who are committed to the progress of women with the Top Companies for Executive Women list and host professional conferences dedicated to women's leadership, we will no longer be offering NAFE membership benefits to individuals. |
National Association of Asian American Professionals
Professional Organization |
All | The National Association of Asian American Professionals is a non-profit organization that cultivates and empowers Asian & Pacific Islander leaders through leadership development, professional networking, and community service. |
National Association of Women Business Owners
Professional Organization |
All | This organization has a mission of creating positive change for women in business through strategic partnerships and public policy change. |
National Association of Professional Women
Professional Organization |
All | Providing a valuable forum to promote your business, product or service, share ideas, experiences and resource. Membership – Varies. (See website for details) |
National Black Masters of Business Administration Association
Professional Organization |
All | National Black MBA Association is in the creation of educational, wealth building, and growth opportunities for those historically underrepresented throughout their careers as students, entrepreneurs and professionals. |
National Organization of Women Business Owners
Professional Organization |
MBA, MSB | NAWBO-SA is the preeminent organization for over 53,000+ women business owners in our metropolitan and surrounding areas. For more than a decade, NAWBO-San Antonio has been a valuable resource for women entrepreneurs providing information, programs, and opportunities to network, learn and grow with their peers in San Antonio and across the United States. Membership – Varies. (See website for details) |
PMO: Project Management Institute
Professional Organization |
MBA, MSB | Project Management Institute (PMI) is the world's leading professional association for a growing community of millions of project professionals and changemakers worldwide. |
Prospanica
Professional Organization |
MBA, MSB | Prospanica has given over $8 million in scholarships for graduate education, and many of those recipients have led our professional chapters and university chapters across the US and Puerto Rico, advancing diversity causes in their own communities. |
San Antonio LGBT Chamber of Commerce
Chamber |
MBA | The San Antonio LGBT Chamber exists to foster and promote a positive image of LGBT persons as well as the economic development and vitality of LGBT businesses and the businesses and professional organizations that support them, and, to facilitate the personal, professional and social growth of its Members via the exchange of ideas, resources, information and networking opportunities throughout the greater San Antonio metropolitan area. |
San Antonio Women’s Chamber of Commerce Foundation
Professional Organization |
MBA | Our mission is to promote the business, economic and leadership development of women. The San Antonio Women's Chamber of Commerce will be the leading advocate that connects and empowers women in business and our community. Student Membership - $50 for 1 year. |
San Antonio Young Professionals
Professional Organization |
All | Mission is to build a strong community of diverse individuals throughout the state who can use the connections they make not only for their own benefit, but as a catalyst for local economic activity, community outreach, and the continuous improvement of San Antonio’s quality of life. Membership – Free |
Texas Wall Street Women
Non-Profit Organization |
MBA, MFIN | A non-profit exclusive peer network of professional women in the finance industry who are committed to making a difference in their community and to developing and growing professionally. Student Membership – ($25 per year) |
The American Deafness & Rehabilitation Association
Professional Organization |
All | Enhancing the professional competencies of the membership, expanding opportunities for networking among ADARA colleagues and supporting positive public policies for individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind. |
The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)
Professional Organization |
All | AFP San Antonio provides members a network of hundreds of energetic, committed fellow practitioners; hosts regular seminars, workshops and an annual conference; and offers access to career opportunities and resources through our sponsors. Student membership - $35 per year |
The Risk Management Association (RMA)
Association |
MFIN, MACY | Not-for-profit, member-driven professional association, whose sole purpose is to advance the use of sound risk principles in the financial services industry. Student Membership – Free |
The San Antonio Association for Financial Professionals
Professional Organization |
MACY, MFIN, MBA, MSB | The San Antonio Association for Financial Professionals is a regional educational forum for individuals involved in all aspects of the finance profession. Networking opportunities with leading financial professionals. Membership – $300 per year. |
Veteran & Military Business Owners Association
Professional Organization |
All | The Veteran Business Owners Association recognizes the abilities of veterans and believes that the qualities that make a good soldier also make a good entrepreneur. Provides tools and support to leverage the skills and interests of veterans as they become business owners in their communities. |
Women's Business Enterprise National Council
Professional Organization |
All | This council offers certification for women-owned businesses in the United States and programming, resources, and recognition for women in business. |
Information Systems Security Association International
Professional Organization |
Cyber | The Information Systems Security Association (ISSA)® is a not-for-profit, international organization of information security professionals and practitioners. It provides educational forums, publications, and peer interaction opportunities that enhance the knowledge, skill, and professional growth of its members. |
CompTIA
Professional and Certification Organization |
Cyber | CompTIA members are trusted, skilled, and knowledgeable tech professionals. If you’re CompTIA certified, you’re already a member! |
Internet Security Alliance
Professional Organization |
Cyber | Our mission is to combine technology, public policy and economics to create a sustainable system of cybersecurity. |
Tip Sheets
- Behavioral Interview Basics (PDF)
- Case Interview Basics (PDF)
- Career Development Goal Setting (PDF)
- Cover Letters (PDF)
- Digital Portfolio Basics (PDF)
- Elevator Speech Basics (PDF)
- How to Get a Job Basics (PDF)
- Interview Basics (PDF)
- Negotiation Basics (PDF)
- Professional Attire Basics (PDF)
- Reference Basics (PDF)
- Resume Basics (PDF)
- Summary Statement (PDF)
Templates - Microsoft Downloads
- Cover Letter Template.doc
- Job Search Tracking Worksheet.xls
- Networking Card.doc
- Reference List.doc
- Graduate Resume Template.doc
- Undergraduate Resume Template.doc
- Sample Undergraduate Resume for Freshman/Sophomores (PDF)
- Sample Undergraduate Resume for Juniors/Seniors (PDF)
- Thank You Letter.doc