Division of Student Success

ASYNCHRONOUS ASSIGNMENT OPTION FOR US 1100 PATHWAYS – Complete prior to “event” deadline for credit  

In Canvas, join the Career Success Toolkit site maintained by Career Services. Complete the “Job/Internship Search” module in the Career Success Toolkit to build early career readiness skills.

You'll complete two assignments: 

• Research whether your major requires an internship/co‑op and explore credit options 
  

• Browse Handshake to find three jobs of interest and identify an upcoming career fair to attend 
  

Your work will be graded on completion and effort, and you’ll receive feedback after submission. If submitting earlier in this "event" timeframe, you will be in Round 1 of grading. Late October-early November, you will be entered into Round 2 of grading. 

If you have any questions, please contact Madyson Flint, Career Exploration Coordinator for Career Services and US 1100 instructor, at MLS332@txstate.edu. Be sure to leave enough time for a response (typically 2 business days). 

Open Closet is a textile recovery program that provides free clothing for all Texas State University Bobcats. The Open Closet program includes a clothing drive that takes place at participating campus locations and a free thrift market. 

Join us at the LBJ Ballroom, on the 3rd floor of the LBJ Student Center for free clothing -- donated by Bobcats and available for all TXST students, staff, and faculty!

You will need to provide your NetID to enter, and each participant is limited to five (5) clothing items.

To donate clothing for the market, check out the Open Closet Donation Drive. Bring your clean, gently-used clothes to one of our donation locations from Oct. 12th through Oct. 21st.

For more information, visit the official Open Closet Website.

If you have accessibility needs or questions, please contact the Office of Sustainability at sustainability@txstate.edu.

Liberal Arts Launchpad is BACK!! 🎉

Unsure about how internships work or wondering how a Liberal Arts degree actually connects to opportunities? We’ve got you covered!

Join us for an interactive session where we break down everything you need to know about navigating the internship search, building your strategy, and leveraging your unique Liberal Arts strengths.

Here’s what’s on the agenda:

💡 Internships 101 (20–30 mins): What is an internship anyway? Learn the basics, how to find high-impact roles, and how your skills translate into real-world experience.

🎙️️ Live Q&A with a Former NASA GIS Intern: Hear straight from someone who’s been in your shoes! Get real talk on what it’s actually like to intern at NASA, how they landed the role as a Liberal Arts student, and their best advice for breaking into competitive industries.

❓ Open Floor for Your Questions: Bring your questions—no question is too small!

🧺 Food & Vibe: Feel free to bring your own lunch! We’ll also have light snacks provided. We want this to be a warm, comfortable space for you to learn, ask questions, and connect.

Whether you’re just starting to explore options or ready to apply this semester, come hang out, get inspired, and take the next step toward your goals!

✨ All Liberal Arts majors and experience levels welcome. Space is limited—RSVP on Handshake today! ✨

Want to hear directly from the people who hire interns? Thought so – Career Services is offering a series of employer-led internship info sessions to do just that, connecting you to reputable employers. In these sessions, employers share what they look for in candidates, how their internship programs work, and what steps you can take now to stand out. You’ll get insight into: 

• Real internship expectations and timelines 
  

• Skills and experiences employers value 
  

• How internships can lead to future opportunities
  

Our sixth internship information session will be with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

Interested in building a career protecting Texas’s environment and natural resources? Join representatives from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to learn about internship and career opportunities and discover how students can gain hands-on experience working in environmental protection and public service.

What You’ll Learn

• What to expect from a TCEQ internship or externship
  
• Career opportunities across TCEQ and the environmental field
  
• How students can gain hands-on experience through internships and job-shadowing opportunities
  
• How TCEQ professionals apply science, engineering, policy, and other skills to protect Texas’s air, water, and land
  
• How to explore current internship and career opportunities
  

Career & Internship Areas Include

• Environmental Science
  
• Engineering
  
• Geoscience
  
• Biology & Life Sciences
  
• Chemistry
  
• Water Resources
  
• Environmental Compliance
  
• Public Policy & Administration
  
• Legal
  
• Information Technology
  
• Communications
  
• Business & Administration
  
• And more
  

Who Should Attend
Students interested in environmental careers, public service, science, engineering, geoscience, natural resources, policy, and related fields. Students from all majors are encouraged to explore TCEQ's opportunities, as the Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program welcomes applicants from a variety of academic backgrounds.

What to Bring
Come prepared to learn, connect with TCEQ representatives, and ask questions about environmental careers and opportunities in public service. Students may also want to bring a resume and questions about internships, career paths, and the application process.

Learn More
Visit TCEQ's internship page to learn more about internship, externship, and career opportunities. TCEQ's Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program provides paid, full-time summer internships.

*Open to all students. Counts toward the Internships & Career Experiences Pathway in US 1100.*

Not every concern has an obvious next step. Stop by the Dean of Students Office’s Know Where to Go: Conflict, Questions, and Options table to learn how the Student Ombuds may help students think through concerns, communication challenges, process questions, or conflicts involving campus life.

This drop-in table is designed to help students understand when the Student Ombuds may be a helpful place to start, which types of concerns may be appropriate for an informal consultation, and how students can explore options before a concern becomes more difficult to navigate. Students can stop by to learn about conflict navigation, campus process questions, communication strategies, and how to identify next steps when they are unsure where to go.

Students do not need to have an active conflict to participate. This table is intended to build awareness of informal support options and help students feel more confident navigating campus systems.

Elevate your professional presence on LinkedIn with essential strategies. Discover how to craft a standout profile, strategically network, and unlock hidden opportunities in the job market. This Shop Talk session will provide actionable insights to help you navigate LinkedIn with confidence and maximize your career potential.

Presented by: Ross Wood, Associate Director of Career Education and Veteran Resources, Career Services

Register today!

Planning ahead can help you earn academic recognition for your internship – and this session shows you how to do it. In this virtual info session, you’ll learn the difference between for-credit and zero-credit options, how transcript notation works, and how reflection assignments can deepen your learning. You’ll hear the key requirements and learn the steps for earning credit in the future, including how to use campus resources as you navigate the internship process. 

*Open to all students. Counts toward the Internships & Career Experiences Pathway in US 1100.* 

Learn about how to make your passion for the college experience into a promising career! Join for an engaging panel with current Student Success professionals at Texas State about their career paths and considerations for pursuing a career in higher education. 

Check out our full Make College Your Career event series this fall. 

Join us for a free mobile grocery distribution hosted by Texas State University in partnership with the Central Texas Food Bank. The drive-thru distribution will take place on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. in the Bobcat Stadium West Lot, between Robbie Lane and Stadium Drive.

Community members arriving by vehicle should remain in their vehicles, and volunteers will guide vehicles through the distribution process. Food will be distributed on a first-come basis, and we will serve as many neighbors as possible during distribution hours.

The event is also accessible by Bobcat Shuttle Route 10 – UFCU Stadium. Shuttle riders should get off at the UFCU Stadium West stop.

View the Route 10 schedule and information.

Nothing says the Halloween season like watching a scary movie in the woods with you friends! Join us for an extra special showing (MOVIE TBD) with free food and drinks.