Helping Students Obtain Employment
TLU is committed to guiding students on the critical path of career development by helping them leverage a powerful network of faculty, staff, peers, and alumni who provide support along the way.
Services Offered in the Career Development Office
- Cover letter reviews
- Fellowship searches
- Internship searches
- Job searches
- Mock interviews
- Professional headshots
- Resume reviews
Our office is here to help prepare you for upcoming interviews, career fairs, and to provide insight and strategy on how to land your dream job.
Handshake is a platform that connects college students with top employers, opening doors to endless career opportunities.
Whether you’re searching for internships, part-time jobs, or full-time positions, Handshake streamlines the entire job search process, making it easier and more efficient than ever before.
Our Services
Big Interview is an innovative platform that equips you with the tools and knowledge needed to excel in any interview scenario. With Big Interview, you have access to a vast library of interview questions, spanning a wide range of industries and job roles. Practice your responses with the help of the video recording feature. Receive instant feedback on your answers, ensuring you showcase your strengths and address any potential areas for improvement.
Resume and cover letter templates and examples are also available on Handshake in the resource library.
Students and alumni are welcome to attend Career Development-sponsored fairs and employer spotlight tabling events publicized through Handshake. The resource library is supplied with brochures, guides, and books outlining different career paths, while our MyTLU page offers numerous online resources.
- A career fair is an interactive, on-campus event where employers meet students to recruit for internships, co-ops, and full-time positions. It serves as a networking hub for students to explore industries, hand out resumes, and make direct first impressions with company representatives
Students and alumni are welcome to attend Career Development-sponsored fairs and employer spotlight tabling events publicized through Handshake. The resource library is supplied with brochures, guides, and books outlining different career paths, while our MyTLU page offers numerous online resources.
- A graduate and professional school fair is an in-person event where students meet representatives from universities, master’s programs, and doctoral programs to explore advanced degree options. It acts as a specialized recruiting event for recruiters to share admissions requirements and for students to gather information, ask questions, and build professional connections. https://texaslutheran.campuslabs.com/engage/
Not sure where to begin your job search? The Career Development staff is happy to help you explore your options. Individual appointments are available to students and alumni.
To make an appointment, call 830-372-8178. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Appointments may also be scheduled online using Handshake, or by emailing at careers@tlu.edu. Students and alumni are welcome to drop in to discuss career topics between 1:30 p.m. and 4 p.m.
General Discussion Topics
- Graduate and Professional School
- Internships
- Job Searches
- Major and Career Exploration
- Resume Critiques
- Self-Assessment
What Can I Do With This Major? is a website featuring 106 major profiles with information on common career paths, types of employers that hire in the field, and strategies to maximize opportunities.
Career Assessments
- 60 questions
- Takes about 10 minutes
- Assesses your interests and how they relate to the world of work to help you find out what you like to do.
- 72 questions
- Takes about 20 minutes
- Similar to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
- Categorizes personality using four criteria categories
Meet Your Director
Kelsey Cruz, M.Ed.
Director of Career Development