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On-Campus Recruiting Frequently Asked Questions

What is my username and password?

Your username and password are your UT EID username and password. You may only log in from a UT EID screen.

I need to register with the McCombs Career Services. What does that involve?

You will need to be added to our On Campus Recruiting system. If you are already able to enter the system, simply complete your profile and upload a resume.

Where should I look for jobs and internships?

On-Campus Recruiting – this system is only for McCombs School of Business students and alumni. The system maintains the schedules for the companies that are coming onto campus to recruit.


You may also want to make an appointment to meet with one of the career advisors for more suggestions.

How can I make an appointment with an advisor?

Go to either the BBA, and look for “Career Advising Appointments” under the Quick Links box.
Once in the appointment system, click on the link that reads “Current students.” Log into the system using your UT EID. Select the advisor with whom you wish to meet so that you may see which of their available slots will work with your schedule. Select a time.

I’m trying to make an appointment with an advisor, but everyone is booked this week. What can I do?

Advisor schedules come out only one week at a time. The schedule for the following week comes open at midnight between Wednesday and Thursday.

How can I search on On-Campus Recruiting to find job matches?

Be sure that your profile is filled out correctly.
For BBAs: Fill out the last four fields: work authorization status, degree and major.


Where do I pick up/drop off a company application?

All applications are both picked up and dropped off at the career library, BBAs-CBA 2.316F.

How will I be notified that I’ve been selected for an interview?

The On-Campus Recruiting system sends you an e-mail notifying you of the employer decision as soon as that decision has been entered in the system. Make sure that your e-mail address is correct in your profile (and that your mailbox is not full) or you will not receive these important updates! Also, it’s a good idea to double check your status in the applications section of On-Campus Recruiting periodically.

What is the difference between a “closed” and an “open” interview schedule?

A closed interview schedule is the more common type of interview. You apply, we send the resumes to the company, the company reviews and selects those candidates they want to interview, and after about a week, the company sends us a list of invitees.
An open interview schedule is more immediate. You apply, select a resume, and then are automatically sent to the schedule to sign up for a time.

The On-Campus Recruiting System says that a schedule should be open to anyone today. Why can’t I sign up on the schedule?

First, check to see whether the schedule is coded with an “O” preceding the job title. If not, it isn’t an open schedule job. You may also check to see if the open schedule date matches the freeze date. If it does, that also means that it is not an open schedule because no changes can be made after the freeze date. It is important to remember that a schedule that started out as a closed schedule very rarely becomes open to all takers after a certain date.

Today is the day that invited students may sign up on a schedule. Why can’t I sign up yet?

After clicking on “Details/Sign-up” in your applications page, look to the box on the right side of the following page. If you cannot sign up, there will be an explanation as to why. Generally, it is because the schedule does not become available until 10:00 p.m. -- not a.m.

How do I upload a transcript?

First, you have to scan your transcript and save it on your hard drive. Then, log in to e-Recruiting and go to "Documents". Under "Upload Documents", upload your cover letter as a cover letter, and upload your transcript as an "Other Document". When you apply to the position, you will be able to attach the "Other Document" (your transcript) along with your resume and cover letter.

How do I request a transcript during the holiday break?

It is possible that you will resume drop with companies that will also request a transcript from you while you are still on vacation and out of Austin. Often these companies will request that you drop your resume off at BBA Career Services. Here are the steps you will need to take if you are not in Austin:

Step 1 - You can still order transcripts online, by phone, or by fax. You can find the order procedures at: http://registrar.utexas.edu/students/records/transcripts/index.html

Please note:


Step 2 - When you indicate who to send your transcript to (unless the company requests that you send it directly to them) please use the following address format:


BBA Career Services

For “Company Name” interview

1 University Station

Mail Code B6200

Austin TX 78712

 

On the second line please indicate the “Company Name” for the company for which you are submitting the resume.


Step 3 - Once you have ordered your transcript and requested it to be sent to BBA Career Services, please send an e-mail to the following address: BBAtranscripts@mccombs.utexas.edu

In the body of the e-mail please put your name and the name of the company you sent the transcript for so that we will have a secondary way of confirming what company the transcript is needed for. Please use the address above. Do not send the message to your advisors as they may not have access to their e-mail during this holiday time.

 

Applications through company websites

Many companies require that applicants apply on their company website in addition to applying through OCR. Often the applications on the company websites require you to upload a copy of all your grades.

You should be able to get your grades online through the interactive degree audit at http://registrar.utexas.edu/students/degrees/ida/. Then copy and paste them into a Word document which you can upload into the company’s online application portal.