Troy Hopkins

Director, Undergraduate Career Counseling

Troy Hopkins, JD, PHR, SHRM-CP is the Director of Undergraduate Career Counseling at the Rockwell Career Center. Troy has been with the Bauer College since 2006 and the University of Houston since 2003. Troy has worked at Texas universities since 1997, starting at the University of Texas at San Antonio where he earned a B.A. in Political Science. Troy earned his law degree from South Texas College of Law in Houston while working full time at the Bauer College. Troy has earned the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and SHRM-CP certifications and is a member of the Texas State Bar.

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7 Ways Job Searching Will Be Different in 2021 (and How You Can Adapt)

I know everyone is tired of hearing the words “unprecedented” and “2020” together. So I’m going to say that this last year was…extremely unordinary. And it’s probably safe to say that many of us are eager to put 2020 in …

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How Holiday Networking Has Changed After Covid-19

Many rituals and habits changed after Covid-19, and the surge caused by the delta variant means this holiday season will still be subdued. In-person gatherings in hotspots will be limited, parties will be canceled, and annual catch-ups will still likely be …

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How to Stop Taking Rejection Personally

We all know that dreaded email: “Thank you for your time, but we're unable to extend you an offer …” We also all know the internal dialogue that immediately follows an email telling us we didn't get the job: I …

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4 Signs Pandemic Fatigue Is Sabotaging Your Job Search

If you've been searching for a new job without any luck, you might be suffering from pandemic fatigue—which can put you into a negative mindset. Below are four signs that pandemic fatigue is affecting your job search, along with solutions for …

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5 Productive, Pain-Free Ways to Job Search During the Holidays Without Turning Into the Grinch

Last week, one of my friends confided that her severance was almost gone—with the holidays fast approaching. “I know I need to start looking for a job, but I might as well wait until January to start,” she said.

Au …

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6 Things To Consider When Comparing Compensation Packages

Should you just pick the company that’s offering the highest salary?

With graduation only a few months away, many college seniors are beginning to receive offer letters from potential employers – oftentimes more than one. In fact, almost two-thirds of RippleMatch …

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4 Ways to Learn About a Company’s Culture Before You Accept a Job Offer

A great company culture can make a big difference in your work experience.

When researching a job opening, your focus is often on the responsibilities of the job, the location, and how much it pays. While the what and where …

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9 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Accepting a Job Offer

Give these questions some thought before committing to the company.

After revising your resume countless times, building professional relationships throughout college, and making it through the interview process, you finally have an offer in hand. While this is an incredibly …

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7 Things To Consider Before Relocating For a Job

How to decide if you should move for a job.

You’ve finally gotten that coveted job offer, but there’s one catch: you have to relocate. Even if you’re excited to move away and start over in a new city, it’s …

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Wondering How You’ll Get Through a Pandemic Winter? Try These 9 Tips to Stay Connected and Motivated

In a world reshaped by the pandemic, we’ve all learned to make adjustments and create new routines to take care of ourselves and be productive. But things are about to get a little harder.

As we slide into our first …

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