Rachael Fletcher

Senior Associate Director of Experiential Learning

Rachael Fletcher is the the Associate Director of Internship Development. With over 8 years of experience leading experiential learning programs for diverse populations, Rachael has created and implemented youth leadership & summer camps, after-school programs, and advanced curriculum for state independent living contracts. She enjoys coordinating hands-on experiences for students that align with their passion and career goals. As a former college volleyball player and club coach, she enjoys coaching students to reach their full potential and “learn by doing”. Rachael holds a Masters Degree in Recreation and Leisure Program Management from the University of North Texas and a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from Friends University in Wichita, Kansas.

Currently, Rachael provides expertise, guidance, and support to students, the UTSA Community, and industry partners to facilitate and increase high-impact learning experiences.  She coordinates workshops and events to connect students with upcoming opportunities and provides professional development support such as internship preparation, best practices during, and reflection and application upon completion. Rachael’s goal is to equip students with a competitive advantage upon entering the global workforce through participation in high-impact learning experiences. She works closely with employers to foster quality internship programs and enhance intern management.

Rachael lives by the motto “Work Hard, Play Hard!” In her free time she loves playing volleyball, hiking, and spending time outdoors.

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Intern Spotlight: Meet Sahil!

The University Career Center is excited to introduce you to a tenacious leader and role model, Sahil Maherali! Sahil has gone above and beyond as a UTSA Roadrunner, completing 4 college internships and mentoring peers in their pursuit of internships …

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The Zion Group PAID Internship for Spring 2019! Apply Today!

Apply today atwww.InternshipOpp.com

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PAID Summer Policy Internship! APPLY TODAY!

The Intercultural Development Research Association – a dynamic 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to assuring equal educational opportunity for every child – is seeking a Policy Intern.

The Policy Intern will assist IDRA with developing and providing strong, equity-based policy development and analysis …

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Get hired by Google!

Google just released tips for students on HOW TO GET HIRED with their company! Check out this very insightful Q&A!
What roles do you hire for?

We hire across a range of technical, engineering, and business roles. Students can find …

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Intern Spotlight: Meet Colton!

The University Career Center is excited to introduce you to Colton Barton! An extraordinary student leader who made every moment count at UTSA! In addition to participating in a diverse range of internships and experiential learning opportunities, Colton was Fundraising …

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National Biosafety and Biocontainment Training Program is looking for Fellows for 2019!

The NBBTP is a partnership between the Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) at the National Institutes of Health. This is a rare opportunity for individuals seeking work in …

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Externships can take you to the next level!

The University Career Center had an amazing spring semester visiting multiple partner organizations and shadowing the best of the best! We explored the fields of engineering, accounting, tech, non-profit, and so much more! Take a look at our adventures!

Externships …

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University Career Center’s Summer Internship Launch Party!

Have you secured a Summer Internship? Congratulations!!! We want to celebrate YOU!

All students participating in a summer internship are invited to the Career Center’s Summer Internship Launch Party on Friday, May 18, 2018 at 12:00 pm. We will have food, fun, and games that will prepare you for your …

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Intern Spotlight: Meet Jonathan!

We are excited to introduce you to Jonathan Gonzalez! An outstanding Cyber Security & Information Systems student that exudes  leadership in everything he does! As Vice President of Delta Sigma Pi, Jonathan collaborated with the Career Center last fall to …

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5 UTSA students land Internships at same Externship

Lots of hard work and dedication seems to be paying off for 5 prepared Roadrunners.

Over twenty students from local and surrounding universities attended an all-day Finance and Accounting Externship at Harland Clarke last month. Eighteen of those students were from UTSA.

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