UCC - Comet Trek (Employer Site Visit) with US Secret Service

Join us on October 14 for a unique Comet Trek to the U.S. Secret Service! Gain a behind-the-scenes look at one of the nation’s premier law enforcement agencies, learn about their mission to protect national leaders and safeguard the financial infrastructure, and explore a range of career paths in public service and federal law enforcement.

To Apply: Students must submit resume and answer Registration Survey questions on 12twenty to apply for participation. Students selected for the event will be notified via email. Applying does not guarantee a spot.

Application Link: https://utd.link/420

All Majors Welcome | 20 Student Limit

Application Deadline: September 30, 2026
Spots Available: 20
Transportation: Students will be responsible for their own transportation.

Please apply only if you can commit to attending. No-shows may be disqualified from future treks. Need a class exemption? Let us know—we can contact your instructor.

Priority will be given to applications received before September 21, 2026. Applications received after this date will be considered only if spots remain, and students will be placed on a waitlist.

Please note that eligibility for this employer recruitment and career exploration event depends on the employer’s requirements. Selection will be based on their current hiring needs, qualifications, and open roles.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE - Security Clearance Requirement:
As part of the employer site visit process, students are required to submit their Social Security Number directly to the U.S. Secret Service Office prior to the visit. These details are needed for a routine background check and are standard protocol to enter their facility.

The University Career Center does not collect this information. A secure Department of Homeland Security (DHS) email will be provided to you upon selection to submit your personal information directly to the recruiting U.S. Secret Service representative.

The U.S. Secret Service Office will also require students to submit their phone number and date of birth as part of their screening process. This information will be collected during the application process.

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The UCC Program is a voluntary program that offers students the opportunity to observe professionals in the their workplace and explore potential career paths. These opportunities represent a wide range of external employers. The University does not endorse the policies or viewpoints of any employer. Students are responsible for evaluating potential opportunities and for ensuring alignment with their personal and professional standards.

Photography and video recording may occur at this event. By attending, you consent to being photographed and recorded for use by UT Dallas in promotional materials, social media, and university publications.