Alumni of UMass Lowell are important to us. We welcome you to the Career & Co-op Center, and we’re committed to helping you throughout your work life by offering many free services. Please refer to the links below for an overview of how we can assist you in your career development. To see a career advisor, call 978-934-2355 to schedule an appointment.

We also consider our alumni a wonderful resource for current students. Many UMass Lowell alumni generously give their time by sharing their expertise and advice with students, participating in career panel discussions, and generating internship, co-op or full-time job opportunities, and more. If you would like to explore ways to provide professional assistance to current UMass Lowell students, please contact us.

Q&A with Caitlyn: From Co-op Experience to Career Success

Meet Caitlyn, a Talent Acquisition Coordinator at Commonwealth Financial Network, who is passionate about supporting early career talent. Caitlyn graduated in 2023 from UMass Lowell with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management, Marketing & Management. While in school, she gained hands-on industry experience through a co-op at Franklin Templeton Investments (formerly Putnam Investments) from January to June 2022. Now working on the other side of the hiring process, Caitlyn shares her perspective on what makes students stand out and how they can successfully transition from co-op roles to full-time positions.

By Caitlyn Lydon
Caitlyn Lydon
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Beach Blanket, Brain Food: Your MBA Summer Reading List

Summer’s calling, and after a demanding year, it’s time to unwind. But hold on, ambitious MBAs! Before you completely switch to beach mode, let’s invest some quality time in fueling those brilliant minds for the exciting journey ahead.

Forget the …

By WeSolv
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5 Ways Transgender and Gender-Nonbinary Individuals Can Convey Their Pronouns of Choice at Work

It’s becoming increasingly accepted that gender is a nonbinary spectrum, which means we’re not all relegated to just “male” or “female.” Meanwhile, more and more people are choosing to identify with non-traditional pronouns, gender-neutral pronouns, multiple pronouns, or no pronouns …

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What Is Earning Potential—and How to Increase Yours

Have you ever looked at someone in your field and asked yourself how they’re making so much more than you? Maybe you’ve even Googled “What is earning potential?” or wondered if you’re missing out on a higher salary. The truth …

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Salary Negotiation Tips for MBAs: How to Get What You’re Worth

Negotiating your salary as an MBA graduate isn’t just about securing a bigger paycheck—it’s about setting the right financial foundation for your career. According to research from the Harvard Business Review, failing to negotiate can cost you up to $1 …

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Resources

Handshake

UMass Lowell’s Career & Co-op Center is pleased to offer a comprehensive recruiting system called Handshake. This system provides customized …

Effective Resume Writing Guide

PDF: Check out our guide to write and format your best resume.

Interviewing 101

PDF: The before, during, and after of a job interview.

FOCUS® 2 CAREER

FOCUS® 2 CAREER is an easy-to-use online career self-assessment system that can help you explore your values, interests, personality, and …

UMass Lowell LinkedIn Group

Connect with other Alumni on LinkedIn!

UMass Lowell Alumni Website

Visit UMass Lowell Alumni Online Community!

Contact & Location

Phone
978-934-2355
Address

University Crossing, Suite 450
220 Pawtucket Street
Lowell, MA 01854-5148

O'Leary Library, Room 105
61 Wilder Street
Lowell, MA 01854-5148

Appointment Hours

Monday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.