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Why Recruit at UMass Lowell?

UMass Lowell is a national research university committed to preparing students for work in the real world – solving real problems and helping real people. With more than 18,000 students in bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs, we equip our graduates to succeed in a broad range of jobs and industries.

With over 150 majors and programs, our students have the training and education to succeed in your workplace. Coupling their education with their involvement in more than 250 student organizations and 16 NCAA Division 1 athletic teams, students have demonstrated highly valuable leadership, teamwork, communication and resiliency skills.

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Jim McGonigle
Assistant Director, Employer Relations

Email: james_mcgonigle@uml.edu
Phone: 978-934-2742

A new year brings a new recruiting season

Happy new year! January brings in the next recruiting cycle. We are very happy to be able to connect your opportunities with our students. Job postings through Handshake, recruiting tables, and information sessions are all effective tactics to bring awareness …

By Greg Denon
Greg Denon Associate Dean, Career Services & Cooperative Education
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How to Ask for ADHD Accommodations at Work

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects millions of adults worldwide, including a significant portion of the workforce. In the U.S., approximately 15.5 million adults (6%) had a current ADHD diagnosis based on self-report in 2023. Its hallmark …

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3 Ways to Encourage Your Company to Hire More People of Color

The most successful companies know that having a diverse workforce, especially in their leadership teams, strengthens their organizations. They know that a diverse staff strengthens company culture, improves decision making and problem solving, and gives them access to a wider, …

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How You Can Celebrate a Veteran This Veterans Day

Veterans Day, celebrated on November 11th, is dedicated to honoring those who have served and continue to serve our nation. It is an opportunity for civilians to acknowledge and demonstrate gratitude for the sacrifices service members and their families make …

By Afua Serwa Addae-Adoo
Afua Serwa Addae-Adoo Associate Director, Career Services
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What is Ableism? | Confronting Ableism in the Workplace

Despite the significant number of people living with disability across the U.S.—and the world at large—widespread misconceptions about disability can cause ableist language and behavior to proliferate. 

But what is ableism, and how does it play out in the …

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Resources

Posting Jobs

All job postings are published on our career services platform, Handshake. We ask that job descriptions are clear and include …

Employer Guide

For more than a century, UMass Lowell has been educating students to work in the real world to solve real-world …

Posting Unpaid Internships

UMass Lowell has multiple programs to support the financial needs of our students working in unpaid internships.  Whether you’re a …

Recruiting Guidelines

All recruitment through the University of Massachusetts Lowell (UMass Lowell) must adhere to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) guidelines, the National …

Career Fair Tips for Employers

Preparation – Tasks

For students to properly prepare to meet with you at the fair, it is very important that …

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.