The Career & Co-op Center is committed to supporting and celebrating all facets of a student’s identity. Explore this page to find resources, advice and opportunities specific to First Generation students and alumni.

9 job hunting tips for economically disadvantaged college and university students

Economically disadvantaged college and university students face a unique set of challenges when it comes to securing internships and early career opportunities. To help, we’ve gathered nine insightful tips from employment specialists, including career counselors.

Conduct Thorough Company and Role …

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5 Tips for Time Management in College

There’s an endless amount of ways you can fill your time in college, and if you don’t want to be left scrambling to finish your assignments before the clock strikes 11:59, you’ll need a plan for how to make the most of your time. Here are 5 tips for management in college:

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Winning at Diversity Interviews: Essential Tips

Companies increasingly recognize the value of diverse teams in driving innovation, creativity, and overall success. As such, many organizations are placing a strong emphasis on diversity-focused recruiting, seeking candidates who not only have the right skills and experience but also bring unique perspectives and backgrounds to the table.

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How First-Generation College Students Can Find Internships And Entry-Level Jobs Upon Graduation

By Diana Brush

In a good economy, the average entry-level job search can take from three to six months.  In a poor economy, it takes even longer.  First-generation students who are searching for internships or entry-level jobs need to make …

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First-generation, job hunting students should use their college’s LinkedIn alumni page

One of the best sources of job hunting assistance for any college or university student at any campus is the school’s career service office. Sadly, it is also one of the most underused resources.

Beth Williams, Director of Career Services …

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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 …

Informational Interviews

PDF: An informational interview is an interview with someone currently working in a field of interest to you.

Internship? Co-op? Practicum? Clinical? Part-time Job? Some ways to know the differences

Internships in your field of study are career- connected work experiences that provide hands on learning experiences that are often …

Avoiding Job Scams

UMass Lowell and Handshake make reasonable efforts in reviewing job postings and employers for potentially fraudulent job postings or inappropriate …

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