The Career Services & Cooperative Education Center at UMass Lowell supports graduate students in their career decision-making. Our advising staff offers assistance with internships and job searches through individual appointments, drop-in hours, and workshops.

We provide access to Handshake for job listings, host several career fairs each year, and offer various online resources. Graduate students can also network with industry representatives, including alumni, at employer panels, on-campus interviews, and information sessions.

Find advice and resources on this page to help you navigate your career journey, like our popular curriculum vitae guide featured below.

 

10 signs the early career job market is heating up in May 2026

We are officially halfway through Q2 2026, and the data is starting to tell a much brighter story for early-career professionals.

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5 Things to do After Graduation to Decide What’s Next 

The time after graduation offers a valuable opportunity for career exploration, but it can be difficult to know how to approach it. Read what Madison suggests are 5 things to do after graduation to help you determine your next steps.  

By Madison Rowley
Madison Rowley Student Staff - Career Peer
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Job references 101: 3 steps to secure your hype man | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep89

Your resume is perfect, but will your references ghost you? Learn how to pick advocates who actually help you get hired, not hurt your chances.

Resume? Check. Cover letter? Check. But don’t let a bad reference ruin your job search. …

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8 Awesome Women’s Professional Networks

Women’s professional networks offer a range of benefits that contribute to the personal and professional development of women in various industries. Most typically, these organizations offer networking opportunities, mentorship programs, skill development workshops, and a platform for discussion and collaboration. …

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Exploring Niche Job Boards for Careers in Law, Safety, and Security

n today’s competitive job market, finding the right opportunity often requires more than a quick search on large, general job platforms. For students and alumni pursuing careers in law, public safety, and security, niche job boards can provide a powerful advantage.

By Catherine McLean
Catherine McLean Co-op Coordinator
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Resources

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

GoinGlobal provides jobseekers of all nationalities with tools to fast track their career explorations both at home and abroad, featuring …

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

Learn more about what to include, formatting conditions and more through our C.V. guide

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

What Can I Do With This Major? features 100 major profiles with information on common career paths, types of employers …

Contact & Location

Phone
978-934-2355
Address

Meehan Student Center, Suite 450
100 Meehan Way
Lowell, MA 01854-5148

O'Leary Library, Rooms 314 & 318
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.