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.

 

Building a professional network in a digital world: A guide for college students and new grads

By Toni Frana, Career Expert for Zety.com 

As economic challenges persist and AI tools are reshaping the entry level job market, this is putting pressure on young people looking for work. Whether you are looking for remote or in …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Thinking About Entrepreneurship? Here Are Some Considerations

Analyzing data

If you’ve ever dreamed of building something from the ground up, you’re not alone. For many graduates and alumni, entrepreneurship is more than just a career option.  It’s a chance to turn big ideas into real impact. But …

By CareerShift
Job hunting & career management solutions
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“Wait…Do I Actually Have to Negotiate My Salary?”

After countless applications, interviews, and perhaps a few existential crises, you’ve finally landed a job offer, cue the confetti! The excitement of receiving that anticipated phone call: “We were impressed with your performance during the interview process, and we …

By Jessy Abramson
Jessy Abramson Career Advisor, Career Services
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Federal Job Interview Questions: What to Expect and How to Tackle Them

When it comes to federal job interviews, they’re a bit different from those in the private sector. The process can be long, detailed, and highly competitive, with many applicants vying for the same position. The stakes are high—after all, a

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8 resume hacks that will get you noticed by applicant tracking systems

Most students and recent grads don’t realize that their first “interview” isn’t with a recruiter or hiring manager. It’s with software. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are designed to scan resumes, rank candidates, and decide whose applications get in front of …

By College Recruiter
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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 …

GoinGlobal

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

Effective Resume Writing Guide

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

C.V. Guide

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

Interviewing 101

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

What Can I Do With This Major?

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

University Crossing, Suite 450
220 Pawtucket Street
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.