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.

 

Human Rights Campaign Report on Inclusivity & Equality in the Workplace

Each year, the Human Rights Campaign creates a report identifying the landscape of equity and inclusion in the workplace. This report includes several aspects, such as key findings around Transgender Inclusion & Healthcare, highlighting equality at the Fortune-Ranked Companies, and …

By David DupreWilson
David DupreWilson Career Advisor
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7 job search tips for Latinx students, recent grads

For years, many in the United States and other countries used “Hispanic” to refer to people who live in or whose ancestors came from anywhere in Latin America, which is commonly defined as Mexico, Central America, South America, and the …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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UML Student Feature: 5 Tips for Working with a Disability

 

Hello! My name is Kalib Laughran and I am a senior here at UMass Lowell studying International Business. I work as a Student Peer Coach with Disability Services, and I’m also registered with a disability. The disabilities I’m diagnosed …

By Kalib Laughran
Kalib Laughran
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Jobs Needed in Alternative Energy—Now!

In light of the recent UN report on climate change, it seems like the perfect time to point to all the jobs that are available and needed (perhaps now more than ever) in the alternative energy indfustry. So below is …

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Benefits of an Internship before entering a Graduate Program

Many people traditionally view internships and work experience as a mere stepping stone from university to a career. However, they serve a much broader purpose, particularly for those considering a master’s degree. Engaging in internships can significantly enhance your transition …

By Janet Lee Taylor
Janet Lee Taylor Career Advisor, Career Services
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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.