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 international students and alumni.

NEW Workshop for international graduate students

International graduate students beginning their degree in fall 2025 are invited to take the Career Development for International Students workshop. This two-part workshop includes a self-paced, online workshop followed by a in-person workshop during the first week of fall classes.

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How to Find Organizations Committed to DEI Values

Most social-impact organizations today express a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

The National Council of Nonprofits encourages organizations to not only articulate their values, but to be guided by them and to integrate them into their daily operations. …

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Should diverse students, recent grads be more concerned about employers’ use of applicant tracking systems?

When diverse college students and recent graduates step into the job market, they encounter a variety of employers, including large ones that often utilize Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). Understanding how these systems work and how to effectively tailor applications can significantly impact the success of your job search.

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Advice for International Students Looking for Full-Time Jobs in the U.S. in 2026

For professionals like me who work with international students, 2025 was a very tough year, and a very sad year. International education was clearly under attack, international students were being unnecessarily scrutinized, and many of us who advised these students …

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The Self-Discovery Internship: I Learned What I Want from Work by Learning What I Didn’t Want

We’re often told to “find your passion.” Easier said than done for most people (at least that’s what I think). As a computer science student in a seemingly oversaturated job market, I wrapped up my junior year thinking the key …

By Wendy Carvalho
Wendy Carvalho Student Staff - Career Peer
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The Difference Speaking Another Language Can Make 

When I began my job search in the United States, I felt unsure about my spoken English and very self-conscious about my accent. However, taking English courses in my undergrad equipped me with a solid college-level grammar foundation. This, combined with practicing my verbal skills during a semester abroad, gave me the confidence to seek an early-career opportunity. I secured my first job …

By Jessy Abramson
Jessy Abramson 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 …

Information on taxation, visas, SEVIS, OPT and CPT, and more, including possible on-campus employers.

While it can be unpredictable what questions an employer will ask you in a job interview, there are some questions …

Now the largest and most trusted employment website for foreign workers seeking opportunities in United States.

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.