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.

The 5 Advantages of Being Multilingual in Today’s World

In today’s workplace, a multilingual professional is not just valuable; they are essential. Technology may aid in basic translation, but it often falls short of capturing the nuance of being human. Individuals possess the unique ability to convey empathy and …

By Carla Merkosky
Carla Merkosky Career Advisor, Career Services
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5 International Student Job Search Challenges + Tips to Address Them

International student studying in the U.S can face certain difficulties during the job search process. These challenges may include the lack of an existing network, cultural differences, time constraints, and more. Some of these issues may already be familiar to …

By Kathy Vaillancourt
Kathy Vaillancourt Coordinator, Cooperative Education
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Navigating International Student Precarity in Academia

Working towards widening diverse career options and establishing a more equitable future for international students are key factors in rectifying international student precarity throughout academia.

By Kathy Vaillancourt
Kathy Vaillancourt Coordinator, Cooperative Education
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Strategies for Job Success as an International Student

Job searching as an international student can be challenging. Many factors impact your familiarity with the U.S. job market and work culture. Although it may be a stressful and ambiguous process, as an international student, you bring a diverse and …

By Carla Merkosky
Carla Merkosky Career Advisor, Career Services
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Social Security Resources for Employment at UML

At UML, we are thrilled to have over 2,000 international students who have chosen to attend our institution. With that in mind, we want to ensure that all international students have the opportunity to work on campus, but there are …

By Kathy Vaillancourt
Kathy Vaillancourt Coordinator, Cooperative Education
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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 …

International Student & Scholars Office (ISSO)

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

Handling Illegal Questions

PDF: If you are asked illegal questions during an interview, here’s how you can answer them.

Myvisajobs

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

English-language Conversation Circles

For beginning and more advanced English speakers, the Chelmsford Public Library offers free conversation circles. You can also check out …

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Phone
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Address

University Crossing, Suite 450
220 Pawtucket Street
Lowell, MA 01854-5148

O'Leary Library, Room 105
61 Wilder Street
Lowell, MA 01854-5148

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