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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Advice and Experience From a Graduated International Student

Arnav Mathur, a former computer science student interested in finance, faced significant challenges in his job search due to the difficulty in finding employers willing to sponsor international candidates. This obstacle, however, became the motivation Arnav needed to get creative …

By Carla Merkosky
Carla Merkosky Career Advisor, Career Services
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Should students and recent graduates from underrepresented groups hide aspects of their identity when applying for jobs? | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep2

This is the second episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast. These podcasts are produced by College Recruiter job search site, which believes that every student and recent graduate deserves a great career, and hosted by WRKdefined.

In this  …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Job Search Tips for International Students

There are a number of “dos” and “don’ts” to keep in mind when navigating the job search as an international student. During an interview with Handshake, Anson Tan, the President of the University of San Francisco International Student Association and …

By Beth Loell
Beth Loell Associate Director, Career Advising & Programming
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Do’s and Don’ts: Job Searching for International Students

The best way to learn about job searching as an international student is to hear from those who have already navigated the process. A person’s firsthand insights can provide valuable tips and guidance on how to land an opportunity.

Handshake …

By Carla Merkosky
Carla Merkosky Career Advisor, Career Services
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Should international students hide that status from employers when job hunting?

For international students navigating the job market, the transition from education to employment can be particularly complex. In addition to the typical challenges of entering the workforce, international students often face concerns related to visas, work authorization, and potential bias. …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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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 …

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Phone
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Address

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

O'Leary Library, Rooms 314 & 318
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Lowell, MA 01854-5148

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