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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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 Co-op Coordinator
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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 Co-op Coordinator
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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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5 Tips for a Great Cover Letter (and samples)

Cover letters are a fantastic tool to introduce oneself in the job search process and are as significant as the resume. A cover letter provides an excellent opportunity to demonstrate one’s interest in the organization and establish direct connections between the employer’s job description and one’s professional background. A well-crafted cover letter, tailored to the specific job and company of interest, and addressed to the right person, can make a lasting impression on the employer.

By Afua Serwa Addae-Adoo
Afua Serwa Addae-Adoo Associate Director, Career Advising & Staff Development
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Navigating International Student Visas and Employment Opportunities in the U.S.: A Guide for 2023-2024

For international students pursuing higher education in the United States, understanding visa types and employment eligibility is crucial. The ability to work while studying can provide valuable experience, financial support, and a pathway to future opportunities in the U.S.

By Carla Merkosky
Carla Merkosky Career Advisor, Career Services
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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

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

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 …

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.