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International Students

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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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 …

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Navigating Healthcare in the U.S. as an International Student

If you are a student studying in the United States and need help understanding the medical system, plans, deductibles, and more, we highly encourage you to read this piece.

By Kathy Vaillancourt
Kathy Vaillancourt Co-op Coordinator
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2023-2024 Job Advise for International Students

Navigating the job market and HB-1 visa process for an international student can be incredibly daunting. Take a look at some great tips and perspectives in this piece written by Derek Loosvelt at the Vault including changes after the pandemic, …

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Kathy Vaillancourt Co-op Coordinator
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Building Global Fluency with GoinGlobal

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Thinking that exploring global career opportunities and tapping into international networks is too complicated? Think again! The UML Career and Co-op Center invites students to explore GoinGlobal which provides students with a fast track to career exploration at home and …

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Kathy Vaillancourt Co-op Coordinator
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How to Adjust as an International Student Coming to School in the United States

Adjusting from high school to college is difficult enough for both students and parents. But that adjustment can be even more complicated when a student comes from a different country to study here in the United States.

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Victoria Barbeisch Communications and Program Specialist, Career Services
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Handshake

Handshake

UMass Lowell’s Career & Co-op Center is pleased to offer a comprehensive recruiting system called Handshake. This system provides customized …

GoinGlobal

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)

International Student & Scholars Office (ISSO)

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

Handling Illegal Questions

Handling Illegal Questions

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

Myvisajobs

Myvisajobs

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

English-language Conversation Circles

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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