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 LGBTQ+ students and alumni.

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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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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Workplace Trends For 2026: Preparing For The New Labor Market Reality

The way we work isn’t gently drifting; it’s moving fast. 

In just a few years, artificial intelligence (AI) went from a talking point to a real coworker. Remote work settled in, then shook itself out into something more practical. And …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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UML Resources for the LGBTQ+ Community

If you identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally here at UMass Lowell, we want you to know about the many resources on campus available to faculty, staff, and students to stay connected.

By Tiffany Medeiros
Tiffany Medeiros Assistant Director, Cooperative Education
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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 …

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

Consortium of Higher Education LGBTQ Resource Professionals‘ mission is to achieve higher education environments in which LGBTQ people have …

The Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (MPTC) is an organization dedicated to ending discrimination on the basis of gender identity and …

Working for lesbian, bisexual and transgender equal rights at the Human Rights Campaign.

Lambda Legal is a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, …

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