Welcome to the Career & Co-op Center at UMass Lowell. We want to introduce you to what we do to help your UMass Lowell student learn about careers, find internships, co-ops, and jobs, and prepare them for seeking employment. You play an important role in your student’s career development, so we offer this site as a resource for you. Please explore the links on this page to learn more about the services we provide, how you can help your student with career decision-making, and what other resources are available.
Founded in 2001, a Partnership for Public Service is a non-profit devoted to building a better government in the United States. In 2002, they created a network known as “Call to Serve” and this network consists of colleges and universities …
Don’t toss your job requirements in the trash in the euphoria of being wanted. Sure, it’s great to know you beat out the competition. And it’s wonderful that a company is willing to give you some money on a regular basis. But ask any career expert on the planet and you’ll hear that: it’s wise to carefully evaluate an offer before you dive in head first.
The UMass Lowell Career & Co-op Center is committed to helping students find rewarding careers. While some of our students prefer to drop-in and ask questions, others appreciate more structured support. For those seeking weekly meetings with a member of …
Not everyone places “making an impact” at the top of their list when looking for their next role. However, Grace Fidalgo, a sourcing recruiter with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, was looking for exactly that when it was her time to …
Emotional intelligence (EI) is a critical skill that employers want, whether in business or the workforce. According to a study by TalentSmart, 90% of top performers possess high EI, suggesting that EI is a crucial driver of success in the …
