The process of fining a job, internship or co-op is more than just conducting an online search. It involves knowing yourself, marketing your skills, networking, effectively using search engines, and more. The Career & Co-op Center is here to help you find opportunities that interest you, and you can schedule an appointment with one of our team members to discuss your goals and develop effective search strategies. On this page, you’ll find advice, resources, and links to job search boards that can help you take the next steps in your career journey.

Spotting and Avoiding Job Scams: Essential Tips for Students

Job searching is an exciting milestone, but it can also make students vulnerable to scams. Understanding the warning signs of these scams is crucial for avoiding financial and emotional distress.

By Victoria Barbeisch
Victoria Barbeisch Communications and Program Specialist, Career Services
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Top 10 glamorous science and engineering jobs for students, recent grads, and others early in their careers

Science and engineering are fields that not only offer intellectual challenges but also the chance to make groundbreaking discoveries and innovations. For students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals, there are science and engineering positions that combine prestige, excitement, and the …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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How to Network in College (And Why It Matters)

Imagine it’s your last year of college. Classes are winding down, and the job market is looming just around the corner. Then it hits you: Connections matter—it’s as much about who you know as what you know. Networking in college …

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Standing out in Non-Profit Hiring

From tech companies to schools, from hospitals to marketing firms, hiring practices across industries vary. Job seekers interested in working for non-profit agencies will likely have a different experience from peers who are targeting for-profit organizations. Here are a few …

By Beth Loell
Beth Loell Assistant Director, Career Services
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5 Great Careers in Renewable Energy

There are many benefits to renewable energy, such as reduced pollution, improved public health, and economic development, just to name a few. According to The International Renewable Energy Agency, 90% of the world’s electricity should come from renewable energy sources …

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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 …

Candid Career

Candid Career provides career planning and career information videos to help students learn about job options, industries and job search …

What Can I Do With This Major?

What Can I Do With This Major? features 100 major profiles with information on common career paths, types of employers …

Job & Internship Search Sites

In addition to using the web to access Handshake, below is a list by discipline and affinity of other online …

Careers at the University of Massachusetts Lowell

To view a list of available employment opportunities for non-students at the university.

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Phone
978-934-2355
Address

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220 Pawtucket Street
Lowell, MA 01854-5148

O'Leary Library, Room 105
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Lowell, MA 01854-5148

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