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.

4 strategies for overcoming a lack of experience in your job search | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep28

On this week’s episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we discuss how employers almost always prefer to hire candidates with experience, even for roles that they consider to be entry-level. Why? Because their risk of hiring the candidate …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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The Changing Landscape of DEI and Technology

AI and DEI are at a crossroads.

DEI programs are under scrutiny as the corporate and governmental landscapes are shifting. While some companies are deprioritizing DEI due to political and economic pressures, others are recognizing that true inclusivity fuels innovation …

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Understanding Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS): A Guide for Students

We encounter students who are puzzled about why they aren’t hearing back from companies after applying for jobs online. One key reason could be employers’ use of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). So, let’s dive into what an ATS is, how it works, and why it’s important for your job search.

By Janet Lee Taylor
Janet Lee Taylor Career Advisor, Career Services
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4 Music Careers for Non-Musicians

When you think about careers in music, you likely think about musicians. However, there are many music careers that don't require mastery of a musical instrument. So, if you love music and want to build a career in or around …

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Advice and Experience From a Graduated International Student

Arnav Mathur, a former computer science student interested in finance, faced significant challenges in his job search due to the difficulty in finding employers willing to sponsor international candidates. This obstacle, however, became the motivation Arnav needed to get creative …

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 …

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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