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 students and alumni with disabilities.

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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Service Animals and the Workplace

Service animals can be a tremendous support for those with a variety of disabilities. As defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), service animals are “individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities,” …

By Beth Loell
Beth Loell Assistant Director, Career Services
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Should I Say I Have a Disability on a Job Application?

In recent years, many companies have become increasingly interested in reaching diversity goals but in practice not all of them are properly prepared to deal with diversity. This contradictory situation may leave you wondering, “Should I say I have a …

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How to Ask for ADHD Accommodations at Work

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects millions of adults worldwide, including a significant portion of the workforce. In the U.S., approximately 15.5 million adults (6%) had a current ADHD diagnosis based on self-report in 2023. Its hallmark …

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Anxiety, Autism, and Accommodations

Searching, interviewing, and preparing for the transition from college to the workforce causes stress for many students. For those with anxiety or autism, knowing what to look for in a supportive organization and how to manage one’s own anxiety are …

By Beth Loell
Beth Loell Assistant Director, 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 …

Handling Illegal Questions

PDF: If you are asked illegal questions during an interview, here’s how you can answer them.

USAJobs.gov

The Federal Government’s official jobs site.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Know your rights and how the ADA protects people with disabilities in many areas of public life.

Employment Solutions

Employment Solutions, a division of Hire Disability Solutions LLC, provides comprehensive career services to facilitate employment for people with disabilities, …

EntryPoint!

EntryPoint! is a program of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) offering outstanding internship opportunities for students …

Contact & Location

Phone
978-934-2355
Address

University Crossing, Suite 450
220 Pawtucket Street
Lowell, MA 01854-5148

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

Appointment Hours

Monday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.