While graduate students obtain invaluable career guidance from the faculty in their respective fields, the Career Development Hub at UMass has collected resources to supplement your professional skill development. Whether you are looking to network with UMass Amherst alumni or are seeing unique opportunities to match your skills, you can get support on this site. We encourage you to take advantage of all the resources available to you during your time at UMass Amherst.
Resources for Graduate Students
Graduate students have unique needs depending on their course of study and career goals. Below is a list of curated resources design to help you hone your professional skills.
Browse resources to support graduate students while at UMass, primarily through the 400+ workshops OPD hosts each year ranging from career skills to applying for grants.
Self-paced courses, workbooks, and live trainings/webinars to help Master's students develop the knowledge and confidence they need to successfully advance their careers.
Unique curriculum, information, and strategies to help doctoral students confidently apply for faculty/academic jobs or to build a nonacademic career.
Meet thousands of UMass Amherst alumni that are seeking to network with currently enrolled students. Career Communities are specialized affinity groups on the platform that specialize in 11 different industries.
LinkedIn Learning is a free resource made available to UMass Amherst students. LinkedIn Learning has thousands of courses in hundreds of disciplines. Jump into a 3 minute video or take a full 2 hour course at your own pace.
UMass hosts over 20 career fairs on-campus every year. Meet employers in person and find out about opportunities in Massachusetts and beyond.
The curated international students career page is a collection of information and resources to clarify what opportunities are available for international students.
A collection of guides and resources for graduate students seeking to develop their career skills, including resume and cover letter writing, virtual interview training, networking, and more.