The professional experiences you gain during and after your time at UMass Amherst are what define your career. Internships and other field experiences give you a chance to explore different career paths while also gaining practical, real-world experiences in your area of study, while your job search as you near graduation should be a holistic exercise that matches your professional skills with a job that resonates with your interests and values.
Job, Internship, and Field Experience Resources
Searching for Jobs and Internships
Searching for Jobs and Internships
Whether you're browsing Handshake and LinkedIn or figuring out how to network, here are resources to make your search a success.
Resumes and Cover Letters
Resumes and Cover Letters
If you want to land that perfect job or internship, you need to put the right foot forward. Make sure your resume and cover letter are the best they can be.
Interviewing
Interviewing
From "Tell me about yourself" to "What's your greatest weakness?", learn to show off your best self during an interview.
Negotiating Job and Internship Offers
Negotiating Job and Internship Offers
Learn the tricks of the trade so you can get the best offer for you!