Career Resources for Students
View the Year-by-Year Checklist to gauge your progress, and check out our resources on this page to move forward!
Appointments: Visit us early and throughout your time at HFA! We will meet you wherever you are in your career planning process.
Handshake: Your one-stop shop for accessing career information, job and internship postings, events and more.
UMass Professional Wardrobe Closet: You can visit the closet to browse our collection of new and gently used items, all free of charge!
Free Professional Photos: Looking to update your LinkedIn profile picture? UMass Amherst now has an Iris Photo Booth, which lets you update your headshot with the same quality of a professional photographer, but on your schedule (and for free!).
Big Interview: Prepare for a job interview and build your confidence with this free training system for UMass Amherst students.
Virtual Interview Space: Practice or conduct an interview using free space on the UMass Amherst campus during normal business hours (8 am to 5 pm). To book a room, scroll to the bottom of the page and click the lower right card labeled "“Reserve a Room for Virtual Interviews.”
Student Resources
Determine your career direction by understanding yourself and exploring various career options that are compatible with your interests, values, and skills.
Successfully land internships and jobs with tailored advising that helps you stand out.
Jump-start your career with these job boards and professional associations.
Review our identity-related resources to find tools designed to provide guidance and open doors.
Take the next step in your academic career with advising, resources, and networking tips.