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UMass Amherst Career Development & Professional Connections aka "The HUB" helps undergraduate & graduate students connect their UMass Amherst education to meaningful and satisfying careers.
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We help undergraduate and graduate students connect their UMass Amherst education to real-world careers through major and career exploration, resume and interview guidance, internships and co-ops, graduate and professional school applications, and job searches.
Mission: Career Services educates students to empower them in making gratifying career decisions and to develop, transition, and function in a diverse and global society.
Operating as usual


12/22/2020
Commonwealth Care Alliance answers, “How should a candidate follow-up after an interview?”
ASK AN EMPLOYER! Commonwealth Care Alliance answers, “How should a candidate follow-up after an interview?”
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The UMass office of Career Development & Professional Connections asks employers the questions on every student's mind. www.umass.edu/careers/
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#umasscareers #hireumass #umasscareerslovesyou #HelpStudentsThrive.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=di06sARH5WI
The UMass office of Career Development & Professional Connections asks employers the questions on every student's mind. www.umass.edu/careers/

12/21/2020
How to Negotiate Salary: Tips for Recent College Graduates
Despite what you may have heard, the starting salary for recent college graduates is negotiable. Click article to learn more!
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https://www.roberthalf.com/blog/salaries-and-skills/salary-negotiation-tips-for-recent-college-graduates
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#umasscareers #hireumass #umasscareerslovesyou
Securing a higher salary for recent college graduates is going to require all the right moves. Read our top tips to negotiate for a better offer.

12/16/2020
Be prepared for when they ask, "Do you have any questions for me?"
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https://www.umass.edu/careers/sites/default/files/pdf/Handouts/Questions%20to%20ask%20at%20the%20end%20of%20an%20interview%20oct%202017.pdf
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#HireUmass #umasscareers #HelpStudentsThrive #umasscareerslovesyou

12/11/2020
Have you secured your field experience opportunity for Spring?
Check out this exclusive remote opportunity with, Boston based, Reboot Rx!
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https://www.umass.edu/mic/internships
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#umasscareers #hireumass #umasscareerslovesyou #helpstudentsthrive

12/09/2020
20 Things Most People Learn Too Late In Life
20 Things Most People Learn Too Late in Life
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https://medium.com/better-advice/20-things-most-people-learn-too-late-in-life-23674cdbd75c
Life is a journey of twists and turns, peaks and valleys, mountains to climb and oceans to explore.

12/09/2020
Experiential Learning thrives on the Mount Ida Campus!
LEARN MORE about this exclusive opportunity with Reboot Rx
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https://www.umass.edu/mic/internships
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#umasscareers #hireumass #umasscareerslovesyou #helpstudentsthrive
12/08/2020
Buildium answers, "What are the benefits of a diverse workplace?”
Buildium answers, "What are the benefits of a diverse workplace?”
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ASK AN EMPLOYER! The UMass office of Career Development & Professional Connections asks employers the questions on every student's mind. www.umass.edu/careers/
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#umasscareers #hireumass #umasscareerslovesyou #helpstudentsthrive
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https://youtu.be/1WtAN1Wwij4
The UMass office of Career Development & Professional Connections asks employers the questions on every student's mind. www.umass.edu/careers/

12/07/2020
#MindfulMonday! Are *YOU* as prepared to network as possible for the next Career Fair?!
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https://www.umass.edu/careers/sites/default/files/pdf/Career%20Fair%20Prep%20handout%202015.pdf
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#MindfulnessMonday #MindfulMonday #MondayFunday #UMassCareers #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive
12/04/2020
How to Use Social Media for Professional Networking
Don’t have a huge Professional Network yet? THINK AGAIN! You actually might!
How to Use Social Media for Professional Networking!
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https://www.vault.com/resume-tips/how-to-use-social-media-for-professional-networking
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#FeatureFriday #FactFriday #TGIF #UMassCareers #HireUMass #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive
Want to learn even more about networking? Watch this video from Vault.com discussing how to use social media for professional networking.

12/02/2020
"Appreciation can change a day, even change a life. Your willingness to put it into words is all that is necessary." — Margaret Cousins
Share your "thanks" with all today. 🌟 We are thankful for YOU! 💛

12/02/2020
Wellness in the workplace can be found in building a network of like-minded and like-hearted professionals.
Why not start with the fantastic UMass Alumni on Connect UMass?!
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Designed exclusively for UMass Amherst, this dynamic platform lets students connect with alumni and others in the UMass community for career conversations, mentoring, and more. Connect UMass makes it easy for students to log on, find alumni, or join a group. Don’t wait—get connected today!
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https://www.connectumassalumni.com/
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#WellnessWednesday #UMassCareers #HireUMass #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive

12/02/2020
Aliyah is responsible for covering news events as a photographer as well as editing video packages for the nightly broadcast. Her best networking advice is for students to form strong bonds with some of the closest experienced professionals: their teachers.
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https://www.candidcareer.com/video-news+editor,9e8912996d65c1cf0976,Umass
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#WellnessWednesday #UMassCareers #HireUMass #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive

12/01/2020
Animal lover’s jobs. Can be part-time or full.
Don't miss the amazing opportunity to join our VEG Boston team - apply now!!
Technicians: https://apply.workable.com/veterinary-emergency-group/j/DAD6C1A868/
Assistants: https://apply.workable.com/veterinary-emergency-group/j/DE1A60A980/
11/27/2020
2020 Family Weekend Presentation | Career Development & Professional Connections
Miss the Family Weekend Presentation from Director of Student Career Development, Candice Serafino? Don't worry! We recorded it for you 😘
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https://youtu.be/w78J-JI7TxE
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#FeatureFriday #TGIF #UMassCareers #HireUMass #umasscareerslovesyou
Director of Student Career Development, Candice Serafino, hosts the 2020 Family Weekend Presentation. www.umass.edu/careers/
11/24/2020
Amazon answers, "What is your #1 piece of advice to candidates?"
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https://youtu.be/O9iIrh_HTyo
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The UMass office of Career Development & Professional Connections asks employers the questions on every student's mind. www.umass.edu/careers/
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#umasscareers #hireumass #umasscareerslovesyou #helpstudentsthrive

11/24/2020
Joe is president and CEO of TeamHomeField.com. His company gives coaches and athletes across the country the ability to edit and watch game footage online at the push of a button. Here’s what Joe has to say about Networking…
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https://www.candidcareer.com/video-internet+ceo,1305428b0c9c8d8a2660,Umass
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#MindfulnessMonday #MindfulMonday #MondayFunday #UMassCareers #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive
11/24/2020
5 Tips to Build Your Network
This #MindfulMonday, we encourage you to take inventory of your Professional Network, and begin a strategy to BUILD IT UP with these 5 tips!
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https://www.vault.com/resume-tips/5-tips-to-build-your-network
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#MindfulnessMonday #MindfulMonday #MondayFunday #UMassCareers #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive
Want to learn even more about networking? Watch this video from Vault.com discussing 5 tips to build your network.

11/23/2020
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11/20/2020
Networking 101 - How to Network - Networking Tips & Advice | Candid Career
Networking 101: No matter the industry, networking is essential to a long, successful career. The most successful networkers know that the real work begins well before the event begins and ends long after you get home.
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https://www.candidcareer.com/video-networking+101,1e866306e9b5f012419c,Umass
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#FeatureFriday #FactFriday #TGIF #UMassCareers #HireUMass #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive
No matter the industry, networking is essential to a long, successful career. The most successful networkers know that the real work begins well before the event begins and ends long after you get home. Preparation and follow-up are just as important as the networking event itself! For all you stude...

11/19/2020
Thinking big #thoughts on this #ThoughtfulThursday, what *IS* an informational interview anyway?!
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https://www.umass.edu/careers/jobsearch/networking/infointerview#info
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#ThankfulThursday #ThoughtfulThursday #ThursdayThoughts #TGIT #UMassCareers #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive
11/18/2020
Networking Beyond LinkedIn
Why is networking so important for your career development? FIND OUT!
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https://youtu.be/itRyaY9W-MI
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#WisdomWednesday #UMassCareers #HireUMass #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive
Why is networking so important? - Create and maintain mutually beneficial relationships - Meet potential mentors, partners, and clients - Stay current on lat...

11/18/2020
Tough Teachers - Character Lab
Have you had a TOUGH TEACHER over the years? What did you learn from that experience? Read on...
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https://characterlab.org/tips-of-the-week/tough-teachers/
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#WellnessWednesday #UMassCareers #HireUMass #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive
Beloved isn’t always best
11/17/2020
How to Start a Conversation at a Networking Event
Virtual or In-Person, this is “How to Start a Conversation at a Networking Event”
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https://www.vault.com/resume-tips/how-to-start-a-conversation-at-a-networking-event
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#GoodNewsTuesday #GoodNewsTues #TipTuesday #HireUmass #UMassCareers #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive
Want to learn even more about networking? Watch this video from Vault.com discussing how to start a conversation at a networking event.
11/17/2020
#GoodNewsTuesday
There is an average of 1,000 jobs on Handshake every week?!
Log in with your Student ID to get yours!

11/17/2020
#TipTuesday! Stephanie Ayanian, Documentary Film Producer has a lot to say about networking, LISTEN IN!
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https://www.candidcareer.com/video-film+producer,7f92f2bfa9f701272774,Umass
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#GoodNewsTuesday #GoodNewsTues #TipTuesday #HireUmass #UMassCareers #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive

11/16/2020
🔊 Listen Now: Pandemic Fatigue Q & A: Mental Health, Processing The News, And Staying Occupied
Are you having Quarantine Fatigue too? Give this a listen:
https://one.npr.org/?sharedMediaId=933014907:934853142
Consider This From NPR on NPR One | 14:28

11/16/2020
Let’s be mindful of our purpose today on this #MindfulMonday; Net.Work.Work.Work with a succinct elevator pitch!
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https://www.umass.edu/careers/sites/default/files/pdf/Handouts/Elevator%20Pitch.pdf
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#MindfulnessMonday #MindfulMonday #MondayFunday #UMassCareers #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive

11/13/2020
#FeatureFriday! Here is a MASTER RESOURCE for all things NETWORKING from the Vault.com
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https://www.vault.com/networking-tips
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#FeatureFriday #FactFriday #TGIF #UMassCareers #HireUMass #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive

11/12/2020
We have lots of #thoughts on networking at the UMass Career Hub! Check it out on our website.
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https://www.umass.edu/careers/jobsearch/networking
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#ThankfulThursday #ThoughtfulThursday #ThursdayThoughts #TGIT #UMassCareers #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive

11/11/2020
How can I network during a pandemic? | Career Hacks - YouTube
CAREER HACKS! This is an awesome #TipTuesday highlight: Secret Super power of Networking explained by Camille with step-by-step instructions!
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fn0SBlUDj4E
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#GoodNewsTuesday #GoodNewsTues #TipTuesday #HireUmass #UMassCareers #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive
Discover your new career superpower: networking. Camille speaks with experts about the importance of a strong professional network and learns tips about how to ...

11/11/2020
#WisdomWednesday got you all ready to binge watch an ENTIRE channel on Networking advice clips. You’re welcome!
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https://www.candidcareer.com/channel_detail.php?chid=51&p=career
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#WisdomWednesday #UMassCareers #HireUMass #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive

11/11/2020
To our fellow Americans in uniform, past, present, and future, we thank you.
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11/10/2020
Building a Bigger and Better Network
Want to get noticed by employers? Of course you do!
Job seekers who network and make strong connections can gain a significant advantage!
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https://www.vault.com/resume-tips/building-a-bigger-and-better-network
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#GoodNewsTuesday #GoodNewsTues #TipTuesday #HireUmass #UMassCareers #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive
Want to learn even more about career advancement & networking? Watch this video from Vault.com discussing building a bigger and better network.

11/10/2020
#GoodNews We know how to Rock Your LinkedIn Profile! Learn from Craig Barry, LinkedIn Account Executive & UMass Alumnus and Tiffany Appleton, UMass Amherst Associate Director of Employer Relations!
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https://youtu.be/U3-pyyS5I2E
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#GoodNewsTuesday #GoodNewsTues #TipTuesday #HireUmass #UMassCareers #UMassCareersLovesYou #HelpStudentsThrive
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The mission of the Career Development Hub, and of career centers university-wide, is to educate students in all phases of their career development and to empower them in making gratifying career decisions to develop and transition successfully in a diverse and global society.
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