The University of Massachusetts Amherst Career Center offers career coaching services to help students and alumni achieve their career goals. To make an appointment at the UMass Amherst Career Center for career coaching, you can follow these steps:
Online Scheduling System
The UMass Amherst Career Center uses an online scheduling system called Handshake. This system allows you to view the schedules of career coaches and schedule an appointment that fits your needs. To access Handshake, follow these steps:
- Log in to your UMass Amherst account or create a new account if you are an alum
- Navigate to the UMass Amherst Career Center website and click on the "Schedule an Appointment" button
- Choose the type of appointment you would like to schedule, such as a career coaching appointment or a resume review
- Select the career coach you would like to meet with and choose a date and time that works for you
- Enter a brief description of what you would like to discuss during your appointment
- Confirm your appointment details and click "Schedule" to complete the process
Career Coaching Services
The UMass Amherst Career Center offers a variety of career coaching services, including:
- Exploring career options: Career coaches can help you identify potential career paths and create a plan to achieve your goals
- Resume and cover letter review: Career coaches can review your resume and cover letter and provide feedback on how to improve them
- Interview preparation: Career coaches can conduct mock interviews and provide feedback on how to improve your interview skills
- Job search strategies: Career coaches can help you develop a job search plan and provide tips on how to network and find job opportunities
- Graduate school planning: Career coaches can help you explore graduate school options and create a plan to achieve your goals
In addition to these services, the UMass Amherst Career Center also offers career assessments to help you identify your strengths and interests and explore potential career paths.
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| Career Coaching | One-on-one coaching to help you achieve your career goals |
| Resume Review | Feedback on your resume and cover letter to help you improve them |
| Interview Preparation | Mock interviews and feedback to help you improve your interview skills |
| Job Search Strategies | Help developing a job search plan and tips on how to network and find job opportunities |
| Graduate School Planning | Exploring graduate school options and creating a plan to achieve your goals |
If you have any questions or need help scheduling an appointment, you can contact the UMass Amherst Career Center by phone or email. The career center is located in the Goodell Building and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm.
What should I expect during a career coaching appointment?
+During a career coaching appointment, you can expect to discuss your career goals and create a plan to achieve them. The career coach will work with you to identify your strengths and interests and explore potential career paths. They will also provide feedback on your resume and cover letter and offer tips on how to improve your interview skills.
How long are career coaching appointments?
+Career coaching appointments are typically 30-60 minutes long, depending on the type of appointment and the needs of the student or alum.
Can I schedule a career coaching appointment if I’m not a current student?
+Yes, alumni are eligible to schedule career coaching appointments. You can log in to your UMass Amherst account or create a new account if you are an alum to access the online scheduling system.
