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If you are interested in participating in on-campus recruiting, go to the
eRecruiting How-To Guide for Students
What is On-campus Recruiting?
On-campus recruiting is a process that lets employers post jobs specifically for UMass Lowell students and alumni, and lets those employers schedule on-campus interviews with selected candidates. The on-campus recruiting process takes place largely through an online system called "eRecruiting." The system lets students and alums easily search online for positions of interest, apply electronically through the eRecruiting system (or sometimes directly to the employer via a company Web site or email address), and conveniently arrange on-campus interviews around their class schedules.
How Does It Work?
Positions are posted in eRecruiting, accessible from the Career Services Web site. Job postings include:
- Position description
- Company Web site (for your research purposes)
- Qualifications required
- Deadline date by which you must submit your resume
- Date of the interview schedule.
If, after viewing your resume, the employer wishes to interview you for the position, either the employer or the Career Services office will contact you to schedule an interview. Company representatives conduct on-campus interviews in the Career Services interview rooms at 200 Southwick Hall, North Campus.
Almost everything you need to know about participating in on-campus recruiting is outlined in the eRecruiting How-To Guide for Students. But if you have questions about the process, email Career Services or call us at 978-934-2355.
How should you prepare for an on-campus interview?
It's important to conduct research, prepare, and practice before your interview. The Career Services Web site provides several "how-to" resources to help you research companies, industries and positions for which you plan to interview. Printed materials are available in our office as well. We also strongly recommend that you schedule a practice interview with a volunteer industry recruiter or a career service staff member to help you market yourself effectively during a "real" interview. To schedule a practice interview, call Career Services at 978-934-2355.
Cancellation and No-Show Policy
Students without a valid, documented emergency who fail to appear for a scheduled on-campus interview, practice interview or employer-sponsored career event jeopardize UMass Lowell's working relationship with that employer. This lack of consideration:
- Deprives another student of the opportunity to participate,
- Tarnishes the reputation of UMass Lowell's student population and the Office of Career Services,
- Causes the Career Services staff and University faculty members to lose confidence in your reliability and marketability, and
- Severely reduces the possibility of you ever working for that employer.
Cancellation Policy
If you are scheduled to attend an interview or Career Services event, you may change your appointment time or cancel no less than two full days in advance by calling our office at 978-934-2355. Career Services can then provide that opportunity to another student with no penalty to you. Cancellations within two business days for reasons other than serious illness or emergency are not acceptable and will jeopardize your access to Career Services programs and events.
No-Show Policy
If you fail to appear for a scheduled interview or event, your Career Services privileges will immediately be suspended. To regain access, you must:
- Contact the Office of Career Services at 978-934-2355 to schedule an appointment with a career counselor.
- Write a letter of apology to the affected employer and/or Career Services staff member.
- Bring a copy of the letter and a stamped business envelope to your Career Services appointment.
- Once you have completed this process, and your letter has been reviewed and mailed, Career Services will reinstate your privileges. Please note that repeat offenders may face an extended suspension and/or written notice to their academic department chairperson.