Co-ops, internships & clinicals build on academic and career interests through structured and supervised experiences in the workplace
Meet Our Students
Erin McGuire '21
Geoscience
Erin McGuire has been able to ease into her new job as staff geologist at Nobis Group in Concord, N.H., while putting the finishing touches on her bachelor’s degree in environmental science with a geoscience option.
I’m excited to have the outdoors as my office. I really love being outside.
Jennifer Schultz '21
Mechanical Engineering
When she was younger, Jennifer Schultz didn’t want to be an engineer. Yet here she is, a summer intern in the office of Nonspec, a company that offers low-cost prosthetic limb systems. She even trekked to India with UMass Lowell’s B.V.B. Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program.
There was no way I was going to be an engineer.
Patrick McCallum '18
Plastics Engineering
Patrick McCallum got a leg up on his plastics engineering career with an internship at Wittmann Battenfeld, where he worked alongside the company's president, alum David Preusse '85.
As a student, it's rewarding to be involved with (Industry 4.0). Most people don't have a clue what newer machines are capable of. Now, I'm able to talk about those sorts of things.
Andrew Sciascia '20
Political Science & Criminal Justice
Andrew Sciascia’s studies in political science and homeland security are combining with his student newspaper experience to prepare him for a career as a political analyst.
We all come to this university with a different story, and we are welcomed with open arms.
Grace Chin '20
Computer Science
Great classes and research experience, a professional co-op and a cybersecurity competition are preparing Grace Chin for professional success.
I really lucked out coming to UMass Lowell. I think it’s a hidden gem for computer science.