UMass Amherst Career Toolkit

Isenberg students have access to both the school-specific Chase Career Center (Suite N207, Berthiaume Business Innovation Hub) and the university-wide Career Development & Professional Connections Hub. The Chase Career Center team works with students from their first semester through graduation with a genuine four-year approach.

• Book a Career Coaching Appointment — Chase Career Center

  Schedule 1:1 career coaching at the Chase Career Center (Suite N207, Isenberg). Visit IConnect to make an appointment with a Career Coach or Career Peer. Covers career exploration, résumé review, interview prep, job/internship strategy, and offer evaluation. Isenberg students are encouraged to start in their first semester — four-year approach means earlier engagement leads to better outcomes.

• Career Peer Advising — IConnect

  Isenberg Career Peers are trained undergraduate students who offer peer perspective on résumés, cover letters, internship search, and career planning. Schedule via IConnect. Career Peers are typically one or two years ahead of you and have recently completed the same recruiting processes — candid, practical feedback.

• University-Wide Career Advising — Career Hub

  The central Career Development & Professional Connections Hub serves all UMass students across all colleges. Good for students in non-Isenberg majors or for cross-industry advising beyond Isenberg’s business-specific coaching. Access via umass.edu/careers.

• Iris Photo Booth — Free Professional Headshot

  Free professional headshot service at the UMass Career Hub. The booth provides camera, lighting, and guides — you just need to show up. A professional LinkedIn photo is a basic necessity for job searching. Use this before creating or updating your LinkedIn profile.

• UMass Professional Wardrobe Closet

  Free professional clothing for students preparing for career fairs, interviews, and networking events. Available through the Career Hub. Use this before the September Isenberg Career Days — arriving professionally dressed makes a real difference in how recruiters perceive you.

Isenberg’s Office of Career Success has launched three significant new internship programs to reduce financial barriers and expand access: the OCS Internship Fund, micro-internships via Parker Dewey, and the Nonprofit & Small Business Internship Program.

• Isenberg OCS Internship Fund — $1,000–$5,000 Awards

  Financial awards of $1,000–$5,000 for undergraduate students who have secured summer internships but can’t afford to accept them without financial support. Alumni-funded. For students where financial pressure would otherwise prevent taking an unpaid or low-paid internship. Students with at least one internship on their resume are significantly more likely to secure full-time employment within three months of graduation. Contact Chase Career Center (careersuccess@isenberg.umass.edu) to apply.

• Nonprofit & Small Business Internship Program — $20/hr Equivalent

  Isenberg partnerships with Amherst-area nonprofits and small businesses. 10-week summer internships, approximately 20 hours/week. With alumni donor stipend support, students can earn approximately $20/hour equivalent. Participating organizations include Cancer Connection, Community Legal Aid, Franklin County YMCA, Stone Soup Café, and Valley Community Development. Apply through Chase Career Center.

• Micro-Internships via Parker Dewey

  Short-term (20–40 hour) paid professional projects matched by employer. Isenberg OCS partnered with Parker Dewey specifically to give sophomores and juniors more experiential opportunities earlier in their academic careers. Especially useful for students who want resume content before a formal internship search. Access via Chase Career Center or directly at parkerdewey.com.

• UMass Career Hub — Internship Credit for Academic Recognition

  UMass students can earn up to 18 academic credits for internships over their degree. Fall and Spring credits are part of regular tuition. Summer and Winter credits are paid per-credit through University Without Walls. Requires a Faculty Sponsor from a related department — start the faculty sponsor search early, as popular departments fill quickly.

• Charles River Campus — Boston Internship Housing

  UMass operates the Charles River Campus in Newton, MA (Boston area) specifically to provide affordable housing for students completing Boston-area internships and co-ops. This removes a major financial and logistical barrier for students who want to intern in Boston without paying Boston rent independently. Check the Career Hub for current availability and application process.

UMass Amherst has one of the strongest undergraduate real estate programs outside of traditional real estate-focused schools, anchored by the Isenberg Real Estate Fund (IREF) and the UMass Real Estate Club (UMREC). Both have verified active pages and a strong alumni network.

• Isenberg Real Estate Fund (IREF) — Commercial RE Consulting

  Student-run commercial real estate group founded 2019 (formerly Isenberg Real Estate Advisors). Works with real clients on commercial real estate consulting, including feasibility studies and investment analysis for municipalities and private clients. Members perform investment analysis, industry education, and career development. Selective — the main feeder is UMREC. Verified active IConnect page.

• UMass Real Estate Club (UMREC) — Open Entry Pipeline to IREF

  Open-entry club providing introductory commercial real estate education through lectures, current event discussions, and industry guest speakers. Trifold approach: education + networking + IREF pipeline. UMREC is the primary funnel for new IREF talent. Any student interested in real estate regardless of knowledge level should start here. Annual conference in Boston at the UMass Club (1 Beacon St). Verified active IConnect page.

• Isenberg Real Estate Advisors (IREA) — Active Real-World Projects

  IREA members have completed real feasibility studies for municipalities including the Town of Orange, conducting site tours, stakeholder meetings, and FAA compliance analysis. Real-world project experience is more compelling in interviews than coursework alone. The IREA/IREF model is a rare undergraduate opportunity to do genuine commercial real estate work. Verified via Isenberg news.

Isenberg has a well-organized club ecosystem with strong employer partnerships. The UMassGives 2025 campaign confirmed that Smart Woman Securities, Entrepreneurship Club, Women in Business, and the Real Estate Club are among the most supported student organizations by alumni donors.

• Smart Woman Securities (SWS) — Finance Education for Women

  501(c)(3) nonprofit founded at Harvard by Tracy Britt and Teresa Hsiao in 2006 to address the lack of female representation in finance clubs. Educates undergraduate women on finance and investments through seminars, mentoring, and exposure to successful professionals. UMass chapter active and alumni-supported (confirmed via UMassGives 2025). Verified via Isenberg diversity organizations page.

• Isenberg Consulting Academy

  Consulting-focused club providing career skills and consulting experience. One of the organizations mentioned by Isenberg Career Peers as a key club for students pursuing consulting careers. Referenced in IConnect career peer profiles. Find current information via the IConnect Student Organizations Hub.

• Women in Business (WiB) at Isenberg

  Weekly meetings Mondays at 7pm. Open to all students (website: IsenbergWiB.com). Alumni-supported (confirmed via UMassGives 2025). Empowers women in business through professional development, networking, and community. One of the most active diversity organizations at Isenberg.

• Black Business Student Association (BBSA)

  Mission: serve as a bridge for all students into financial services and banking by aiding in securing positions. Connects members with financial services and banking career opportunities, mentors, and resources. Verified via Isenberg student organizations page.

• ALPFA — Association of Latino Professionals For America

  Empowers and develops members as leaders in every sector of the global market. Provides internship opportunities, professional alumni network, and peer support. National ALPFA network creates employer connections beyond UMass. Verified via Isenberg student organizations page.

• Berthiaume Center for Entrepreneurship

  The Isenberg Entrepreneurship Club and Berthiaume Center are alumni-supported (confirmed via UMassGives 2025). Supports students building startups through programming, mentorship, and connections to the Pioneer Valley entrepreneurship ecosystem. Find via IConnect Student Organizations Hub.

• Advancement of Diversity in Business (ADB)

  Provides students from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds with step-by-step guidelines and knowledge on excelling in business. Cultivates a mindset of creation, motivation, and excellence. Verified via Isenberg student organizations page.

• Full Isenberg Student Organizations — IConnect Hub

  Complete and most current directory of Isenberg student organizations. Visit the Student Organizations section of IConnect for detailed information, meeting times, and contact details for each club. More up-to-date than the static isenberg.umass.edu organizations page.

Chase Career Center offers both walk-in and scheduled résumé reviews through IConnect. Isenberg also organizes industry treks (New Balance, Keurig Dr Pepper in Fall 2025) that provide insight into specific company cultures and expectations.

• Résumé & Cover Letter Review — Chase Career Center

  Book a 1:1 résumé review with a Career Coach or Career Peer via IConnect. Specify your target industry for the most useful feedback. Isenberg career coaches have business-specific expertise — a finance résumé for a Goldman application looks different from a consulting résumé for a McKinsey application.

• Mock Interview — Chase Career Center

  Schedule a mock interview with a Career Coach through IConnect. Covers behavioral, case, and industry-specific formats. Employers also conduct practice interviews through Career Days employer sessions — check IConnect for scheduled employer mock interview opportunities.

• Isenberg OCS Career Treks — Boston Employer Site Visits

  Fall 2025: 60 students visited New Balance HQ (Boston) and Keurig Dr Pepper HQ. Treks provide direct access to employer culture, hiring managers, and alumni at target companies. Career trek experience signals genuine interest to employers and provides specific talking points in interviews. Register via IConnect when trek applications open each fall and spring.

• Interview Prep via Handshake Resource Library

  UMass Handshake includes an extensive resource library covering interview techniques, STAR method practice, industry-specific question banks, and offer evaluation guides. Access via Handshake Resources. Use before scheduling a formal mock interview to build baseline preparation.

UMass hosts 20+ career fairs per year across all colleges. Isenberg Career Days is the most directly relevant for business students. The Amherst Area Internship Fair (September, 40+ local employers) and the statewide engineering and science fairs are also significant.

• Isenberg Career Days (Annual — Late September)

  2025 dates: Monday September 29 and Tuesday September 30, 11am–3pm, Campus Center Auditorium. Employers attend on one day only. On-campus interviews are not scheduled on these days so students can attend without conflicts. Largest Isenberg career event of the year. Register via Handshake.

• Amherst Area Internship Fair (Annual — September)

  Annual fair in September at Campus Center Auditorium. 40+ local businesses, nonprofits, and campus departments offering part-time jobs, internships, and work-study. Now in its fifth year (grew from 17 to 40+ employers). Strong for students seeking local Pioneer Valley opportunities and on-campus jobs.

• UMass Career Fair Calendar — 20+ Fairs Per Year

  UMass hosts over 20 career fairs annually ranging from major-specific to broad internship fairs. The Career Hub website lists all upcoming fairs. Check the Career Hub at the start of each semester for the full calendar and register early — some fairs have capacity limits.

• On-Campus Recruiting — Isenberg Interview Suite

  Isenberg’s dedicated Interview Suite (N207, Berthiaume Business Innovation Hub) hosts company on-campus interviews. Request space well in advance — fills quickly. Companies schedule ‘Get to Know Us’ 20-minute appointments, information sessions, and full interview days through the Chase Career Center. Contact Noelle Bieda (nmenard@isenberg.umass.edu) for employer scheduling.

UMass is part of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith. Students can take courses at all five colleges, access five library systems, and tap into a broader Pioneer Valley network. The Charles River Campus in Boston provides a direct bridge to Boston’s job market.

• Five College Consortium — Cross-Campus Classes & Resources

  UMass is part of the Five College Consortium with Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College. Take classes at any of the five schools, access their libraries, and participate in campus events. Open borrowing privileges and a free connecting bus system. Expands your academic options and cross-college student community significantly.

• Charles River Campus — Boston Internship Housing

  UMass Newton campus in the Boston area provides student housing specifically for students completing Boston internships and co-ops. Removes the single biggest logistical barrier to Boston internships for Western Massachusetts students. Check availability through the Career Hub.

• Isenberg Career Treks to Boston

  OCS organizes regular career treks to Boston-area headquarters. Fall 2025 treks included New Balance and Keurig Dr Pepper. Provides on-site company visits and employer networking that isn’t possible from Amherst alone. Register via IConnect when trek applications open.

UMass Class of 2025 outcomes data is available through the Career Hub’s First Destination Survey. Isenberg students consistently perform strongly in finance, accounting, consulting, and marketing recruiting, with the Boston and New York markets being primary landing spots.

• First Destination Survey — Class of 2025

  UMass Career Hub published Class of 2025 First Destination Survey data showing employment rates, top employers, industries, and geographic distribution. Access via the Career Hub homepage. Use to identify which employers actively hire from UMass and to calibrate salary expectations.

• Isenberg Career Success Outcomes

  Isenberg publishes career outcomes data separately from the university-wide survey. Covers Isenberg-specific placement rates, top employers, and salary ranges by major. Access via the Isenberg Office of Career Success page or contact Chase Career Center directly.

Isenberg students have access to both the school-specific Chase Career Center (Suite N207, Berthiaume Business Innovation Hub) and the university-wide Career Development & Professional Connections Hub. The Chase Career Center team works with students from their first semester through graduation with a genuine four-year approach.

• Book a Career Coaching Appointment — Chase Career Center

  Schedule 1:1 career coaching at the Chase Career Center (Suite N207, Isenberg). Visit IConnect to make an appointment with a Career Coach or Career Peer. Covers career exploration, résumé review, interview prep, job/internship strategy, and offer evaluation. Isenberg students are encouraged to start in their first semester — four-year approach means earlier engagement leads to better outcomes.

• Career Peer Advising — IConnect

  Isenberg Career Peers are trained undergraduate students who offer peer perspective on résumés, cover letters, internship search, and career planning. Schedule via IConnect. Career Peers are typically one or two years ahead of you and have recently completed the same recruiting processes — candid, practical feedback.

• University-Wide Career Advising — Career Hub

  The central Career Development & Professional Connections Hub serves all UMass students across all colleges. Good for students in non-Isenberg majors or for cross-industry advising beyond Isenberg’s business-specific coaching. Access via umass.edu/careers.

• Iris Photo Booth — Free Professional Headshot

  Free professional headshot service at the UMass Career Hub. The booth provides camera, lighting, and guides — you just need to show up. A professional LinkedIn photo is a basic necessity for job searching. Use this before creating or updating your LinkedIn profile.

• UMass Professional Wardrobe Closet

  Free professional clothing for students preparing for career fairs, interviews, and networking events. Available through the Career Hub. Use this before the September Isenberg Career Days — arriving professionally dressed makes a real difference in how recruiters perceive you.

Isenberg’s Office of Career Success has launched three significant new internship programs to reduce financial barriers and expand access: the OCS Internship Fund, micro-internships via Parker Dewey, and the Nonprofit & Small Business Internship Program.

• Isenberg OCS Internship Fund — $1,000–$5,000 Awards

  Financial awards of $1,000–$5,000 for undergraduate students who have secured summer internships but can’t afford to accept them without financial support. Alumni-funded. For students where financial pressure would otherwise prevent taking an unpaid or low-paid internship. Students with at least one internship on their resume are significantly more likely to secure full-time employment within three months of graduation. Contact Chase Career Center (careersuccess@isenberg.umass.edu) to apply.

• Nonprofit & Small Business Internship Program — $20/hr Equivalent

  Isenberg partnerships with Amherst-area nonprofits and small businesses. 10-week summer internships, approximately 20 hours/week. With alumni donor stipend support, students can earn approximately $20/hour equivalent. Participating organizations include Cancer Connection, Community Legal Aid, Franklin County YMCA, Stone Soup Café, and Valley Community Development. Apply through Chase Career Center.

• Micro-Internships via Parker Dewey

  Short-term (20–40 hour) paid professional projects matched by employer. Isenberg OCS partnered with Parker Dewey specifically to give sophomores and juniors more experiential opportunities earlier in their academic careers. Especially useful for students who want resume content before a formal internship search. Access via Chase Career Center or directly at parkerdewey.com.

• UMass Career Hub — Internship Credit for Academic Recognition

  UMass students can earn up to 18 academic credits for internships over their degree. Fall and Spring credits are part of regular tuition. Summer and Winter credits are paid per-credit through University Without Walls. Requires a Faculty Sponsor from a related department — start the faculty sponsor search early, as popular departments fill quickly.

• Charles River Campus — Boston Internship Housing

  UMass operates the Charles River Campus in Newton, MA (Boston area) specifically to provide affordable housing for students completing Boston-area internships and co-ops. This removes a major financial and logistical barrier for students who want to intern in Boston without paying Boston rent independently. Check the Career Hub for current availability and application process.

UMass Amherst has one of the strongest undergraduate real estate programs outside of traditional real estate-focused schools, anchored by the Isenberg Real Estate Fund (IREF) and the UMass Real Estate Club (UMREC). Both have verified active pages and a strong alumni network.

• Isenberg Real Estate Fund (IREF) — Commercial RE Consulting

  Student-run commercial real estate group founded 2019 (formerly Isenberg Real Estate Advisors). Works with real clients on commercial real estate consulting, including feasibility studies and investment analysis for municipalities and private clients. Members perform investment analysis, industry education, and career development. Selective — the main feeder is UMREC. Verified active IConnect page.

• UMass Real Estate Club (UMREC) — Open Entry Pipeline to IREF

  Open-entry club providing introductory commercial real estate education through lectures, current event discussions, and industry guest speakers. Trifold approach: education + networking + IREF pipeline. UMREC is the primary funnel for new IREF talent. Any student interested in real estate regardless of knowledge level should start here. Annual conference in Boston at the UMass Club (1 Beacon St). Verified active IConnect page.

• Isenberg Real Estate Advisors (IREA) — Active Real-World Projects

  IREA members have completed real feasibility studies for municipalities including the Town of Orange, conducting site tours, stakeholder meetings, and FAA compliance analysis. Real-world project experience is more compelling in interviews than coursework alone. The IREA/IREF model is a rare undergraduate opportunity to do genuine commercial real estate work. Verified via Isenberg news.

Isenberg has a well-organized club ecosystem with strong employer partnerships. The UMassGives 2025 campaign confirmed that Smart Woman Securities, Entrepreneurship Club, Women in Business, and the Real Estate Club are among the most supported student organizations by alumni donors.

• Smart Woman Securities (SWS) — Finance Education for Women

  501(c)(3) nonprofit founded at Harvard by Tracy Britt and Teresa Hsiao in 2006 to address the lack of female representation in finance clubs. Educates undergraduate women on finance and investments through seminars, mentoring, and exposure to successful professionals. UMass chapter active and alumni-supported (confirmed via UMassGives 2025). Verified via Isenberg diversity organizations page.

• Isenberg Consulting Academy

  Consulting-focused club providing career skills and consulting experience. One of the organizations mentioned by Isenberg Career Peers as a key club for students pursuing consulting careers. Referenced in IConnect career peer profiles. Find current information via the IConnect Student Organizations Hub.

• Women in Business (WiB) at Isenberg

  Weekly meetings Mondays at 7pm. Open to all students (website: IsenbergWiB.com). Alumni-supported (confirmed via UMassGives 2025). Empowers women in business through professional development, networking, and community. One of the most active diversity organizations at Isenberg.

• Black Business Student Association (BBSA)

  Mission: serve as a bridge for all students into financial services and banking by aiding in securing positions. Connects members with financial services and banking career opportunities, mentors, and resources. Verified via Isenberg student organizations page.

• ALPFA — Association of Latino Professionals For America

  Empowers and develops members as leaders in every sector of the global market. Provides internship opportunities, professional alumni network, and peer support. National ALPFA network creates employer connections beyond UMass. Verified via Isenberg student organizations page.

• Berthiaume Center for Entrepreneurship

  The Isenberg Entrepreneurship Club and Berthiaume Center are alumni-supported (confirmed via UMassGives 2025). Supports students building startups through programming, mentorship, and connections to the Pioneer Valley entrepreneurship ecosystem. Find via IConnect Student Organizations Hub.

• Advancement of Diversity in Business (ADB)

  Provides students from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds with step-by-step guidelines and knowledge on excelling in business. Cultivates a mindset of creation, motivation, and excellence. Verified via Isenberg student organizations page.

• Full Isenberg Student Organizations — IConnect Hub

  Complete and most current directory of Isenberg student organizations. Visit the Student Organizations section of IConnect for detailed information, meeting times, and contact details for each club. More up-to-date than the static isenberg.umass.edu organizations page.

Chase Career Center offers both walk-in and scheduled résumé reviews through IConnect. Isenberg also organizes industry treks (New Balance, Keurig Dr Pepper in Fall 2025) that provide insight into specific company cultures and expectations.

• Résumé & Cover Letter Review — Chase Career Center

  Book a 1:1 résumé review with a Career Coach or Career Peer via IConnect. Specify your target industry for the most useful feedback. Isenberg career coaches have business-specific expertise — a finance résumé for a Goldman application looks different from a consulting résumé for a McKinsey application.

• Mock Interview — Chase Career Center

  Schedule a mock interview with a Career Coach through IConnect. Covers behavioral, case, and industry-specific formats. Employers also conduct practice interviews through Career Days employer sessions — check IConnect for scheduled employer mock interview opportunities.

• Isenberg OCS Career Treks — Boston Employer Site Visits

  Fall 2025: 60 students visited New Balance HQ (Boston) and Keurig Dr Pepper HQ. Treks provide direct access to employer culture, hiring managers, and alumni at target companies. Career trek experience signals genuine interest to employers and provides specific talking points in interviews. Register via IConnect when trek applications open each fall and spring.

• Interview Prep via Handshake Resource Library

  UMass Handshake includes an extensive resource library covering interview techniques, STAR method practice, industry-specific question banks, and offer evaluation guides. Access via Handshake Resources. Use before scheduling a formal mock interview to build baseline preparation.

UMass hosts 20+ career fairs per year across all colleges. Isenberg Career Days is the most directly relevant for business students. The Amherst Area Internship Fair (September, 40+ local employers) and the statewide engineering and science fairs are also significant.

• Isenberg Career Days (Annual — Late September)

  2025 dates: Monday September 29 and Tuesday September 30, 11am–3pm, Campus Center Auditorium. Employers attend on one day only. On-campus interviews are not scheduled on these days so students can attend without conflicts. Largest Isenberg career event of the year. Register via Handshake.

• Amherst Area Internship Fair (Annual — September)

  Annual fair in September at Campus Center Auditorium. 40+ local businesses, nonprofits, and campus departments offering part-time jobs, internships, and work-study. Now in its fifth year (grew from 17 to 40+ employers). Strong for students seeking local Pioneer Valley opportunities and on-campus jobs.

• UMass Career Fair Calendar — 20+ Fairs Per Year

  UMass hosts over 20 career fairs annually ranging from major-specific to broad internship fairs. The Career Hub website lists all upcoming fairs. Check the Career Hub at the start of each semester for the full calendar and register early — some fairs have capacity limits.

• On-Campus Recruiting — Isenberg Interview Suite

  Isenberg’s dedicated Interview Suite (N207, Berthiaume Business Innovation Hub) hosts company on-campus interviews. Request space well in advance — fills quickly. Companies schedule ‘Get to Know Us’ 20-minute appointments, information sessions, and full interview days through the Chase Career Center. Contact Noelle Bieda (nmenard@isenberg.umass.edu) for employer scheduling.

UMass is part of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith. Students can take courses at all five colleges, access five library systems, and tap into a broader Pioneer Valley network. The Charles River Campus in Boston provides a direct bridge to Boston’s job market.

• Five College Consortium — Cross-Campus Classes & Resources

  UMass is part of the Five College Consortium with Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College. Take classes at any of the five schools, access their libraries, and participate in campus events. Open borrowing privileges and a free connecting bus system. Expands your academic options and cross-college student community significantly.

• Charles River Campus — Boston Internship Housing

  UMass Newton campus in the Boston area provides student housing specifically for students completing Boston internships and co-ops. Removes the single biggest logistical barrier to Boston internships for Western Massachusetts students. Check availability through the Career Hub.

• Isenberg Career Treks to Boston

  OCS organizes regular career treks to Boston-area headquarters. Fall 2025 treks included New Balance and Keurig Dr Pepper. Provides on-site company visits and employer networking that isn’t possible from Amherst alone. Register via IConnect when trek applications open.

UMass Class of 2025 outcomes data is available through the Career Hub’s First Destination Survey. Isenberg students consistently perform strongly in finance, accounting, consulting, and marketing recruiting, with the Boston and New York markets being primary landing spots.

• First Destination Survey — Class of 2025

  UMass Career Hub published Class of 2025 First Destination Survey data showing employment rates, top employers, industries, and geographic distribution. Access via the Career Hub homepage. Use to identify which employers actively hire from UMass and to calibrate salary expectations.

• Isenberg Career Success Outcomes

  Isenberg publishes career outcomes data separately from the university-wide survey. Covers Isenberg-specific placement rates, top employers, and salary ranges by major. Access via the Isenberg Office of Career Success page or contact Chase Career Center directly.