Loeb Center for Career Exploration and Planning

I am a physics major at Amherst College, currently a junior. This summer, I was really interested in doing particle physics research, especially within a large collaboration like European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN). But as an international student, most …

At Handshake, employees connect through identity-based Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that foster community and growth. Members of Wakanda—Handshake’s ERG for Black professionals—recently shared their journeys with the intern class, offering insights on breaking into tech, tackling imposter syndrome, and finding …

From searching through incognito mode to using a burner email, there are ways to take advantage of artificial intelligence while keeping personal information safe. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen stops by TODAY to break down what you need to now to protect …

By the end of my first year, I knew I wanted to pursue a career in tech as a software engineer. But the tech industry can be tough to break into early on because there are only a few internship …

The article emphasizes that evaluating a job offer goes beyond salary — it’s about aligning your career with your values and sense of purpose. It encourages students to identify their must-haves, nice-to-haves, and value-adds, recognizing that true worth includes ethical alignment, …

Effectively preparing for your first meeting at the Loeb Center can lead to a more productive, clear, and invigorating session. Here are some simple tips to help you get ready before your appointment:

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Marketing and Communications Intern for the Loeb Center, Marc Garraud ’27, chats with Alumni-in-Residence guest Arthur Ago ’90 to discuss what led him to become the Director of Strategic Litigation and Advocacy at the Southern Poverty Law Center, what success …

The article argues that colleges can advance equity by integrating transformative social and emotional learning (T-SEL) into experiential programs. It explains that T-SEL helps students—especially those from marginalized backgrounds—develop self-awareness, empathy, and collective action skills that connect education with social …

The article argues that the global employment landscape is rapidly transforming due to technological advancements (especially AI), demographic shifts (aging populations), and economic pressures, forecasting a net gain of millions of jobs by 2030. It identifies key high-growth sectors including …

If you told me five years ago that I’d be here—a pre-med student at Amherst College, an international transfer from Uganda and Botswana by way of community college—I would not have believed you for a second. I say this to …