Loeb Center for Career Exploration and Planning

We hope you enjoyed  the truly exquisite fall colors that unfolded all around us this fall. Whether this is your first time seeing the maples, oaks, beeches, and birches in this ecstatic display of color or you’ve been in the …

In the highly competitive global job market, mastering language and communication skills is crucial for international students aspiring to succeed professionally in the United States. At Amherst College, we recognize that effective communication is a cornerstone of career success. This …

The article provides a step-by-step guide for professionals seeking to transition into a social impact career, emphasizing self-awareness, goal setting, and design thinking. It outlines a 10-step process to help individuals align their strengths and purpose with meaningful work, from …

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As you embark on your junior year of college, it’s time to focus strategically on your future. This checklist guides you through essential activities designed to enhance your skills, expand your network, and prepare you for post-graduate success. Whether …

The article explores the future job market, emphasizing the rise of new roles driven by technological advancements such as AI, renewable energy, and automation. It highlights the importance of adapting to these changes by acquiring technical and cognitive skills to …

This article provides guidance for recent college graduates on how to successfully negotiate a starting salary for an entry-level job. It emphasizes the importance of researching salary ranges, understanding company circumstances, and considering additional benefits beyond salary.

This article identifies social impact job trends for 2024 include a stronger focus on ESG (environmental, social, and governance) concerns, health equity, flexible work design, and digital innovation. These shifts offer social impact professionals opportunities to shape sustainability strategies, address …

Let’s discuss the elephant in the room: Amherst students are STRESSED. Classes are debilitating, extracurriculars eat up any potential nap or recovery time, and don’t get me started about the constant overwhelming pressure to be “making the most of your …

This article explains the financial sector, which includes industries like banks, investment companies, insurance firms, and real estate. It highlights how the sector supports economic stability by providing loans, mortgages, and insurance, thriving in low-interest-rate environments.