Welcome to the Explore Your Interests page! This space is designed for juniors and seniors seeking to fine-tune their future careers. Whether you’re in between different industries or still exploring your career options, our resources are designed to assist you in finding your way. 

Start by reading our featured articles that discuss relatable topics related to general career experience, no matter the industry. Or roam the page to discover resources that emphasize that career planning and job hunting are deeply personal processes and strategies to conquer the job and internship process.

We understand your path will reflect your unique interests, goals, and timelines. Recognizing the need for a tailored plan that matches your ambitions, skills, and desired industry is crucial in navigating the broad spectrum of opportunities and establishing your professional niche.

The Loeb Center offers engaging informational sessions with employers, access to knowledgeable advisors, and valuable resources to help you gradually narrow your career focus. If you would like to speak with a career advisor who specializes in juniors and seniors who are undecided about their careers, please schedule an appointment with Director of Inclusive Career Development Donnell Turner.

Events: Interning for Democracy, Princeton in Asia, Women in Int. Trade, Sis Place Paint-&-Sip

Anna Whitworth ’26, former U.S. Congressional Intern (Sen. Merkley’s Office)

Interning for Democracy Info. Session – Feat. Elizabeth Aniello ’29
Wed., Oct 14, 2026 · 6:30 PM–7:15 PM EDT

Join us for a virtual introduction to the 2027 Interning for Democracy …

By Micah Owino
Micah Owino Program Director, Careers in Social Impact
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Feel confident in your first salary negotiation by knowing when and how to proceed.

Don’t take that job!

… at least, not until you’ve scrutinized your pay rate and every detail of your offer.

Many students fall into the trap of accepting their first entry-level job offer without realizing what a bit of research can do to …

By Loeb Center
Loeb Center
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Consulting Recruiting: BRG & IGS on Campus This Week

A Big Week for Consulting Recruiting

We understand that students are beginning to receive interview invitations and recruiting updates this week. As the process picks up, please keep in mind that your classmates may be at different stages of recruiting. …

By Amari Brown
Amari Brown Program Director, Traub Careers in Business & Finance
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Find careers that align with your interests using the Job Market Trend tool. You can see current salary projections and identify desired skills you may need for your next job or internship.

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The Vault Guide to Behavioral Interviews contains essential tips for preparing for and acing behavioral interview questions. These questions (which …

The Vault Guide to Top Internships rates more than 150 internship programs. Based on a survey of more than 17,000 …

The Vault Guide to Landing Your Dream Internship and Turning It into a Full-Time Role will help you secure internships …

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Student Outcomes

Each year, the Loeb Center for Career Exploration and Planning at Amherst College conducts a first-destination survey with graduates asking about their first steps six months after graduation. The responses we collect help future students prepare for their career and post-graduation goals.

The following information represents outcomes data collected by the Loeb Center in accordance with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) standards.  Our knowledge rate was 91% for the class of 2025, 90% for the class of 2024, 85% for the class of 2023, 89% for the class of 2022, 90% for the class of 2021, 91% for the class of 2020, and 93% for the class of 2019. Knowledge rate includes data collected through surveys, employers, staff, fellow graduates, LinkedIn profiles, or other online sources.

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First Destination

Mammoths pursue an array of plans after graduation.  This graph depicts what recent graduates do within six months after degree completion.

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