The goal of the Meiklejohn Fellows Program is to advance equal opportunity for post-graduate success by providing robust career resources and support to Amherst College students from families with low incomes, and to those who are the first in their families to attend college. This goal is achieved through a combination of dedicated advising, programming, peer-to-peer support, and summer internship funding. Beginning in their first year at the college, first generation and/or low-income (FLI) students are encouraged to both apply to and participate in the academic year-long cohort program. Once a student becomes a Meiklejohn Fellow, they retain this distinction during their entire time at Amherst.

How to Make the Most Out of Your Summer

Whether you have a job or internship off campus, a research experience at Amherst, or you’re planning to mostly relax and recharge at home here are a few ways to have a meaningful summer.

Reflect on your first year at …

By Justin Goot
Justin Goot Career Advisor
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Ways to Weave Your Identity into Your Internship Search

The passage explains how students can incorporate their personal background, interests, and experiences into the internship search process. It suggests using professional profiles, cover letters, and interviews to tell a compelling story about who you are and why you’re interested …

By The Loeb Center
The Loeb Center
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Common Myths First Years Should Ignore About Career Development

So you’ve scheduled an appointment to meet with an advisor at the Loeb Center…congratulations you’ve done the most important part! Now you may be wondering how best to prepare for this meeting. Here are some common myths that you should …

By Justin Goot
Justin Goot Career Advisor
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Resources

A reception for first generation and/or low-income students coordinated by QuestBridge, First Generation Association, and the Office of Campus Diversity …

This session welcomes families of first generation students to the Amherst community and to celebrate this momentous occasion. There will …

As part of Amherst College’s commitment to diversity, the Office of Admission hosts Access to Amherst (A2A) for one weekend …

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