Class of 2023 - Let us know about your post-graduate journey!

We’re here to help.

As a first-generation college student, navigating higher education and your future career path can be challenging without a support system. The Career Center supports students and alumni in all aspects of their career development, from the early stages of career exploration through career management. We work with you in individualized sessions to address your unique needs and interests.  Advisors discuss a range of topics including:

Open year-round, appointments can be scheduled by calling our office at 413-572-5206. We would love to connect you with meaningful opportunities and industry contacts to support your career growth and skills. 

 

The Truth about Career Change

Let’s be honest: Career change is hard.

While you may desperately want to become a web developer, data scientist, or digital marketer, the recruiters for those roles want you to stay put.

Why?

Because sad to say, your attempt to …

By Giselle Frechette
Giselle Frechette Associate Director
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Introducing the Labor Market Insights Module

Westfield State University’s Career Center team has an exciting announcement to share about our newest resource for students: the introduction of our Labor Market Insights module! At the Career Center, we understand how critical data is to help you choose …

By Junior Delgado
Junior Delgado Director
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Employers with Dedicated Early Career Programs for Young Talent

A list of 1,000+ organizations to consider if you’re looking for early career programs, internships, analyst programs, rotational programs, or leadership development programs. Use the filters or search bar to narrow your search. Then, click on any organizations that seem …

By Giselle Frechette
Giselle Frechette Associate Director
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Find Mentors

If you’re looking for advice or networking – ADPList lets you freely schedule a 1:1 mentorship session in fun new ways and work with them directly.
Learn and grow with help from world-class mentors for free
Book and meet over 18,366+ mentors …

By Giselle Frechette
Giselle Frechette Associate Director
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Make Your Resume Pop

By Giselle Frechette
Giselle Frechette Associate Director
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Featured Resources

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Contact & Location

Phone
413-572-5206
Address

Westfield State University
Parenzo Hall, 130
577 Western Avenue
Westfield, MA 01086

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Hours of Operation Summer Hours
Monday 8:30 am- 5:00 pm 8:00 am- 4:00 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am- 5:00 pm 8:00 am- 4:00 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am- 5:00 pm 8:00 am- 4:00 pm
Thursday 8:30 am- 5:00 pm 8:00 am- 4:00 pm
Friday 8:30 am- 5:00 pm 8:00 am- 4:00 pm