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Alumni

Welcome to our virtual community space, where alumni can connect back to campus and continue to grow professionally. Offering access to job opportunities, industry insights, and career development tools, this community is designed to support our amazing alumni. Stay informed, inspired, and connected as you advance your career.

As an early alumnus (up to 5 years) you have access to up to 3 one-on-one virtual or in person meetings with an Academic and Career Advisor for general career advising, resume/cover letter review, job search support, and interview prep. Just reach out to careercenter@fitchburgstate.edu or 978.665.3151 to get started.

Giving Back

Career Panel/Mock or Informational Interview

If you are interested in sharing your knowledge and expertise with current Fitchburg State students on a career panel or in mock or informational interviews, please let us know careercenter@fitchburgstate.edu.

Post a Job or Internship

Does your current employer offer internship and job opportunities? Consider connecting our current students to those opportunities by sharing them with us. To share an internship or job opportunities at your company please click on our career platform, Handshake or reach out to Susan Beddes at sbeddes@fitchburgstate.edu for more information.

Connect with our Alumni Association

Connect with your alma mater and fellow alumni. Find events, request your membership card, update your contact information, make a gift, or get involved. 

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Contact & Location

Phone
978-665-3151
Address

Hammond Hall 318
160 Pearl Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Office Hours Drop-In Hours
Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm  

Drop-in hours do not require an appointment and they are located in Hammond Hall - Third Floor - Room 318. They are offered during Fall (September-December) and Spring (January-May) semesters.