Career Services for Undergraduate Students

For every Fitchburg State University undergraduate, the Career Services & Advising Office is the central hub for mapping out your professional future. We provide holistic advising and resources that guide you from initial career curiosity to securing your first professional role.

Our team offers personalized, supportive guidance through individual meetings and focused workshops in key professional areas including:

  • Resume and cover letter writing
  • Interview preparation
  • Internship and job search strategies
  • How to network effectively
  • Career exploration and assessment

The center is your gateway to opportunity. Throughout the year, we actively connect you with the professional world through on-campus recruiting events, targeted career fairs, and panels featuring industry leaders. The Career Services and Advising Center doesn’t just prepare you for graduation—we prepare you to launch a successful career.

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Career Resources

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.