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Career Services

Looking for a new job?  Career Services posts information about jobs, internships and other opportunities on our site.

 

If you feel you need further assistance – please contact us in career services.

When you graduate from Bay State College you’ll be well on your way to reaching your full career potential.  To ensure your success our Career Services team is dedicated to providing you with comprehensive career counseling services throughout your time at Bay State College.

 

Interested in scheduling an appointment? 

Contact: Tom Corrigan, Director of Career Services, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it  or (617) 217-9205

 

Office of Career Services, 35 Commonwealth Avenue, 3rd Floor                                            
We’re open Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 5:00 PM (or by appointment). 

 

We specifically provide support in the following areas:

  • Individual career development & counseling
  • Résumé and cover letter review
  • Self-assessment skills
  • Group workshops
  • Career panels/guest speakers
  • Job placement assistance

  

Career Statistics
More than 90% of Bay State College graduates seeking employment are successful in finding a job within six months of graduation.  We work closely with graduates to ensure they’re supported in their search for employment upon leaving Bay State College.  It doesn’t matter how long ago you graduated.  We offer lifetime career support and guidance services.
 
Internships
Career Services strongly encourages students to take advantage of internship opportunities.  Internships provide students with an excellent opportunity to learn new skills, gain valuable experience in their field and make contacts in their given industry.  Many of our graduates each semester report being hired directly by their internship employers.  Visit the Career Services office for an internship/employer listing specific to your major at Bay State College.  

 

Top Employers
Bay State College maintains relationships with a number of local and national employers.  As a result of these strong relationships, many of our graduates find themselves working in exciting new fields.  Some of the employers where Bay State College graduates are employed include: Ann Taylor, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, State Street Bank, Bright Horizons, Karmaloop and Community Resources for Justice.

 

Major

Employers 

Business Administration
& Management

State Street Bank, Ernst & Young, The Hartford, VA Healthcare System, GreenWood International

Early Childhood Education

Bright Horizons, Ellis Memorial, Our Place, Salvation Army, Government Center Child Care Corp, Transportation Children’s Center

Entertainment Management

Warped Tour, The Comedy Connection, Mohegan Sun, Models Inc., Karmic Music, South Shore Music Circus

Fashion Design

Talbots, Melissa M Studios, Bennett and Company

Fashion Merchandising

Saks Fifth Avenue, Brooks Brothers, Bloomingdale’s, Joe’s Jeans, MOD Boston, Redcats USA

Criminal Justice

Roxbury District Court, The Office of the Attorney General, Community Resources for Justice, Allied Barton Security, Securitas Security Services

Travel & Hospitality
Management

Starwood Hotels, Walt Disney World, Trinity Travel, The Vacation Outlet, Westin Copley Place

Physical Therapist Assistant

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates, People First Rehabilitation, South Shore Hospital,  Access Physical Therapy Winchester Hospital

Medical Assisting

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, New England Baptist Hospital, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, New England Medical Center

 

Transferring to a Four-Year College or University
A good number of students who graduate from Bay State choose to continue their studies at a four-year college. In fact, nearly 30-40% transfer their credits to schools like Suffolk University, Emerson College, Fashion Institute of Technology and Northeastern University.

 

Alumni

We’re very interested in staying in touch with the many Bay State College alumni and are constantly updating the names, current addresses, and career information.  If you would you like to be reconnected to Bay State please take a minute to update Career Services with your current contact information. 

 

Get Involved
There are many ways to get involved and give back to Bay State College.  Share your experience and expertise with a current student.  Become an alumni mentor.  Volunteer to be a guest speaker in a class.  Get involved with the Alumni Association.  Contact Career Services to find out when the next Alumni Event will happen. See how you might be able to get involved and give back.

 

Student Employment & Career Resources
Most graduates that enjoy successful careers after completing their degree with Bay State College have been involved with internships or career related activities as a student.  We encourage our students to come in and get involved with career services early on in their academic career. 

 

Visit our office to find out how you can get started on your own path to success. 

 

The Career Services office is located on the 3rd floor of 35 Commonwealth Avenue. 

 

General Career Resources
On these general career web sites, you will find: job listings, newsletters, listservs, job agents, articles, resume and cover letter help, and general career advice:

 

boston.craigslist.orgbostonworks.com
careerbuilder.com collegehelpers.com
hotjobs.commonster.com
quintcareers.comrileyguide.com
snagajob.comwetfeet.com

 

Government Jobs
Bay State College is a partner with the federal government's campaign, "A Call to Serve." This program is a national initiative designed to educate a new generation about the importance of a strong civil service  The program helps re-establish links between federal agencies and campuses, and provide students with information about the opportunities that federal jobs provide.

 

calltoserve.org americorps.org
cityyear.orgusajobs.opm.gov

 

Internships

 

collegegrad.comcooljobs.com
internjobs.cominternshipprograms.com

 

Temporary Placement Agencies

 

ajilon.comhollisterinc.com
officeteam.comstaffingnow.com
venturipartners.comadeccona.com

 

Salary and Negotiation
The following web sites offer salary ranges and averages for nearly every career field. If you are considering relocating for your career you can compare average salaries by state.

 

salaryexpert.comsalary.com

 

Career Exploration
Use these web sites to explore careers. Read about job requirements, necessary experience, and daily responsibilities. Find links to professional organizations associated with specific career fields.

 

bls.gov/ocomasscis.com/intocareers.org
rileyguide.com 

 

Career Quizzes
Using these career quizzes, you may get a better idea of the type of person you are, what some of your interests are, and what careers may fit your values, skills, and interests. These quizzes are NOT meant to decide a career for you. Their purpose is to help you consider your options.

 

careerplanner.com  careerkey.org
myfuture.comquintcareers.com