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In the Nichols College Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC), our mission is to encourage students to pursue their professional aspirations by providing them with guidance, career development resources, and a variety of opportunities. We create an environment of self-discovery and skill-building throughout individualized career advising, engaging programs, and strategic partnerships with employers. We are committed to supporting each of our students and alumni throughout each phase of their career journey.

Services include: career coaching, internship and career-planning, application material reviews, graduate school advising, mock interviews, on-campus interview rooms, our Bison Boutique where you can rent business profession attire for free, and more.

Click HERE to schedule an appointment with one of our career coaches!

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Latest News

Business by the Numbers Recap

Last month, the Career and Professional Development Center held their annual Business by The Numbers fair on in Daniels Auditorium. One can confidently say this event was a tremendous success, drawing a fantastic turnout.

There was a total of 24 …

By Adriana Romano
Adriana Romano
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Post-Graduation Transition

You’ve all been through several “first day of school” but what about your first day at a new a full-time job? For many people, this can be a nerve-racking transition because they don’t really know what to expect or how …

By Mandy Laporte
Mandy Laporte Career Specialist, Employer Relations and Coaching
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Fall 2024: From Senior in College to Freshman in Life

On Tuesday, September 24, the CPDC hosted its annual event From Senior in College to Freshman in Life. At this event students heard from a panel of alumni who shared their unique perspectives on how to make a successful transition …

By Mandy Laporte
Mandy Laporte Career Specialist, Employer Relations and Coaching
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Graduate School Prep Panel

On Wednesday, September 18th, the CPDC hosted a Graduate School Prep Panel. This was a great opportunity for students to hear about the process of finding a grad school, applying, paying for it, and how to be successful.

Our panelist …

By Mandy Laporte
Mandy Laporte Career Specialist, Employer Relations and Coaching
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Intern Spotlight: Keeley Cerbo

This summer, Keeley is working as an Employer Branding Intern at MAPFRE Insurance.

Her duties are focused on Marketing and the MAPFRE LinkedIn account. She has been able to add her own perspective. Keeley also helps out at various events, …

By Lisa Provost
Lisa Provost Career Development Coordinator
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Intern Spotlight: Sarah Costich

Sarah is a Senior Criminal Psychology Major with a certificate in Terrorism Studies.

This summer, she is an Apprentice at LUK Inc., a not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to improving the lives of youth and their families.

She has had …

By Lisa Provost
Lisa Provost Career Development Coordinator
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Contact & Location

Phone
508-213-2489
Address

Fels Student Center, Suite 201
121 Center Road
PO Box 5000
Dudley, MA 01571

CPDC Service Hours

Day of the week
Office Hours Drop-In Hours (no appointment needed)
Monday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Tuesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm