Alumni Services for Life
- Handshake Career Hub: Schedule appointments, search opportunities, explore resources & more!
- Appointments: We offer in person and virtual appointments for alumni.
- Schedule an appointment through your Handshake account once you have filled out this form and restored access.
- Workshops: We offer workshops on a variety of career related topics. Check our website for specific dates and times.
- On Campus Events include annual fall and spring career fairs; employer tabling; and networking nights.
- Social Media: Stay connected with the HCDC and upcoming events by following us on Instagram and Join our Discord
- Networking: Connect with WPI alumni on the LinkedIn WPI alumni page here!
Recruiting WPI Talent
As an alum, you understand the real-world experiences, potential and drive of WPI students. We can help you recruit talent to help move your organization forward.
Post a job or internship, represent your company at a career fair, or host a Talent Table. There are many the recruitment options available and we can partner with you to find a strategy that works for you.
First-Destination Dashboard
WPI surveys each undergraduate and graduate class within the first six months of graduation to gain insight into what WPI students are doing. This might include working, continuing education, military service, or something else.
Upcoming Events:
Topic: Regaining Confidence After a Layoff: Your First Steps
Speaker: Paula Fitzpatrick – Director, Center for Well-being
Date: Friday February 27th 12-1pm
Description: Address the emotional impact of job loss, strategies for staying motivated, and how to create a structured plan for moving forward.
Key Takeaways: Coping strategies, mindset reset, building a daily routine.
Contact: cdc@wpi.edu
Topic: Job Search Strategies That Work in Today’s Market
Speaker: Amanda Laungani – Director, Heebner Career Development Center
Date: Wednesday March 25th 12pm-1pm
Description: Learn how to optimize your resume, LinkedIn profile, and networking approach to stand out in a competitive market.
Key Takeaways: Resume refresh tips, LinkedIn best practices, networking hacks.
Contact: cdc@wpi.edu
Topic: Leveraging WPI Alumni Network for Career Opportunities
Speaker: Stefano DeAngelis
Date: Wednesday April 29th 12pm-1pm
Location: https://wpi.zoom.us/j/95236166438
Register: https://wpi.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1911161
Description: Discover how to tap into WPI’s alumni network, mentorship programs, and career resources to accelerate your job search.
Key Takeaways: Alumni portal navigation, outreach templates, success stories.
Contact: cdc@wpi.edu
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Topic: Alumni Career Development Drop-ins
Host: WPI Heebner Career Development Center Staff
When: Fridays 12-1pm
Location: https://wpi.zoom.us/j/95853699991
Description: Virtually drop by to get quick questions answered about your job search
Contact: cdc@wpi.edu
