🎓 CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES! 🎓 

Drop-in hours are on hold for the summer.  Please schedule an appointment through your Handshake account or use the virtual career center resources on this site.

Welcome to the Heebner Career Development Center Parent & Family Resources page—a dedicated space designed to empower and assist parents, families, and other supporters of WPI students.

We strongly encourage students to engage with us early and consistently throughout their academic journey. Our experienced and dedicated team is here to empower and support them in making informed decisions about their professional paths.

This will help them become familiar with the wide range of services—including career advising, resume support, opportunities to connect with employers, and access to job and internship postings.

Stay informed via the virtual career center and Instagram. Encourage use of resources and
involvement in career activities to help your student st ay proactive and confident in their careerjourney.

Students can stop by Mon–Fri, 12–4 p.m. for quick advice on career-related topics includingresumes; cover letters; internship, co-op or job search; networking; and more.

FAQs

  • When should my student visit the HCDC? The earlier, the better! We offer services to students as early as their first year.
  • How does my student meet with a career advisor? Appointments are scheduled through your student’s Handshake account.
  • How does the HCDC support diverse student populations? The HCDC is committed to serving all students at WPI. We offer career related resources and events focused on topics including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, first-generation college students, ability, class, and other identity-based experiences.
  • What companies and employers recruit at WPI? Thousands of companies recruit WPI students through job postings, internships, “Talent Tabling” on campus, networking events, and career fairs. Check out the WPI First Destination Dashboard to view employers who have hired WPI students.
  • Can my student use the HCDC after they graduate from WPI?  Yes- The HCDC serves WPI alumni for life!

🐐For more general WPI information check out the Parents & Families page

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Contact & Location

Phone
508-831-5260
Email
Address

Unity Hall - 5th Floor
(27 Boynton Street, Worcester, MA)
100 Institute Road
Worcester, MA 01609-2280

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Heebner CDC Hours No Drop-in hours during the summer
Monday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm  
Tuesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm  
Wednesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm  
Thursday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm  
Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm  
Saturday Closed Closed
Sunday Closed Closed

Notes:

  • You may schedule an appointment through your Handshake account (virtual or in person)