We’re still here to help this summer. While we do not offer drop ins in the summer months, please make an appointment

The Heebner CDC empowers students to take ownership of your career path and chart a course that is aligned with your interests, skills and values.   Our office supports you by:

  • Expanding your knowledge of the broad range of career and employment possibilities.
  • Creating opportunities to connect with employers to learn about opportunities, the hiring process, and leverage your network.
  • Working in partnership with WPI International House to guide international students through the internship, co-op, and job search process.

Get started by exploring the resources on this site.

  • Search for jobs, internships, or co-ops in Handshake
  • Start the approval process for your co-op or internship using the ‘Experiences” tab in Handshake
  • View date, times, and employers attending upcoming WPI Career Fairs in Handshake
  • Attend drop-ins (M-F 12 pm – 4 pm at the HCDC) when classes are in session (no drop-ins in the summer) for quick questions or an initial resume review.
  • Attend a HCDC Workshop Wednesday, and much more!

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Contact & Location

Phone
508-831-5260
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 Drop-in hours (Academic Year Only)
Monday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Saturday Closed Closed
Sunday Closed Closed

Notes:

  • You may schedule an appointment through your Handshake account (virtual or in person)
  • During the Summer (day after D term ends - day before A term starts) there will be no drop-ins. Application material review will take place during appointments only