Career Development
At the Career Development Center (CDC) you will find connections, resources and expert advice to optimize your search and yield results. From choosing a major and exploring career options to resume writing and interview preparation, the CDC is your “go to” collaborator and coach for career success. To start, you can:
- Check out Handshake to apply for internships, co-ops, and full-time jobs with employers seeking WPI talent
- Discover opportunities to meet and network with employers – each year over 400 companies recruit on campus
- Learn about Pre-Health, Pre-Law, and Teacher Prep
- Schedule an appointment with a CDC staff member
- Report your post-graduation plans
- Report your internship, co-op, REU, or summer research using the Experiences tab in Handshake
- View upcoming WPI Career Fairs by using the Fairs tab in Handshake
First-Destination Success
93% of graduates (bachelor’s, master’s and PhD) from WPI’s class of 2020 were successful in securing employment, admission to graduate or professional school, military service or volunteer work (Peace Corps, City Year, etc.) six months after graduation – a remarkable success rate based on data from almost 83% of the class.