At Merrimack College, our O’Brien Center for Career Development is more than just a typical campus career center. Guided by our Augustinian Catholic mission, we are committed to preparing you for success from the moment you arrive. We offer everything from resume workshops and career fairs to personalized career exploration plans using cutting-edge technology. With a focus on skill-building and connections to real-world opportunities, our team fosters employer relationships to ensure you’re ready to enter the workforce. With 96% of our 2023 graduates employed or pursuing further education, we’re proud to launch students into careers that ignite their passions.

Career Exploration

Career exploration starts the second a student starts at Merrimack. With career development embedded into coursework, students are given the knowledge and tools to explore their passions early on. This list of career milestones can help you understand a student’s career development trajectory while at Merrimack. 

Education & Preparation

Our staff of career advisors and career development professionals are equipped with the knowledge and resources to support students. From free access to LinkedIn Learning to in-person and virtual mock interviews, students have everything they need to grow their careers.

In addition to online resources available 24/7, the O’Brien Center hosts workshops, resume reviews and panel events to give students access to employers before entering the workforce.

Empowerment to Connect

Once students are prepared with a resume, elevator pitch and career industry knowledge, they’re ready to connect with employers at career fairs, site visits, networking opportunities and other signature events. The connections made at these events often lead to internships and full-time job offers. For guaranteed internships and personalized career guidance within a cohort, consider applying to the Warriors at Work program.

 

HIGHLIGHTED STATISTICS

 

97%

Career Outcomes Rate for 2021 graduates after 9 months

87%

Participation Rate in at least one internship or co-op

Top 4%

10-Year Earnings Rate. Ranked 193 out of 4,500 schools