The Heights

Study Concludes BC’s Annual Economic Impact on Mass. is $3.3 Billion

Lydia Boer • January 27, 2022

A Boston College–funded study by independent research firm Econsult Solutions concluded that the University’s annual economic impact on the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $3.3 billion, according to a University release.

Jobs Fair Should Feature More Opportunities for Variety of Majors

The Heights Editorial Board • September 17, 2019

On Tuesday, more than 2,000 students and 150 companies attended the 2019 Boston College Fall Career and Internship Fair. The fair was advertised as a networking event for all students and alumni from all...

Chill Out and Be a Kid

Robert Walmsley • September 16, 2018

"No, I didn’t land a big internship with a Big Three or Big Four, nor am I Tom Hanks from Big."

Career Center Offers Students Perspective on Professional Development Through Winter Break Programs

Mahima Menghani • January 21, 2018

“Our goal at the Career Center is to help you live a meaningful professional life,” said Joseph DuPont.

Finding Balance in the Future

Rachel Loos • August 30, 2017

"When you stop stressing and just relax, things can sort of fall into place."

A Light On for Character: Maintaining Boston’s Identity

Juan Olavarria • February 4, 2016

I had heard and experienced the often strange and terrifying force of sudden change, but this instance in particular struck me as both odd and weirdly uplifting.

At The Career Center, A New Two-Day Conference To Explore Potential Jobs

Eileen Corkery • November 9, 2015

Sophomores in the program will spend two days at the end of winter break identifying skills for job opportunities.

You Are Not Qualified For This Job

Delphina Gerber-Williams • November 17, 2014

Within this column, I document the trials and travails of a poor CSOM major, when all the A&S kids are getting jobs.

Teach For America Sets Long-Term Goals

Kendra Kumor • October 5, 2014

Despite criticism, Teach For America remains popular option for BC grads.

BC Career Fair Brings Employers And Insight To Prospective Job Applicants

Jennifer Suh • September 21, 2014

Boston College students sought insight on job and internship opportunities from employers Thursday at the annual Career Fair in Conte Forum.

Why Do Investment Banking?

John Morrison • March 16, 2014

Many students jump right into finance jobs, such as those with investment banks, without stopping to consider the social use of their jobs and their own personal satisfaction. Before juniors and seniors commit to 80-plus hour work weeks, they should step back and ask a few questions of themselves.

Getting The Job Done

Samantha Costanzo • January 27, 2014

Many students might find it hard to balance their academic and social lives, but hundreds of others add one more element to the mix: an on-campus job.