Career Support for UMass Amherst Alumni

Supporting UMass Amherst Alumni with Career Transitions

Are you a UMass Amherst alum seeking a new job or a more fulfilling career?

Through courses and 1:1 coaching, I support you to increase your clarity and take intentional action, whether you know what you want to do or you’re just starting to figure it out.

Whether you’re seeking to launch your career, start a business, change industries, or position yourself for advancement within your current organization, working with a career coach can help you build momentum so you can lead a career you feel good about.

It’s an honor to support fellow UMass Amherst alumni as they navigate career transitions. Interested in exploring what it could look like?

Learn about career services.

Preferred Rates

UMass alumni receive a 10% discount on our courses:

Clarify My Direction

My Best Fit

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PARTICIPATE IN OUR CAREER MASTERCLASS

Participate in our interactive Career Development Masterclass. Learn the essential elements of creating a rewarding career.

Get ready to shift your perspective and come away feeling connected and inspired.

How Do I Get Started?

Choose the option that feels best for you.

BOOK A FREE CALL

A complimentary 1:1 call with Erica is available to UMass Amherst alumni.

With Erica’s support, you’ll clarify your situation and determine the next steps.

Explore options for working together to advance your professional goals.

UMass Amherst Career Support Testimonials

  • Change My Mindset

    “The workshops have helped me change my mindset about finding and creating opportunities after grad school. Now I have a completely different strategy to find the right job that doesn’t compromise my values.” - Ace, Masters in Sustainability Science (MS3) Student

  • Our Students Rave

    “Our students rave about the coaching Erica has offered them and we are so lucky to work with her.” - Dr. Britt Crow Miller, MS3 Graduate Program Director

  • I Feel Empowered

    “Erica has completely changed my mindset when it comes to careers! I feel empowered and am excited to dive deep into the world of environmental careers!” - AP, MS3 Student

  • Much Less Stressed

    "I feel so much less stressed. I now have excellent strategies and tools to be able to make a change and do something with meaning and purpose that brings me joy. I am forever grateful!" - Jill S., Mid-Career Client

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UMass Amherst Highlights

As an undergraduate student at UMass, I took full advantage of the opportunities that were available to me. A few of the highlights of my time as an undergrad at UMass:

  • Playing an active role with student organizations like The Daily Collegian, WMUA, and the Student Alumni Association, to name a few

  • Building my leadership skills through service with Psi Chi (Psychology Honors Society), Student Government Association, and the University Democrats

  • Participating in a summer internship in Washington, D.C. through The Washington Center for Internships & Academic Seminars

  • Working as a Peer Educator for the Campus Recycling Program

  • Going to football games (and maybe being more excited about the Marching Band than the football!)

  • Cramming for Art History exams with Ewan

  • Getting graduation credits to improve my tennis game

  • Making friends at The Hillel House

  • Taking advantage of resources at the Student Union, like The Crafts Center

  • Studying abroad in Siena, Italy

  • Having wonderful mentors and advisors, like my Senior Honors Thesis Advisor, social psychologist Professor Linda Isbell PhD

  • Taking courses within the Five College Consortium

  • Enjoying Amherst and Northampton

  • And much more!

The Power of the UMass Amherst Alumni Network

As a steering committee member of the Boston Area Alumni Committee, I collaborated with fellow alums to organize social and networking events. I had the pleasure of building relationships and connecting with mentors.

I’m proud to have coached and mentored many UMass alumni from various disciplines and industries. I have served as a workshop facilitator for the Annual Career Retreat hosted by the Masters in Sustainability Science Program (MS3) and the College of Natural Sciences (CNS).

Explore What's Possible

Social Impact Career Coach Erica Mattison smiling, wearing green jacket

Boston Executive Coach: Supporting Purpose-Driven Careers

As a Boston-based executive coach and career strategist, I combine deep experience in social impact work with expertise in professional development. My background spans sustainability, public service, and higher education, including roles as an environmental protection lobbyist and director of strategic communications. This real-world experience and degrees in psychology, public administration, and law shape my unique approach to supporting career transitions and organizational growth.

Since 2022, I've focused exclusively on executive coaching and career development, serving clients throughout Greater Boston and North America. I help professionals navigate meaningful career changes and support organizations in developing stronger teams through one-on-one coaching, workshops, and interactive group experiences.

Whether you're a mid-career professional seeking purposeful change or an organization looking to strengthen your team's impact, I can help you grow professionally with structure and adaptability.

Need Support to Lead with Impact?

We’re here to help you increase your clarity and advance your mission.