Tufts Career Network for Alumni
The Tufts Career Network is a tool for students and alumni seeking
career related information, insight, and advice. Members of the Network –
alumni, parents, and friends – have agreed to share information about their
careers, educational backgrounds, organizations, and job search techniques.
Please read the
Guidelines and Policies and then login or register below.
Please note: No form of soliciting, however worthy the cause, is an
acceptable use of this database.
Networking Resources
Networking for Success!
Vault Online Library
- Find articles on Networking and Careers, access Vault through the Tufts
Career Network.
Samples
Networking Facts
- 75-80% of all job seekers find their positions through referrals.
- Networking can be used to gather information about graduate school.
- Networking contacts can include personal contacts, professional
contacts, and other people with whom you have some affiliation, such as
Tufts alumni.
- Prepare for your networking encounters - both planned and spontaneous -
to increase your chances of success.
- Be strategic. Be ready to respond to questions like "How are you?" or
"What have you been up to?" in 30 seconds.
- If someone asks you "Tell me a little about yourself," be prepared with
a 2-minute pitch summarizing your education, key strengths/accomplishments
(how they relate to an employer), and your career goals.
Networking for Introverts Program
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