E-News - October 13, 2009
 

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Career Events This Week

Download our printable Fall 2009 List of Events.  Event details are available on the Career Services Google Calendar.

 

  • Federal Job Search Workshop

Tuesday, Oct 13, 12-1pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745

For all undergraduate & graduate students interested in careers with the federal government.

 

Tuesday, Oct 13, 5:30-6:30pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745B

SEO offers paid mentored internships to outstanding students of color.

 

  • Tufts Entrepreneurship Conference

Wednesday, Oct 14, 3-7pm

Alumnae Lounge

Keynote speaker:  Brian Shin, Tufts Alumnus and Entrepreneur. The event will also feature an open 30-second elevator pitch competition with a cash prize.  Sponsored by YET.

 

  • Applying to Graduate School - Part II:  Writing a Statement of Purpose

Wednesday, Oct 14, 7-8:30pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745

Hear an insider's perspective on the application process - Milton Kornfeld, Ph.D, former graduate school dean with 30+ years experience in higher education.

 

  • For Your Parents - Life After Tufts: A Parent's Guide to Career Development
    Friday, October 16, 12:30-1:30pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745

 

Career Events Next Week

  • The Three Law School Admissions Deans

Tuesday, Oct 20, 1-2:30pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745

Join deans from the U. of Chicago, Michigan, and UPenn for a realistic look at how applications are reviewed. Debate the merits of actual law school applications.

 

  • Medical Day on the Hill

Tuesday, Oct 20, 6-8pm

Alumnae Lounge

Networking, panel discussions, and a keynote presentation about medical school and career paths in health professions.

 

  • Communications Internship Panel

Tuesday, Oct 20, 6:30-8pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745B

Eight undergraduates will discuss their internships in TV, film, radio, publishing, advertising, and other fields. An opportunity for one-on-one discussions will follow the panel.

 

  • Engineering Tips from Employers:  Networking 101

Thursday, Oct 22, 7-8pm

Anderson, Room 212

Learn networking tips from Joe Schipani with Aztec Technologies.

 

On-Campus Recruiting Deadlines

You may apply for the following positions with upcoming deadlines through Tufts Career Connect.  Many of these employers will hold first-round interviews on campus this fall.  More information on the Recruiting Program, including the full list of fall deadlines, is available here.  All online deadlines are at 11:59pm unless otherwise noted.

 

 

Employer & Graduate School Info Sessions

All Information Session details can be found on the Career Services Google Calendar.

 

  • Fletcher Admissions Event: Graduate School in International Relations Panel & Networking Night

Tuesday, Oct 13, 5:30-7:30pm

Cabot 702 & Cabot Hall of Flags

 

  • Wellington Management

Tuesday, Oct 13, 6-7pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745A

 

  • Environment America

Tuesday, Oct 13, 7:30-8:30pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745B

 

  • Peace Corps

Wednesday, Oct 14, 12-1pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745A

 

  • VistaPrint

Thursday, Oct 15, 6:30-7:30pm

Anderson, Room 212

 

  • Raytheon

Tuesday, Oct 20, 5:30-6:30pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745A

 

  • MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Wednesday, Oct 21, 6-7pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745A

 

  • World Energy Solutions

Thursday, Oct 22, 5:30-6:30pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745B

 

  • Carney, Sandoe & Associates

Thursday, Oct 22, 6-7pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745A

 

  • Green Corps

Thursday, Oct 22, 7:30-8:30pm

Dowling Hall, Room 745B

 

Off-Campus Events & Career Fairs

  • Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University Open House

Tuesday, Oct 13, 5:30-8pm

Hotel Marlowe, Alexis Gallery Room, 25 Edwin Land Blvd., Cambridge

Pre-registration required at www.nicholas.duke.edu/programs/professional/openhouse.html

 

  • Wellesley Financial Group Career Open House

Wednesday, Oct 14, 6-8pm

110 Cedar Street, Wellesley Hills, MA

 

  • Christie's Education

Thursday, Oct 15, 6-7:30pm

Christie's, 118 Newbury Street, Suite 3, Boston

Please RSVP to Hilary Smith.

 

 

Saturday, Oct 17, 12:30-4pm

Pegasystems Headquarters, Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA

 

Friday, Oct 23, 8:30am-3:30pm

Cambridge, MA

 

 

Individual Assistance

You can get your resume critiqued at Career Services any time!

 

  • Quick Question Appointments - A career counselor is available 11am-12pm and 2-4pm, most weekdays to answer your quick questions or review a cover letter or resume. These 20-minute appointments are made on the same day by calling 617-627-3299 after 9am.
  • Peer Advisor Appointments - To discuss starting a resume or cover letter or to review a first draft, you may schedule a half hour appointment with a trained Peer Advisor by calling 617-627-3299 after 9am.

 

New to Career Services? Drop-In or make an appointment with a Career Counselor.
 

  • Drop-Ins are held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 12-1pm in Dowling Library. Learn about our resources or ask a career counselor a question. No appointment needed.
  • Career Counseling Appointments may also be made in advance by calling 617-627-3299.

 

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