Malakia Silcott

Associate Director

I focus on early career engagement programs, individual career advising, and teach a course on Personal Career Development. My background has included working with traditional and non-traditional aged students at commuter and residential colleges throughout Massachusetts, including Bunker Hill Community College, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Northeastern, and Brandeis University. I am the child of immigrants from Montserrat, West Indies, and I have a particular interest in studying the college adjustment, academic retention, and career development strategies of first generation college students, women in underrepresented careers, and international students.

I hold a Masters of Science degree in College Student Development and Counseling from Northeastern University, and prior to my graduate study I earned a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology and Bachelors of Arts in African American Studies from Oberlin College. In my spare time I enjoy tennis, reading articles on personal finance, and attending dance and music performances.

Most interesting/unusual job: I worked at a card store reading cards out loud to the blind.

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Strategies for post-graduation success for diverse students

Navigating life post-graduation can be filled with ups and downs. For first-generation students, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ job seekers, it’s important to know what resources are available to help you succeed as you go through adulthood. The following five strategies can …

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Advice When Internships/Job Applications Ask for a Writing Sample

What is a writing sample?

A writing sample is an example of how well you summarize complex ideas, research papers, editorials, critiques (be sure to omit names), articles, journals, etc.  Make sure that what you send in with your internship …

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The Benefits of Being Bilingual

Bilingualism, or the ability to speak two or more languages fluently, can be a huge asset for job seekers. As a 2017 report by New American Economy discovered, the need for bilingual workers in the United States more than doubled …

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Video playlists to Learn about Sustainability

Can we find sustainable solutions for energy, water, food, stuff?
Learning about trends in sustainability efforts can make you a stronger candidate when it comes to internships and careers.
In these TED talks about Sustainability, scientists and inventors offer visionary solutions …

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Meet Malakia Silcott, Career Advisor for Healthcare, Life Sciences & the Environment

Hi everyone! I’m pleased to be your advisor for this community. Feel free to browse the resources on this page and make an appointment with me to discuss your career journey thus far.

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Resource Spotlight: American Association of University Women

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is a non-profit organization that works to advance gender equity in a variety of areas.  AAUW’s story begins in 1881, when a small group of female college graduates banded together to open the …

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Career Exploration Resources for Pre-Veterinary Students

INFO on PURSUING VETERINARY CAREERS

Career Options for Early Career Veterinarians https://myvetlife.avma.org/rising-professional/your-career/explore-prepare-career-options-for-early-career-veterinarians

Animal Science Pathways https://www.agcareers.com/career-profiles/animal-science-pathway.cfm : Learn more about careers in animal science, including education requirements, job responsibilities, and more

Recorded talks by Tufts faculty at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine. https://vet.tufts.edu/research/vet-talks/  In September 2021, …

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3 Questions with Benjamin Filippo, A’10, Food Systems, ESG, and Supply-Chain Business Consultant at Bare Root Consulting

Welcome to “3 Questions with …”, a recurring feature on the Career Center blog. We’re asking alumni of all graduation years and career interests to share a bit of their experiences and advice. 

Benjamin Filippo, ’21, Food Systems, ESG, and …

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Career Trends for Jumbos: Sustainability Professionals

One career path that certainly overlaps with many industries and remains a popular career option for many Tufts graduates involves variety of jobs held by sustainability professionals who strive to make an impact on the operational practices of an organization, …

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3 Questions with Uyen Chu, A’22, Research Analyst at Ipsos North America

Welcome to “3 Questions with …”, a recurring feature on the Career Center blog. We’re asking alumni of all graduation years and career interests to share a bit of their experiences and advice. 

Uyen Chu, ’22, Research Analyst at Ipsos …

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