Hard Skills vs. Soft Skills: What Are They & How Can You Show Them Off in Your Job or Internship Search?

There’s no way around it. In your job or internship search, your skills matter. They tell potential employers not only what you can do, but how you can do it and even who you are. All your skills can generally …

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Tufts Financial Network: Student Spotlight

This Student Spotlight was published by the Tufts Financial Network (TFN)
Spotlight on … Julia Karcher, A23

Julia Karcher, A23, arrived at Tufts in the summer of 2019 seeking an American academic experience that built upon her years in secondary …

By Karen Dankers
Karen Dankers Associate Director, Director of Tufts Finance Initiative
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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 …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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#GetHiredOnHandshake: Events and More

Hi Jumbos, and Happy Halloween to those who celebrate!

The year is speeding by. If you’re starting to look for jobs or internships for this summer, one great way to learn about awesome companies you may be unfamiliar with is …

By Willa Mayo
Willa Mayo Recruiting Coordinator, Employer Relations
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#GetHiredOnHandshake: Networking with Peers and Alumni

Hi Jumbos!

We are in our second to last week of the #GetHiredOnHandshake campaign! Time sure does fly. Have you downloaded the Handshake App yet? Have you completed your profile? Have you told all your friends to do the same?

By Willa Mayo
Willa Mayo Recruiting Coordinator, Employer Relations
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#GetHiredOnHandshake: Connecting with Employers on Handshake

Good morning Jumbos!

If you attended our Career Fairs last month, you probably already know how beneficial direct contact with employers can be when looking for employment. In a sea of applicants, it can be hard to stand out, so …

By Willa Mayo
Willa Mayo Recruiting Coordinator, Employer Relations
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Tufts Financial Network: Alumni Profile

This Alumni Profile was published by the Tufts Financial Network (TFN).
A Conversation with Mo Assomull, A95

Interview News

Interviewed by Smrithi Eswar, A23

Since its founding, TFN has looked for opportunities to profile interesting and engaged alumni leaders working …

By Karen Dankers
Karen Dankers Associate Director, Director of Tufts Finance Initiative
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#GetHiredOnHandshake: Helping Handshake Help You

Hi Jumbos!

I hope you’re having a good morning and enjoying the fall season. If you’re new here, #GetHiredOnHandshake is our way of spreading the word about the Handshake platform and encouraging more students to fill out their profiles and …

By Willa Mayo
Willa Mayo Recruiting Coordinator, Employer Relations
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Graduate School Advice: Life Sciences Edition!

Do you have any of the following questions about pursuing graduate school?
As an undergraduate, which research roles will help me to explore my interests while making me a competitive candidate for graduate school?
Is it acceptable to take some …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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Top Tips to Prepare for a Virtual Career Fair

With the Tufts Spring Virtual Career Fair happening on Friday, September 30th from 1 pm – 4 pm (EST), we wanted to highlight some major perks about participating in a virtual fair. As a reminder, we have a student checklist …

By Sue Atkins
Sue Atkins Associate Director, Employer Relations
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