Understanding the World of Nonprofits

Interested in nonprofits but don’t know where to start?

Start by understanding that while the term nonprofits can be used in different contexts, there are many different kinds of nonprofit organizations. Nonprofits are mission-driven organizations dedicated to addressing a particular social …

By Sheryl Rosenberg
Sheryl Rosenberg Associate Director
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What is Healthcare Consulting?

This article was written and posted by Management Consulted (see link below). If you’ve been learning about consulting and have an interest in healthcare/life sciences, you might be wondering – “what is healthcare consulting?” The main difference between a healthcare consultant …

By Karen Dankers
Karen Dankers Associate Director, Director of Tufts Finance Initiative
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5 Tips for Consulting Networking Night

Our 12th annual Tufts Consulting Networking Night, our largest consulting event of the year is this week. Here are key details about the event and 5 tips to help you prepare and make the most of this event.
WHAT: Consulting …

By Karen Dankers
Karen Dankers Associate Director, Director of Tufts Finance Initiative
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Insider Tips: Applying to Federal Government Jobs or Internships

Are you interested in working for the federal government? Or perhaps you are exploring government vs private sector jobs. Federal agencies hire the best and brightest, and getting a federal job or internship can be competitive. Some agencies (ex: CIA) …

By Kelly Roberts
Kelly Roberts Assistant Director
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Consulting 101: Why Go Into Consulting?

Are you curious about consulting? There are many reasons to consider consulting as a career path: business training, an accelerated career path, professional growth, and a wide scope of projects, just to mention a few. In this video originally posted …

By Karen Dankers
Karen Dankers Associate Director, Director of Tufts Finance Initiative
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Stay On TRACC! Customize Your On TRACC Email

What is the On TRACC email?

The ‘TRACC’ in On TRACC stands for “Tufts Recent Activity in Career Communities.” On TRACC is a weekly email customized to your career interests. You’ll stay up to date with opportunities, events, …

By Susannah Krenn
Susannah Krenn Assistant Director, Communications & Marketing / Career Advisor
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Consulting Deadlines for 2025 Jobs/Internships

Are you interested in Consulting?  Some of the largest management consulting firms – including McKinsey and Bain – have upcoming deadlines for internships and full-time positions with 2025 start dates.  Yes, this is a full year in advance!  Rising juniors …

By Karen Dankers
Karen Dankers Associate Director, Director of Tufts Finance Initiative
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Case Interview: Complete Prep Guide

Welcome to our preparation tips for case interviews!  Whether you are just curious about case interviews or are planning to apply for consulting internships or full-time jobs, these tips and resources will help you feel more prepared and confident.

What …

By Karen Dankers
Karen Dankers Associate Director, Director of Tufts Finance Initiative
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Internship Spotlight: McKinsey & Company

Tufts senior David Tan shared the following information about his internship with McKinsey & Company…

What was your role as an intern?

My role at McKinsey was a Business Analyst Intern.

How did you find this internship?

I found the …

By Karen Dankers
Karen Dankers Associate Director, Director of Tufts Finance Initiative
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3 Questions with Lisa Zingman, A’12, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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. 

1. In just a few sentences, please …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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