Do I Need To Write a Cover Letter – Engineering and Tech Addition

One of the questions we are asked most in appointments is “Do I Need to Write a Cover Letter?”  Our answer is, as with most things, “it depends”.  You only must write a cover letter when the job application requires …

By Robin Kahan
Robin Kahan Associate Director, Engineering Career Services
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Focus on … Medical Writing

Medical Writing: What is It? According to the American Association of Medical Writing (AAMC) …

Medical writing involves the development and production of print or digital documents that deal specifically with medicine or health care. The profession of medical writing …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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Focus on … Food Science & Technology

Food Science & Technology: What is It?

Food science draws from many disciplines, including biology, chemical engineering, and biochemistry to better understand food processes and improve food products for the public. Food scientists are often considered experts on the best …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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Opportunities in Human Rights

Internships: Internships are a great way to gain hands-on experience and build a professional network. Here are some internship opportunities in international development and human rights:

Post Graduate Fellowships: Fellowships offer a unique opportunity to develop professional skills through personalized …

By Sheryl Rosenberg
Sheryl Rosenberg Associate Director
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Alternative Careers in the Life Sciences : Pursuing Your Passions Outside the Lab

Let’s face it, obtaining a four year degree in the life sciences is a major accomplishment.  However, what happens if you want to pivot from pursuing a future career in the lab ?

Here are just a few industries in which …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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We Need Environmental Science Grads, But What Do You Need? 13 Career Options We Think You’ll Love

You might be the kid who loved being outdoors, exploring the nearby woods and collecting bugs in a jar or taking samples from the local pond to look at under your most prized possession: a microscope (you know, the one …

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How to Follow Up After a Networking Event

“How To Follow Up After a Networking Event” was originally published on the Morgan Stanley website.

Networking events are a great way to meet industry players and suss out career opportunities, but following up is crucial. These tips will let …

By Karen Dankers
Karen Dankers Associate Director, Director of Tufts Finance Initiative
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Focus on … Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR)

HEOR is a career area for Tufts graduates to consider who are interested in the intersection of science, economics, public health, and policy.   If you have completed classes in majors such as Biopsychology, Biology, Community Health, Economics, or Psychology, careers in …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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Welcome Back to Tufts from the StAAR Center & Tufts Career Center

The StAAR Center and the Tufts Career Center have been busy this summer planning ways for increased collaboration in support of students with disabilities.  Here is what we have planned for Fall 2025:

Stay up to date with information on …

By Sue Atkins
Sue Atkins Associate Director, Employer Relations
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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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