Affinities / Identities

Contacting Faculty About Research Opportunities

Emailing a professor about a research opportunity can be intimidating, but a thoughtful, concise email can make a great first impression. Here are some tips to help you write a successful email.
Before You Write

Do Your Homework. Before you …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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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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Get Awarded for Your Career & Academic Interests!

Have you ever thought about entering an essay contest or an awards competition based on your career and academic interests?  These types of contests are often hosted by schools, universities, organizations, or publishers to encourage critical thinking, creativity, and …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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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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What is Economic Consulting?

Thank you to Management Consulted for this article. Economic consulting is a dynamic field that bridges the gap between data analysis and business decision-making. An economic consultant helps clients interpret complex data, model financial or market trends, and develop insights …

By Karen Dankers
Karen Dankers Associate Director, Director of Tufts Finance Initiative
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Tufts Career Center — Guide to Career & Life Design

What sparks your curiosity? Which kinds of activities make you feel energized and excited? How would you like to make …

Career Center Summer Internship Grant Program

Internships. An opportunity to gain exposure, explore and try ideas for your future, apply theory from the classroom out in …

30+ Diversity & Career Discovery Programs for Finance, Consulting, Tech and More

Career Fellow David Zhao ’21 shares his story of how career discovery programs can help you explore top companies in …

Where Do Tufts Students Intern?

It’s tempting to make assumptions about the type of internship, volunteering, or other work experience you’re supposed to pursue with …

Too Good to Be True? Be on the Lookout for Fraudulent Employers

It’s easy to say, “I would never be tricked by a scam employment offer!” But every year, students at universities …

Tufts Career Center Professional Development Fund for Undergraduate Students

The Career Center Professional Development Fund allows currently enrolled students to apply for funding to offset the costs associated with: