Welcome to the Arts, Communications, and Media Community!

This community is geared towards anyone interested in working in arts (art and design, theater, music, dance) communications (advertising, PR, marketing, journalism, publishing), entertainment (film, TV, the music business, tours/events), and arts administration (arts management, museum studies, arts education). You don’t have to be an actor, an artist, a filmmaker or a writer to engage. Are you a tech whiz and also creative? Are you good with numbers and passionate about dance? Are you an avid environmental activist who loves show tunes? There are so many interesting roles in these sectors, whatever your major and whether you are generating creativity or being a major support behind the scenes. All are welcome!

Employers with Dedicated Early Career Programs for Freshmen and Sophomores

Finding the right early career program is a great way to gain hands-on experience, build networks, and bridge the gap between academic knowledge and the working world. Participating in internships, fellowships, or rotational programs can help build critical skills, form …

By Sue Atkins
Sue Atkins Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Where Do Tufts Students Intern? The English Major Edition

It’s tempting to make assumptions about the type of internship, volunteering, or other work experience you’re supposed to pursue with a particular major. For instance, those who major in English always work in publishing, right?

The truth? An English major— …

By Susannah Krenn
Susannah Krenn Assistant Director, Communications & Marketing / Career Advisor
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Tufts Career Center — Career, Networking & Professional Development Opportunities: November 2nd-13th

Looking for internships, jobs, or ways to grow your professional network? Explore upcoming opportunities with the Tufts Career Center! Register here for events on Handshake!

We would like to introduce our Handshake collections, curated lists of employers and opportunities. Check …

By Sean Gorman
Sean Gorman Recruiting Coordinator
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3 Questions with Jen Munch (BFA ’05), Art Conservator

In just a few sentences, please tell us about your current job.

I take care of paintings, which includes closely examining them and documenting their condition, cleaning them and repairing damages, and advising others how to best care for them. …

By Katie Sullivan
Katie Sullivan Assistant Director
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Internship Spotlight: SmartyPants Productions

Current student, Alice Estrada shared the following about being a Summer Intern at SmartyPants …

What did you do as an intern at this organization?
This summer, I worked as a research intern at Smartypants, supporting a variety of projects. Most …

By Katie Sullivan
Katie Sullivan Assistant Director
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Find Summer Housing

Do you need to find housing for your summer internship? The following is a sample of summer housing resources for cities across the U.S. Be sure to thoroughly review all benefits, requirements, fees, and contracts before committing to a program.

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By Susannah Krenn
Susannah Krenn Assistant Director, Communications & Marketing / Career Advisor
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Working at Museums

Museums are educational organizations that collect, preserve, and present important artifacts and works of art for the public to view and study. In the US, most museums and cultural institutions are non-profits. Museums are organized by their collections (art, history, …

By Sheryl Livsey
Sheryl Livsey Associate Director
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Featured Resources

Have you explored our subscription to the Vault? Vault is a one-stop resource for career research, planning, and preparation. It’s …

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

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

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

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

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What is Handshake?

Handshake is Tufts University’s primary …