Welcome to the Education, Nonprofit & Social Impact Community!

This community is a great starting place for those who value purpose-driven work. Career paths dedicated to public good cut across industries, and are all connected through the common goal of addressing society’s big challenges. This could be through teaching, nonprofit administration, social work, activism, and a variety of other ways. 

Jumbos are dedicated to being change-makers who share a commitment to helping others. Those who follow this community are often involved in matters such as education reform, racial justice, human rights, sustainability and climate change, mental health, and food security. This work can occur in the classroom, through direct service organizations, community organizing, public service, fundraising, policy research and development, and even in corporate settings through roles in social responsibility. No matter the setting, this community presents opportunities to connect over social change and mission-driven work on individual, community, and global scales.

Social Impact Career Guides

Our friends at Second Day have put together the following career guides from across the Social Impact sector, so you can learn more about the industries, entry level jobs, and how to break in. What is included? Youth Services, Volunteer Management, US Legislature, State Government, Social Impact Finance, Social Impact Design, Social Enterprises, Public Health, Political Campaign, Philanthropy, Policy + Research, Operations and Admin, Local Government, International Development, Impact Investing + ESG, Human Resources, Housing, Direct Service, Development + Fundraising, Corporate Social Responsibility, Community Organizing, Communications, Nonprofit Careers, Government, Social Impact Consulting, Corporate Impact Careers

Exploring Careers in Social Impact: A Guide for Computer Science Majors

This guide is for anyone looking to use their skills in technology, data science, or systems engineering for social good. This resource will guide you in your search for opportunities to use your talents in ways that directly benefit communities and address pressing global challenges.

Explore City Year Opportunities – Upcoming Deadline: Feb. 7th

 

Learn More at the upcoming event:  Discover Your Place With City Year, is Wednesday, January 29th at 6:00 pm EST via Zoom. Students can RSVP for the event here.  

City Year is an education-focused nonprofit that empowers young people to …

By Sue Atkins
Sue Atkins Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Register to Attend the Career Fair for Individuals with Disabilities

The Work Without Limits Career Fair​​​​​​ for Individuals with Disabilities connects job seekers with disabilities to disability-inclusive employers.

Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Virtual
1:30 – 3:30 PM EST

Job Seekers:

Please Note:
A resume is required to register (in pdf format).
The …

By Willa Mayo
Willa Mayo Recruiting Coordinator, Employer Relations
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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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Court Watch Volunteering – Language Barriers to Access

Want to visit a courtroom? Ready to support research being done by MA Appleseed Center for Law and Justice with the MA Law Reform Institute on Language Barriers to Access?  This is the volunteer opportunity is for YOU!!

How …

By Rebecca Corke
Rebecca Corke Pre-Law Advisor
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Smithsonian Asian Pacific Internship Program – Summer 2025

Looking for an internship this summer? Passionate about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander histories, cultures, and communities? Interested in learning more about a career in a museum?

Then apply to the Smithsonian Asian Pacific Internship Program! The internship …

By Sue Atkins
Sue Atkins Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Lime Connect’s Fellowship Program for Students with Disabilities

Lime Connect’s flagship program for sophomore’s – Fellowship Program For Students with Disabilities is accepting applications through January 28th.

The 2025 Fellowship Program is designed for highly accomplished rising juniors (class of 2027) with disabilities. 

This prestigious program:

If you’d like to …

By Sue Atkins
Sue Atkins Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Meet Sheryl Rosenberg, Career Advisor for Education, Nonprofit & Social Impact

Hi everyone! Welcome to the Education, Nonprofit & Social Impact career community.  I’m excited to be your lead advisor for this area. Explore the resources on this community page, and schedule an appointment with me to talk more about your …

By Sheryl Rosenberg
Sheryl Rosenberg Associate Director
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Featured Resources

Education, Nonprofit & Social Impact Resume Guide

Every industry and sector has it’s own nuances, lingo, and values. How can you best position yourself for opportunities in …

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 …

Join us for our Fall ’24 Career Fair!

Calling all Jumbos! This fall we will be hosting an in-person Career Fair. This event is open to students from …

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: