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

Where Do Tufts Students Intern? The Sociology 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.

The truth? An Sociology major — or any Tufts major for that matter — doesn’t limit you …

By Susannah Krenn
Susannah Krenn Assistant Director, Communications & Marketing / Career Advisor
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3 Questions with William Huang, IR’12, Program Officer, Citi Foundation

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. 

William Huang, ’12, Program Officer, Citi Foundation

By Kelly Roberts
Kelly Roberts Assistant Director
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Consider a Public Service or Nonprofit Fellowship

There’s an increasing amount of fellowships for recent graduates who want to launch careers in public service and and nonprofits.

What are fellowships? 

Fellowships are often funded by foundations, private donors, or organizations and are designed to provide support to …

By Sheryl Rosenberg
Sheryl Rosenberg Associate Director
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Attend Employer Events!

Are you looking for upcoming career opportunities and employer events? Well, that’s what the monthly Employer Events flyers are for! Our flyers showcase all upcoming events within the month. These events are a great opportunity to network, learn more about …

By Connie Chan
Connie Chan
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Internship Spotlight: Charles River Watershed Association

Current student, Megan Mathieu, shared the following about being a Summer Intern at Charles River Watershed Association …

What did you do as an intern at this organization?
As the community outreach intern at CRWA I produced a lot of public …

By Sheryl Rosenberg
Sheryl Rosenberg Associate Director
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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 Rosenberg
Sheryl Rosenberg Associate Director
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TRENDING – Environmental Hackathons !

Are you a problem solver and have an interest in collaborating with others to make an impact on the environment? If this is you, then participating in an environmental hackathon might be the next activity to add to your to …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott 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: