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.

Making the Most of your First Summer Internship

If you are heading out on your first internship this summer, we wanted to put together some advice, tips, and resources on ways to make the most of your summer experience.

1. Be Early & Prepared!

One of the best …

By Sue Atkins
Sue Atkins Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Introduction to Working in Policy and Research

Policy and research play a fundamental role in shaping public discourse and influencing governments to invest in social impact. Many politicians and government officials rely on the research and ideas of policy researchers to implement new agendas or to raise …

By Sheryl Livsey
Sheryl Livsey Associate 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.

By Susannah Krenn
Susannah Krenn Assistant Director, Communications & Marketing / Career Advisor
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Corporate Impact Careers

What is Corporate Impact?

The upside to using business to do good in the world is clear: corporations have an outsized financial imprint on the world, and so making that imprint more socially responsible could be a huge deal. Despite …

By Sheryl Livsey
Sheryl Livsey Associate Director
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Internship Spotlight: Asian University for Women (AUW) Support Foundation

Current student, Wendy Lam, shared the following about being a Summer Intern at the Asian University for Women (AUW) Support Foundation  …

What did you do as an intern at this organization?
This summer, I interned with the Asian University for …

By Sheryl Livsey
Sheryl Livsey Associate Director
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Handshake: Just In Time Career Fair – Student Registration Opens on April 22nd

If you are actively looking for a job, internship, or post‑grad opportunity, feel free to join the Handshake “Just in Time” Career Fair, a great opportunity to connect directly with employers who have registered to take part in this Career …

By Sean Gorman
Sean Gorman Recruiting Coordinator
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Interested in making an impact + building real skills? Teach For America!

Join Teach For America to learn about TFA Ignite, a paid virtual tutoring opportunity supporting K–12 students this fall. Attend an upcoming info session or application workshop to learn more about the fellowship and how to apply before the April …

By Mitch Moise
Mitch Moise Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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Featured Resources

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 …

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:

Virtual Work Experiences

Virtual work experiences are a great way to set yourself apart, build your skills and your resume, and explore what …

Handshake for Students & Alumni

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The Handshake App is also available for download on both iOS and Android.

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