Welcome to the Government, International Affairs & Law Community!

Careers in this community focus on serving the public interest, analyzing and setting policy, and ensuring fundamental rights are upheld at the local, state, national and international level— whether it be in an NGO or non-profit, public, or the private sector. People who pursue careers in government, law or international affairs develop skills in writing, public speaking, developing fluency or high proficiency in a second language, interpersonal and intercultural communication, conflict resolution, outreach, systems-thinking, analysis and problem solving. Examples of career pathways include (but are not limited to): activists, advocacy, analysts, community organizers, consulting, creative arts, education, engineering, finance and budgeting, international development, information technology and computer science, legal, politics, public policy, researchers, and local, state, tribal, federal, or global/international entities.

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 2026:

Stay up to date with information on …

By Sue Atkins
Sue Atkins Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Project Onramp Application Process – Summer 2027 Internship Program for Pell Grant Students interested in the Life Sciences – Biotech, Engineering, IT, Business, Communications, Human Resources, Law, and more…

Project Onramp curates paid summer internship opportunities for highly motivated Pell Grant  undergraduate students, who are interested in a range of careers available in the life science industry from bench work in the lab, to communication, to business development and …

By Sue Atkins
Sue Atkins Associate Director, Employer Relations
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5 Tips for Consulting Networking Night

Our 14th annual Tufts Consulting Networking Night, our largest consulting event of the year is this week. Here are key details about the event and 5 tips to help you prepare and make the most of this event.
WHAT: Consulting …

By Karen Dankers
Karen Dankers Associate Director, Director of Tufts Finance Initiative
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Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) – Applications Open on August 17th!

Are you interested in a federal government internship or a full-time job after you graduate? If so, would like to tell you about a great opportunity for Tufts University students with disabilities!

WRP is also hosting a workshop on September …

By Sue Atkins
Sue Atkins Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Law School: What You’ll Need to Apply

Register with the Law School Admission Council

The Law School Admission Council (LSAC) is a non-profit organization with over 200 member law schools in the United States and Canada. It administers the …

By Rebecca Corke
Rebecca Corke Pre-Law Advisor
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Paying for Law School

Law school is a costly investment and there are special considerations to be aware of, especially as the federal loan rules have changed. The information offered below will help you start your exploration of financial topics, but please note that …

By Rebecca Corke
Rebecca Corke Pre-Law Advisor
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Tips for Selecting Law Schools

Determining where to apply to law school can be overwhelming. Here are a few simple steps you can take to help guide this part of the law school process. 

Number 1: Think about what matters most to you about a law school. For example: 
Number 2: Be realistic about …

By Rebecca Corke
Rebecca Corke Pre-Law Advisor
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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:

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