Focus on … Food Science & Technology

Food Science & Technology: What is It?

Food science draws from many disciplines, including biology, chemical engineering, and biochemistry to better understand food processes and improve food products for the public. Food scientists are often considered experts on the best …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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Tips For A Great Shadowing Experience

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Shadowing is the sneak peak that lets pre-medical students decide whether they want to see the whole film.

A pre-medical student has very few opportunities to see the practice of medicine before applying to medical school. The pre-medical coursework …

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HospitalRecruiting is an online healthcare job board for physicians, advanced practitioners, nurses, and allied health professionals. Visit our site to view current medical practice and employment opportunities or navigate to our Healthcare Career Resources Blog for more great articles like this one!
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Alternative Careers in the Life Sciences : Pursuing Your Passions Outside the Lab

Let’s face it, obtaining a four year degree in the life sciences is a major accomplishment.  However, what happens if you want to pivot from pursuing a future career in the lab ?

Here are just a few industries in which …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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Rotational Programs: What They Are, the Benefits and Resources to Find One That’s Right for You!

I always say that if I were to go back in time, I would have started my career in a Rotational Program. Rotational Programs (often also called Management Development or Leadership Development Programs) are often found in bigger companies that …

By Robin Kahan
Robin Kahan Associate Director, Engineering Career Services
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Employer Sponsors at Tufts Career Fair – Friday, Sept. 26th

Tufts will host our Fall 2025 In-Person Career Fair on Friday, September 26th from 11:30am – 3:30 pm in Gantcher Center.

Not sure what to expect? Join our Prepare for the Fair session on Friday, 19th from 12 noon – …

By Sue Atkins
Sue Atkins Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Focus on … Political Risk Consulting & Analysis

📚 Political Risk Consulting: What Is It?

Put broadly, political risk consulting refers to a job focused on assessing the impact of political developments on organizations. This can range from analyzing how elections and changes of government — and the resulting …

By Kelly Roberts
Kelly Roberts Assistant Director
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We Need Environmental Science Grads, But What Do You Need? 13 Career Options We Think You’ll Love

You might be the kid who loved being outdoors, exploring the nearby woods and collecting bugs in a jar or taking samples from the local pond to look at under your most prized possession: a microscope (you know, the one …

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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 …

Where Do Tufts Students Intern?

It’s tempting to make assumptions about the type of internship, volunteering, or other work experience you’re supposed to pursue with …

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 …