Want to Consider Options Beyond Full-Time Jobs? Pursuing Fellowships after Graduation

As Jumbos consider how their majors relate to the world of work beyond Tufts, it can be confusing to map out a timeline when you are trying to focus on classes and activities for the semester. For some students, you …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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Understanding the World of Nonprofits

What is a nonprofit?

Nonprofits are mission-driven organizations dedicated to addressing a particular social issue or advocating for a cause. These organizations benefit the public, rather than the financial interests of an individual, private shareholder, or group of people. The …

By Sheryl Livsey
Sheryl Livsey Associate Director
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Social Impact Fellowships & Job Search Support Group

Alumni Jessie Lan ’21 talks about her experience getting involved with Second Day, and how it helped launch her career in Social Impact. 

During my senior year at Tufts, I joined the Community Scholars program, through Second Day. It’s a …

By Jessie Lan
Jessie Lan Lead Career Fellow
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Introducing Designing Your Dream Career

Illustration by Marian Blair

Here at Idealist, we use our exclusive intel on the social-impact sector to create the most useful career content around, offering you what you need to find, land, love, and grow in your dream job. And …

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Getting Involved with Causes you Care About #foodjustice

How do you deepen your active citizenship and continue your commitment to solving complex challenges? Whether you are exploring mission driven career paths, or looking for ways to contribute to your community regardless of your day job, Melissa Acedera, Founder …

By Sheryl Livsey
Sheryl Livsey Associate Director
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SMFA Alumni in the Spotlight – Elizabeth Neel

Inspiration can come from anywhere…read this article on Artnet about SMFA Alum Elizabeth Neel about how her grandmother inspired her success in the art world. There is no time like the present to think about who inspires you and how …

By Ryan Smith
Ryan Smith Assistant Director
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Mythbusters: Pre-Health Edition

For students interested in the health professions, there are plenty of myths out there. Here are a few of the ones that have been BUSTED by Tufts Pre-Health Advising.

You should major in biology.
Students who enjoy biology and perform …

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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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 …