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 …
Whatever your class year, major, or career interests, exploration and self-assessment are integral parts of your career journey, and the Career Center is here to support you as you explore.
Find a quiet place and take 5 minutes to answer …
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 …
See yourself in Chicago
Don’t forget about the Windy City as an excellent place to start a career in the arts and communications. A big city with lots of culture, history and fun to be enjoyed even on a small …
Are you interested in exploring a career in government and public policy but not sure where to start? The GFA Fellowship (Govern for America) is a two-year paid opportunity for recent graduates to serve in high-impact roles in government across …
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 …
When you think of impacting patient care outcomes and medicine, do you only think of going to medical school? According to the Tufts Pre-Health Advising office, there is a notable increase in the amount of students at Tufts who are …
Every industry and sector has it’s own nuances, lingo, and values. How can you best position yourself for opportunities in …
Internships. An opportunity to gain exposure, explore and try ideas for your future, apply theory from the classroom out in …
It’s tempting to make assumptions about the type of internship, volunteering, or other work experience you’re supposed to pursue with …
Calling all Jumbos! This fall we will be hosting an in-person Career Fair. This event is open to students from …
It’s easy to say, “I would never be tricked by a scam employment offer!” But every year, students at universities …
