Women & Gender

Answers from Career Advisors … How can I stay in touch with networking contacts (a.k.a. interesting people) without seeming insincere?

It can be difficult to come up with reasons to email — beyond simply saying hello — but here are some things to consider:

A thank you.  It’s always nice to say “thanks again for talking with me” or “thanks …

By Susannah Krenn
Susannah Krenn Assistant Director, Communications & Marketing / Career Advisor
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U.S. Forest Service is Hiring for Interns and Full-Time Positions: Dec. 7, 2021 Deadline

Join the U.S. Forest Service and be a part of an organization that is committed to caring for the land and serving people.

The Forest Service is recruiting for summer intern positions, with positions available for high school, college undergraduates, …

By Sue Atkins
Sue Atkins Associate Director, Employer Relations
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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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Talking with Winnona DeSombre – Cybersecurity at Google

We’re lucky to have Winnona DeSombre as a Jumbo out in the world.  She has shared her time with students and has been quick to help out the Computer Science Department when needed. What follows here are Winnona’s answers to …

By Robin Kahan
Robin Kahan Associate Director, Engineering Career Services
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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 Rosenberg
Sheryl Rosenberg Associate Director
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Explorathon 2021: Keep Calm and Explore On

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 …

By Susannah Krenn
Susannah Krenn Assistant Director, Communications & Marketing / Career Advisor
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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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Education, Nonprofit & Social Impact Resume Guide

Every industry and sector has it’s own nuances, lingo, and values. How can you best position yourself for opportunities in …

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 …

30+ Diversity & Career Discovery Programs for Finance, Consulting, Tech and More

Career Fellow David Zhao ’21 shares his story of how career discovery programs can help you explore top companies 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 a particular …

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 …