| Hope your semester is off to a great start!
Whether you're updating self-marketing materials, researching potential employers or looking for job opportunities, talk with a career advisor for helpful tips and guidance.
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| FAQ of the Month What's the difference between a resume and a CV? In the United States, the curriculum vitae (CV) is used almost exclusively when pursuing a job in academia. The primary differences between a resume and a CV are length, specialized content, and audience. Visit the Career Center site for CV and resume tips and attend resume, CV and cover letter workshops to strengthen your documents.
- Building an Effective Resume -- Monday, Sept. 18, 12 - 2pm
- Writing a Compelling Cover Letter -- Monday, Oct. 16, 12 - 2pm
- Writing a Curriculum Vitae -- Tuesday, Nov. 14, 6 - 8pm
A light meal is included with most programs. Visit our calendar for complete details, including campus locations.
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| Mark Your Calendar ... Preparing for Jobs in Academia
This free one-day regional conference brings together grad students, postdocs, and faculty to discuss what it’s like to work at teaching-intensive institutions and how to apply for faculty positions. Participate in a series of talks, panel presentations, and networking opportunities. Faculty will be available to review and offer advice on CVs and cover letters. Register here.
Join faculty, alumni, and deans in this annual workshop on preparing for and making the transition to an academic career. Discuss searching for academic jobs, the academic hiring process, negotiating first offers, and the unique rewards and challenges to the various types of academic positions. Breakfast and lunch will be offered during this workshop. Registration is required.
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| Versatile PhD Ask Me Anything (AMA) Events
Join PhD career experts for new AMA events, featuring:- Free discussion, open to all (tell friends!)
- Advice from high-achieving PhD in industry
- Ability to participate anytime during a 3-day period
Coming October 11-13, 2017: Peter Fiske from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Dr. Fiske (Ph.D., Geochemistry and Materials Science, 1993) is a seasoned executive with over two decades of experience founding startups and commercializing new technologies.
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| Tuesday Professional Development Series and Wednesday Career Webinars
Participate in FREE hour-long seminars (Tuesdays, 1 pm EST) led by Alumni Career Services advisors and webinars (Wednesday, 8 pm EST) featuring career authors and experts.
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| Career Fairs, Events and Special OpportunitiesBuilding an Effective Resume -- Monday, September 18, 12 - 2 pm, Dowling 745B
IDinsight (international development consulting) Info Session -- Wednesday, September 20, 12:30 - 1:30 pm, Mugar 231
Q&A with AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellows -- Thursday, September 28, 2 pm EST DigitasLBi Diversity & Inclusion Recruitment Night -- Thursday, September 28, 6 - 7:30 pm, Boston (RSVP by 9/26)
Tufts Career Fair -- Friday, September 29, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, Gantcher Center Writing a Compelling Cover Letter -- Monday, October 16, 12 - 2 pm, Dowling 745B
Writing a CV -- Tuesday, November 14, 6 - 8 pm, Dowling 745A
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| Grad Career News is a publication of the Tufts Career Center Grad Career Services is a resource for MA and PhD students in AS&E and the SMFA. Contact us for assistance as you navigate your career path. In-person, phone, email and Skype appointments are available.
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