JUMBO2JUMBO at Tufts on Wed. 4/4 -- Don't miss it!
JUMBO2JUMBO at Tufts on Wed. 4/4 -- Don't miss it!
Tufts | Career Center
Career Launch
April 2018
Happy (almost) April!
Does your LinkedIn profile need spring cleaning? We've got you covered! We'll also talk about resiliency and the importance of honing your ability to move forward when faced with career setbacks. And finally -- there's still time to apply for the Tufts Alumni Association Professional Development Fund!
Meet with an Tufts Alumni Career Advisor
Join us on Wednesday, April 4 for JUMBO2JUMBO!
Networking for Young Alumni & Graduating Seniors
 
Young alumni (10 years out and less) are invited to share career and job search advice with the Class of 2018 during a casual networking event. Whether you’ve just accepted a job, been working for less than a year, are plugging away in grad school, or have advanced to a second job, the seniors want to hear your words of wisdom! You'll also benefit from networking (and catching up) with fellow alumni in the beautiful Atrium of the new Science and Engineering Complex (SEC) at Tufts. You'll receive two complimentary drink tickets for the beer/wine bar, and hot appetizers will be served.  Feel free to bring a friend/partner to this FREE evening event. Space is limited and an RSVP is required.

Learn More & Register for JUMBO2JUMBO
FAQ of the Month
I've experienced rejections in my job search, and I'm feeling frustrated with the process. What should I do?
Needless to say, facing rejection is tough -- whether it's applying to jobs/graduate school or seeking advancement within your organization. Keep these important things in mind:
1. It’s okay to be disappointed. Feeling disheartened or losing confidence after rejection is natural. Believe it or not, these feelings say something good about you! They mean you care about what you’re doing.
2. Everyone – and we mean everyone – faces rejection. Whether it’s sending an application that disappears into the void, failing to receive a call-back after an interview, or getting all the way to the final round and then hearing a ‘no,’ you are not alone in facing the challenge of rejection.
3. Your self-worth is not tied to a single (or even several!) rejections. While rejection is difficult, it doesn’t diminish all you’ve accomplished thus far, nor does it predict your ability to succeed in the future.
A large part of managing the challenges is building your resiliency. View the resource below for more tips and resources.
Resiliency and the Job Search (PDF)
Spotlight on ... Spring Cleaning for Your LinkedIn Profile
Haven't updated your LinkedIn profile in forever? (Don't worry; we won't tell. And hey, you're not alone!) But because this tends to be the #1 source of info when someone -- potential employer or another professional contact -- googles your name, it's worth the effort to freshen it up. Here are some suggestions:
Why You Should Never Put These 3 Words on Your LinkedIn Profile
Up Next for the Professional Development Series
Join us for presentations on a variety of career and professional development topics. Led by Alumni Career Services staff and career authors/experts, all you need is a phone and/or a computer to participate in these free, 1-hour sessions. Coming soon:
  • The Interview Coach (webinar) -- April 4, 8 pm EST
  • Market Your Brand: Cover Letters and More (teleseminar) -- April 11, 1 pm EST
  • The Career Guide for Creative and Unconventional People (webinar) -- April 11, 8 pm EST
  • Be Bad First: Get Good at Things Fast to Stay Ready for the Future (webinar) -- April 18, 8 pm EST
  • The Complete Cardinal Guide to Planning for and Living In Retirement (webinar) -- April 25, 8 pm EST
  • Elevate Beyond: A Real-World Guide to Standing Out in Any Job Market, Discovering Your Passion and Becoming Your Own Person (webinar) -- May 2, 8 pm EST
Mark Your Calendar with Upcoming Presentations
Apply for the Tufts University Alumni Association Professional Development Fund!
An average award of $500 is available to Jumbos looking to pursue career growth through conference registrations, member dues, certifications, media training, and other professional development activities.
Learn More and Apply by May 1, 2018
Career Fairs, Events and Special Opportunities
Sports & Entertainment Career Fair -- Friday, April 13, 12 - 4 pm, Fenway Park, Boston, MA
Massachusetts Educational Recruitment Consortium (MERC) -- Thursday, April 19, 10 am - 3 pm, Boston University
NJ Statewide Career & Internship Fair -- Friday, April 27, 11 am - 3:30 pm, Rutgers University
Naturejobs Career Expo: Jobs in China -- Monday, April 30, 9 am - 5 pm, Boston
Featured Listings in Handshake
Digital Designer -- Sosolimited, Boston, MA
Account Executive -- Wibbitz, New York, NY
Environmental Policy Research Assistant -- Center for Clean Air Policy, Washington, DC
International IT Graduate Program (2-yr. program) -- Dyson, Chicago, IL and abroad
Policy Analyst -- Rock Creek Global Advisors, Washington, DC 
Corporate Project Operations Manager -- Boston Cares, Boston, MA
Want to network with Tufts alumni in your field?
Register for the new Tufts Online Community and join the Tufts Career Networking Group on LinkedIn to make career connections today!
Career Launch is a publication of Tufts Alumni Career Services.
Alumni Career Services is a lifelong resource for alumni of AS&E and the SMFA. Contact us for assistance as you navigate your career path. In-person, phone, email and Skype appointments are available.
Tufts University Career Center
 
9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
Dowling Hall Suite 740
617-627-3299
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