A dozen chances (live + online) to strengthen networking skills this summer

Career Launch June 2018

June Greetings from Alumni Career Services This month, we focus on networking! From industry socials and Sox games to career webinars offering valuable networking tips, there are plenty of ways to refine your skills, as well as form new (and strengthen existing) connections this summer. Hope to see you at one or more of these events! Learn More and RSVP for Summer Events FAQ of the Month What's the best way to connect with someone on LinkedIn? The summer is a great time to curate existing connections and look for ways to expand your network. And yes, it's easy to send a bunch of LinkedIn connection requests at once. But unless you know the people well or you just asked "May I send you a LinkedIn request?" (AND you send it within a day or so) please tailor your message. Quick tips for customization: Remind the person how you know him/her (1-2 sentences) or mention something you have in common (fellow Jumbo, perhaps??) If you're reaching out to start a conversation, tell your recipient what would be helpful in specific, easy-to-say-yes terms, e.g., “Would it be possible to schedule a 20-minute phone call in the next few weeks? I’d love to pick your brain about XYZ …” Express gratitude -- early and often!  4 Steps When Contacting a Stranger on LinkedIn Join the Tufts University Career Network on LinkedIn (largest Tufts group!) Spotlight on ... Small Talk at Networking Events Whether it's a low-key social or a large-scale professional conference, making the most of networking events takes a bit of planning. Keep these tips in your back pocket and you'll be ready for those inevitable chats with new (and interesting!) people: 30 Brilliant Networking Conversation Starters 8 Ways to Make Meaningful Small Talk (hint: lose the phone!) A Quick Fix to Up Your Small Talk Game Featured Listings in Handshake and Beyond Data Coordinator and Analyst -- Boston Medical Center Dept. of General Pediatrics, Boston, MA Executive Coordinator (IT Program Support) -- NYC Department of Correction, New York, NY Research Development Coordinator -- Harvard University, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Cambridge, MA ORISE Internship/Research Participation Programs, U.S. EPA, Multiple locations Research Associate, Special Education -- American Institutes for Research, Washington, DC Insight Fellows Program -- 7-week postdoctoral training programs in data science, data engineering, health data and AI (Deadlines vary) Spring 2019 Scoville Peace Fellowship -- 6-9 month DC-based position involving peace/security issues (Apply by October 1) Blakemore Freeman Fellowships -- year-long grants for advanced language study in East or SE Asia (Apply by December 30) Want to network with Tufts alumni in your field? Register for the new Tufts Online Community and join the Tufts University Career Network 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.

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