| October Greetings from Grad Career Services
We hope your semester is going well and that you're finding time to work toward your career goals.
As a complement to your efforts, the goal of Grad Career News is to provide timely career advice, events and resources. We continually look for ways to strengthen this publication, and as such, we'd like to hear from you! How often would you like to receive Grad Career News and which topics should we cover?
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| FAQ of the Month
I want to ask someone for a reference/recommendation, but I haven’t done a great job of keeping in touch with the person. What should I do?
It happens -- you intend to stay in contact with that former colleague or supervisor and life gets in the way. But now you need an employment or continuing ed reference and you think this person will be a strong one. Consider the following in your outreach:
Be honest about your reasons for getting back in touch. If writing an email, you might say, "Dear Jane, I hope you’re doing well. I'd really like to hear what you've been up to since we last spoke. I'm also writing because I'm applying for [name of program or position/employer], and even though it’s been a while, I think you're still the best person to speak to my [specific experience, abilities]. Do you mind if I give you a quick call sometime to discuss this?"
Be as helpful as possible. In a phone call or in-person meeting, share your reasons for applying and explain why this reference will help you. Provide your resume and a copy of the job description. If applying to a Ph.D program, give an overview of the program and all the necessary info (e.g., a copy of your personal statement, an envelope with stamp to return any forms).
Be prepared to hear 'no.' If the person doesn't feel comfortable writing a recommendation or giving a reference, don't force it. A lukewarm endorsement isn't in your best interest anyway. Explore your backup options, review more tips on our website, and talk to a Grad Career Services Advisor to strategize.
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| Spotlight on ... Networking for Introverts
"First rule of introvert club: there is no introvert club. Thank goodness."
Kidding aside, we're strong believers in the power of introversion. If that's your personality preference, here are some ways to use it to your advantage in networking situations:
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Upcoming Career Webinars
Webinars take place at 1 pm ET (UTC+5) on Thursdays and are led by Tufts Alumni Career Services staff. Registration is required and will be open until 48 hours before the webinar. After registration, you will receive an email with instructions about logging in and/or calling in to the webinar.
October 24 -- Market Your Brand: Cover Letters and More
November 7 -- Ace That Interview!
November 21 -- Salary Negotiation: Get Paid What You're Worth
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| Upcoming Tufts and Regional Career Events
Building Your Curriculum Vitae, Monday, October 21, 6 - 7:30 pm, Dowling 745A -- RSVP in Handshake
Bagels and Career Guidance with Matt Casey, Tuesday, October 29, 12 - 1 pm, Grad Student Lounge, Curtis Hall
Consumer Products Industry Night, Wednesday, October 30, 5:30 - 8 pm, 51 Winthrop Street -- RSVP in Handshake
LinkedIn Lab for Grad Students, Wednesday, November 6, 12 - 1:30 pm, Dowling 745B -- RSVP in Handshake
Environmental and Sustainability Industry Night, Thursday, November 14, 5:30 - 8 pm, 51 Winthrop Street -- RSVP in Handshake
Engineering Career Fair Collaborative, Friday, November 15, 2 - 4:30 pm, Cambridge, MA -- Learn more here
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| Featured Job Listings in Handshake and Beyond
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| Grad Career News is a publication of the Tufts Career Center
Grad Career Services is a resource for Master's and PhD students in Arts, Sciences, and Engineering. Contact us for assistance as you navigate your career path. In-person, phone, email and Skype appointments are available.
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