Admittedly, I never visited the Career Center prior to being hired. Take it from a fellow student who has now seen the light: you’ll want to get to know the Career Center. Planning for your professional future is a daunting task, and the steps along the way can be stressful and confusing. Having a place that cares about your career goals and assists in outlining a course of action is invaluable, and that’s exactly what the Career Center is here for. As gatekeeper to Dowling Hall Suite 740 for a little over one month now, I’m here to share my discoveries thus far about career guidance at Tufts.
If getting “career counseling” sounds like biting off more than you can chew, I assure you that all steps along the career path, from deciding a major to negotiating a salary, are important concerns. Our counselors offer assistance at any stage, and many students I’ve talked to since starting work here are surprised to learn the extent of the Career Center’s services. Some specific areas where we can help include:
Resume and Cover Letter Review. Get your resume or cover letter critiqued and ready for applications.
Internship Search. Not sure where to start when it comes to getting an internship? We can help create a plan for your internship search.
Mock Interviews. If you have an interview coming up that you would like to practice for (or if you don't), we offer mock interviews. We can even film it, if you'd like.
Choosing a Major. The Career Center is especially useful if you’re unsure about your future options relating to the world of work. Talking about your major is a good place to start.
Personality and Interest Assessments. Self-assessment is an important part of career exploration. The Career Center has tools to aid you.
To see more ways you can benefit from Tufts Career Center, visit our website at careers.tufts.edu. Our online tools are a great way for all students to stay connected to career objectives. For the undecided underclassmen, check out the interest checklists and the “Choosing a Major Guide.” Instructional how-to guides for creating a resume and cover letter are beneficial to anyone looking to get hired. Additional resources for job and internships search, networking, and more can be found on our website, including the login page for Jumbo Jobs.
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| A day in the life at the Career Center |
Beyond using the web, let the timing of this post inform you: the Career Center is open over the summer! This time of year is ideal to acquaint yourself with our office. Not only do our counselors have greater availability, but you may have more free time to dedicate to career exploration than during the academic year. If you need further convincing, our facilities are fully air-conditioned. Making an appointment is easy; see the instructions at the bottom of this post. Please note that phone or Skype appointments are an option for off-campus students.
Don’t have time for an appointment or website exploration? Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for the latest on job and internship opportunities and upcoming events.
If there’s one message I could deliver to students about the Career Center, it’s that we have resources to help no matter where you are on your career or academic path. Connect with us in person, online, and via the exciting programming planned for fall 2013. If you have any questions about this post or the Career Center, please call or email the office; we would love to hear from you.
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To arrange an appointment with a career counselor, please call our office at 617-627-3299. Appointments are scheduled for half an hour. If you would like to stop by, we are located at the back of Dowling Hall in Suite 740. Our hours are Monday-Friday, 9-5. Email us at careercenter@tufts.edu or visit our website at careers.tufts.edu.
