|
The IR major offers preparation for a broad range of careers.
While this clearly holds advantages, you will be much better
prepared to maximize these options if you start career planning
early at Tufts. To support you in this process, Tufts offers a
number of resources.
Tufts Career Services
Career Services in
Dowling Hall offers an array of resources including career
counselors, workshops and seminars, online databases, and
a library with significant holdings. The IR Program works
closely with Career Services to generate workshops
and materials targeted at international careers. Whether your
thinking about careers is in the most formative stages or you
want specific insights about select employers, Career Services
can help. Make an appointment with a career counselor and keep
an eye out for upcoming workshops.
Here are some helpful resources on the Tufts Career Services Website:
IR Program Office
The IR Program Office attempts to supplement Career Services offerings
with limited resources specifically targeting international affairs
careers. In weekly e-bulletins and its
quarterly newsletter, IR advertises internship
opportunities, scholarships, and other career related notices. A list of
currently available IR internship opportunities is on the newly revamped
internship site. The IR Assistant Director, Kirk Lange, is also happy to
meet with students with career development questions; please stop by Cabot
605 during his office hours.
Advisors and Faculty
Remember that your advisor and other members of the IR Core
Faculty can provide insights and ideas about careers in
international affairs. This is another reason to seek out an
advisor who shares your intellectual interests within the field
as early as you can in your Tufts career. If an advisor knows
you well -- and sees your achievements and direction over time
-- they
are much better able to write a strong recommendation letter.
(Remember that your advisor and other members of faculty often
have full advising loads, so giving significant lead time when
requesting appointments or recommendations is critical.)
Internships
The IR Program provides online internship resources with
organization lists ranging from international human rights and
international culture/education/health to international policy
analysis and international business.
View our internship resources here.
Other Links
|