Welcome to the Accelerated MA Community!

Here you’ll find resources such as articles, job and internship opportunities, events and career inspiration tailored to Accelerated MA students.

My name is Jennifer Voldins, and I am a Senior Associate Director of Career Strategies and Engagement at the Brandeis School of Business and Economics. I look forward to working with you throughout your time at Brandeis and beyond.

Before joining Brandeis, I spent many years working in the foreign exchange and global fixed income markets in roles spanning sales/trading, research, banking, and portfolio management. I have worked at firms including Barclays, BNY Mellon, TCW Group, and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. I have also contributed questions for the CFA Society Boston’s Level III practice exam.

Launching your Global Career in Economics and Finance

Success at the intersection of global markets and policy requires a sophisticated blend of quantitative rigor and strategic insight. The MA curriculum is designed to sharpen your expertise in data analytics and economic modeling, while CSE resources empower you with the professional agility needed to lead in a globalized economy.

Because the recruitment timeline for international organizations, research institutions, and multinational firms moves quickly, I partner with you early on to refine your professional narrative. From optimizing your LinkedIn and Handshake profiles to conducting technical mock interviews, we ensure you are prepared to articulate your value to top-tier employers.

Our MA graduates are employed across almost every industry, and I encourage you to dive into our Career Communities to discover specialized insights and opportunities across diverse sectors.

Beyond the classroom, student-led organizations are vital for bridging the gap between theory and practice. Engaging with these clubs allows you to collaborate with peers and connect with our global alumni network:

To meet with me, including for résumé reviews or mock interviews, please schedule an appointment through Handshake.

Solve the Maze with Workmaze | CSE Resource of the Month Series

Are you on your internship/job hunt? Is it difficult to tell which companies are actively hiring? Are the companies you have applied to unresponsive to applications? Are you not sure how to reach out to recruiters about the status of …

By Ariha Jain
Ariha Jain Former CSE Career Captain
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The Best Cities for Women to Launch Careers

International Women’s Day is an occasion to reflect on past progress toward gender equity in the workplace and the challenges that still remain. In 2021, women in the U.S. earned about $0.82 for every dollar men earned. Hispanic or Latina …

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Financial Analysis at Johnson & Johnson with Hannah Davis ’20, MA’21

As a junior Career Captain back in 2020, I had the privilege of working with Hannah at the business school’s Career Strategies and Engagement Center.  Having the opportunity to learn from Hannah during her time here had a huge impact …

By Stephanie Borr
Stephanie Borr Former CSE Career Captain, News Crew
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A Guide to Business Etiquette: 25 Tips For Surviving the Modern Workplace

Even if a company you’re applying to seems “back to normal” — five days a week in the office, in-person interviews, and maybe even traditional business attire — business etiquette has fundamentally changed since 2020. There’s no “business as …

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14 Networking Tips from a Secret CSE Resource

In a very far corner hidden behind Natalie’s desk, I found a poster well-framed and hung on the wall. The brains behind this poster is Diane Darling, a renowned speaker, instructor, author,  and leadership coach specializing in professional networking strategies.

By Ariha Jain
Ariha Jain Former CSE Career Captain
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781-736-8502
Address

Career Strategies and Engagement Center
415 South Street
Waltham, MA 02453

CSE Business Hours

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Tuesday 9AM-5PM
Wednesday 9AM-5PM
Thursday 9AM-5PM
Friday 9AM-5PM