Student Success Advisor: Co-op & Career Education

Lakehead University; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakehead University is seeking an Advisor for Co-op & Career Education to guide students from exploration to employment readiness. The role focuses on advising within assigned program portfolios, coordinating co-op experiences and building strong relationships with employers and faculty.

The position emphasizes developing career education resources, maintaining records, and supporting high-quality work-integrated learning outcomes across programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in career development, student advising or related field.
• Curriculum design and delivery experience.
• Familiarity with education platforms (D2L).
• Ability to handle confidential information and manage relationships in CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver career exploration events, workshops and resources.
• Provide individual co-op and career advising on job search strategies, resumes, interview prep.
• Develop course content and ensure quality curriculum.
• Guide students in co-operative education programs and assess learning experiences.
• Monitor progress and collaborate with university services for international students and accessibility.

Skills

Career development

Student advising

Curriculum development

Education platforms

Education

Post-secondary degree in education or related field

CDP certification asset

Master’s in Curriculum Development asset

Tools

Orbis

Slate

Salesforce

Colleague

Job description

Lakehead University is seeking an Advisor for Co-op & Career Education to guide students from exploration to employment readiness. The role focuses on advising within assigned program portfolios, coordinating co-op experiences and building strong relationships with employers and faculty.

The position emphasizes developing career education resources, maintaining records, and supporting high-quality work-integrated learning outcomes across programs.