Accounting Career Coach & Opportunities Specialist

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The USC Leventhal School of Accounting is seeking a full-time Career Services Advisor to support students across accounting programs, delivering career development guidance and coordinating workshops, mock interviews, and employer engagement activities.

Reporting to the Director of Career Services, you will collaborate with USC Leventhal/Marshall staff, supervise student workers, and maintain FERPA-compliant records while staying current on industry recruiting trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or combined experience/education substitute for minimum education.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a relevant role.
• Experience counseling or mentoring students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide information to students on career pathways, licensure, employers, and timelines; present at workshops; update materials.
• Offer tailored career guidance through one-on-one sessions, in-person and virtual; maintain confidential spaces.
• Proofread and critique resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles; ensure accuracy and engagement.
• Conduct mock interviews and provide feedback; tailor scenarios for student concerns.
• Track appointments, internships, and job offers in the career services system; maintain FERPA-compliant records.
• Train and mentor student workers; foster an inclusive team environment.
• Coordinate career fairs and employer events; organize on-campus and virtual sessions; outreach to employers.
• Collaborate with Marshall career offices and alumni groups.
• Stay current with recruiting trends in accounting and related fields.
• Partner with faculty and staff on events and program activities.

Skills

Counseling experience

Emotional intelligence

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Handshake experience

Accounting industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Combined experience/education substitution

Tools

Handshake or other career services system

Job description

The USC Leventhal School of Accounting is seeking a full-time Career Services Advisor to support students across accounting programs, delivering career development guidance and coordinating workshops, mock interviews, and employer engagement activities.

Reporting to the Director of Career Services, you will collaborate with USC Leventhal/Marshall staff, supervise student workers, and maintain FERPA-compliant records while staying current on industry recruiting trends.