Associate Director of Career Advising

Rollins College; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

HRA (Health Reimbursement Account)

Disability Insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

Employer Retirement Contributions

Free On-Campus Parking

Tuition for Employees & Families

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellbeing Programs

Job summary

Rollins College is seeking an Associate Director of Career Advising & Internships to lead career advising services and internship programs. You will supervise staff, manage the Academic Internship Program, and collaborate with faculty, employers, alumni, and community partners to expand high-quality internship opportunities.

The role aims to advance career readiness and integrate career development into the Rollins experience, building a nationally recognized, innovative center for career

Qualifications

• Master's degree in higher education, counseling, college student personnel, human resources, or a related field.
• At least three years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive career advising for undergraduates, graduates, and alumni; guide exploration, internships, job search, and grad school planning.
• Administer Academic Internship Program, Canvas management, registration, and faculty support.
• Develop and expand employer partnerships to create internship opportunities for Rollins students.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to graduate assistants and staff; support program excellence.
• Lead departmental planning, assessment, and reporting to advance institutional priorities.
• Represent the Center on campus committees and professional associations.

Skills

Career Advising

Student Engagement

Leadership

Program Administration

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in higher education, counseling, college student personnel, HR, or related field

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Associate Director of Career Advising & Internships

The Center for Career & Life Planning (CCLP) at Rollins College is seeking an Associate Director of Career Advising & Internships to join their team! The Associate Director of Career Advising & Internships leads career advising services and the College's internship programs. Primary responsibilities include career and internship advising, management of the Academic Internship Program and related course registration processes, career development training and workshops for the Center for Career and Life Planning (CCLP) staff and campus constituencies, support and guidance for students and faculty, and collaboration with employers to promote high-quality internship opportunities aligned with Rollins College Internship Posting Policies. Working closely with students, faculty, administrators, employers, alumni, and community partners, the Associate Director advances career readiness by supporting the integration of career development into the academic experience and expanding access to high-impact internship opportunities.

The Center for Career & Life Planning (CCLP) at Rollins College is building a nationally recognized, innovative model for a liberal arts career center, one that is distinguished by the depth of its partnerships, the quality and accessibility of its experiential learning opportunities, and its ability to create personalized pathways that connect students' interests, strengths, academic experiences, and aspirations to meaningful lives and careers. We aspire to be a leading and award-winning center that serves as a model for excellence in career and life planning within the liberal arts and beyond, while continually using data, emerging technologies, employer insights, and innovative practices to anticipate the changing world of work and prepare Rollins students to thrive in it.

Primary Responsibilities

• Career Advising & Student Engagement
  • Lead comprehensive career advising services for undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni, guiding career exploration, internship and job search strategies, and graduate school planning.
  • Cultivate assigned Career Communities and serve as a liaison and resource for students, alumni, faculty, employers, and campus partners, creating connections and enhancing career exploration and engagement opportunities.
  • Design and facilitate career readiness programs, workshops, presentations, learning experiences, and career advising for all constituents.
  • Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to strengthen career education through classroom instruction, workshops, consultation, collaborative programming, and other initiatives that enhance student engagement across the Rollin experience.
  • Enhance the quality and effectiveness of career advising by evaluating and implementing career assessments, advising technologies, resources, and evidence-informed best practices, while staying current with emerging technologies, including AI, and their applications in career development and advising.
  • Provide training and mentorship to Graduate Assistants, Career Ambassadors, and other assigned student employees to promote consistent advising practices, effective use of career resources, exceptional customer service, and meaningful student engagement.
• Academic Internship Programs
  • Lead the administration, assessment, and continuous improvement of the College's Academic Internship Programs, ensuring high-quality experiential learning opportunities aligned within institutional policies and academic objectives.
  • Administer the Academic Internship Program, including the Academic Internship Course, Canvas management, registration processes, faculty support, and administration of Academic Internship Program policies and procedures.
  • Manage funded internship programs by overseeing application and selection processes, promoting opportunities, and supporting equitable student access.
  • Serve as the primary resource for students with concerns related to internships or site supervisors, collaborating with faculty, employers, and campus partners to support student success and resolve issues.
  • Partner with Program Coordinator to promote Academic Internship Programs through strategic marketing and communications platforms while compiling program data to support assessment, storytelling, institutional reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Employer & Community Partnerships
  • Collaborate with the Associate Director of Employer & Alumni Connections to cultivate internship partnerships through employer outreach, targeted site visits, and educational initiatives that strengthen employer engagement and expand experiential learning opportunities.
  • Develop and expand employer partnership pathways within high-impact and emerging industries, creating sustained opportunities for Rollins students to engage in meaningful, high-impact internships.
  • Administer the Rollins College Internship Posting Policies, ensuring consistent interpretation, implementation, and communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Review and evaluate internship opportunities submitted by employers to ensure alignment with the Rollins Internship Criteria, providing consultation and recommendations to strengthen experiential learning opportunities.
  • Serve as the primary liaison for internship employers, supporting role development, verification processes, evaluations, issue resolution, and high-quality learning experiences.
• Supervision & Team Leadership
  • Provide supervision, mentorship, and performance management for the Assistant Director/Career Readiness Coach, supporting professional growth and the effective delivery of career advising, programming, and outreach.
  • Recruit, hire, supervise, and develop Graduate Assistants supporting Career Advising and Academic Internship Programs, including primary supervision of the Graduate Assistant for Career Access & Inclusion.
  • Oversee Career Studio staffing in collaboration with the Assistant Director/Career Readiness Coach, including student employee recruitment, training, scheduling, and supervision to ensure high-quality student service and professional representation of the Center for Career & Life Planning.
• Departmental Leadership & Professional Engagement
  • Contribute to departmental planning, assessment, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Advance institutional priorities, including Gateway, through Career & Life Planning programs, services, and partnerships.
  • Represent the Center for Career & Life Planning through campus committees, professional associations, presentations, and collaborative initiatives.
  • Maintain professional knowledge and competency through ongoing engagement with higher education and career development best practices.

Minimum Qualifications & Education

• Master's degree in higher education, counseling, college student personnel, human resources, or a related field.
• At least three years of relevant work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of career development theory and practice, career readiness, experiential learning, internship administration, and current trends in higher education.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to develop collaborative partnerships and effectively engage students, faculty, employers, alumni, community partners, and colleagues.
• Demonstrated ability to foster an inclusive, welcoming, and student-centered environment that values diverse identities, perspectives, lived experiences, and a strong sense of belonging.
• Strong leadership, supervision, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent program, project, and organizational management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate complex initiatives, and adapt to changing institutional needs.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret data, evaluate programs and services, and support continuous improvement through evidence-informed decision-making.
• Knowledge of employment practices, internship standards, and legal considerations affecting domestic and international students, including Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT).
• Proficiency with technology and information systems that support career education, student engagement, program administration, communication, and assessment.

Work Environment

• Campus-based, in-person customer service role, working in an office environment.
• Regular use of a computer and databases.
• Flexible scheduling and must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends to meet department needs.

Benefits & Perks

• 25 Days - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and personal time)
• 10 Days - Paid Holidays
• 5 Days - Paid College Closure Days
• Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account($125+/month)
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Free On-Campus Parking
• Free Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sportingevents and more)
• Free Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
• Pet Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs
• Plus More!

Additional Perks

• Rollins College is conveniently located on multiple Lynx Bus Routes (Winter Park/Rosemont-9 & Winter Park/Springs Village-23) and within walking distance from the Winter Park SunRail Station
• Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards, and more)
• Free E-Training Courses & Professional Development Opportunities
• IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and more)
• College Bookstore Discounts
• Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs
• Discover what it's like to live in Orlando: Live, Work, Play and Learn
• Plus More!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rollins College is an equal opportunity institution. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical characteristics, or any other category protected by College policy or federal, state, or local law for employment and in our educational programs and activities. To learn more about our commitments, visit https://www.rollins.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion-belonging/ click here. Any applicant who requires reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or hiring process may contact us by phone or in writing to [e-mail] | 407.646.2102.

Employment Eligibility

All new employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Rollins College, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Rollins College will require proof of authorization to work in the United States. Further, based on the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Department of State, the College may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the College is not able to pay the required fee accompanying new H-1B visa petitions.

FLSA Status

Exempt

Service Months

12

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