Business Career Programs Lead (Finance Focus)

The University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 88,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago's Careers in Business program seeks a career adviser to guide undergraduate students and recent alumni toward finance and business careers. You will run one-on-one coaching, plan and deliver workshops, and support program administration including data reporting.

The role emphasizes employer outreach, coordinating events, mentoring students, and building relationships with employers, alumni, and faculty to provide internships and full‑time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Education: college/university degree required.
• Work Experience: 5-7 years in a related job discipline.

Responsibilities

• Serve as career adviser for a cohort of undergraduate students and alumni pursuing finance and business careers.
• Source job/internship opportunities and communicate opportunities to students.
• Conduct mock interviews, review resumes and cover letters, and coordinate interview-related activities.
• Develop program strategy for business/finance readiness, including interview prep and networking.
• Plan and execute workshops and events, virtual or on-site, as needed.
• Track student outcomes using Salesforce and prepare annual program reports.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Zoom

MS Teams

Coaching

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

The University of Chicago's Careers in Business program seeks a career adviser to guide undergraduate students and recent alumni toward finance and business careers. You will run one-on-one coaching, plan and deliver workshops, and support program administration including data reporting.

The role emphasizes employer outreach, coordinating events, mentoring students, and building relationships with employers, alumni, and faculty to provide internships and full‑time opportunities.