Career Advisor

Universal Technical Institute; Canton (MI, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Career Advisor to guide students toward fulfilling careers. This role involves providing expert advice, fostering connections, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. If you possess strong communication skills and a passion for student success, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Join a team that values your contributions and offers comprehensive benefits, including free tuition for you and your family. Be part of a mission-driven organization that has been trusted for over 55 years to change lives one at a time.

Benefits

Weekends OFF

Paid Training

FREE Tuition for Immediate Family

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401K

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of customer service and high-volume phone experience required.
• Strong communication and presentation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with job search, resume creation, and event coordination.
• Develop career initiatives and track student employment data.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Presentation Skills

Problem-Solving

Decision-Making

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some College Courses

Job description

Career Advisor

Job Locations

US-MI-Canton

ID

2025-7959

Type	Regular Employee

Overview

Position Overview:
Are you a dedicated professional passionate about helping students achieve their career goals? Universal Technical Institute seeks a dynamic and results-oriented Career Advisor to join our team. In this critical role, you will play a vital part in guiding students toward fulfilling careers by providing expert advice, fostering meaningful connections, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

If you are a skilled communicator, a relationship builder, and a dedicated advocate for student success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

What We Offer:

$20 - $24 per hour (Based on experience)

• Weekends OFF
• Paid Training
• FREE Tuition for you AND your Immediate Family
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Ins/STD & LTD Ins
• 401K, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Attention to Detail: Assists with identifying local employment opportunities, populating job boards, creating resumes, and coordinating campus events to support active students in their job search endeavors.
• Planning and Implementation: Develops and implements career development initiatives, such as employer visits and virtual events, to expose students to a range of entry-level job options.
• Organization: Adheres to ACCSC and state standards by diligently tracking and recording student and graduate employment data.
• Networking: Partners to promote and introduce students to student and manufacturer-paid MSATs by delivering informational presentations to them throughout their program, providing guidance and direction regarding career opportunities while sharing the value proposition of advanced training.
• Coach: Ensures active students are prepared for industry employment by providing mock interview opportunities, resume workshops, career counseling sessions, career development courses, and job search techniques.
• Other Duties Assigned

Qualifications

Education:

• High School diploma or GED required, with some college courses preferred

Experience:

• 1-2 years of customer service experience required
• 1-2 years of high-volume phone or sales experience required
• Industry knowledge preferred.
• Solid understanding of metrics-driven environments with a proven record of meeting or exceeding defined metrics

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong presentation and sales skills
• Independent ability to use good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Work Environment

• Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment
• Travel required up to 15% of the time

About Us:
It's all about the reputation. 55+ years of experience, trusted by 35+ industry leading brands, 16 campuses, 5 technical schools. But it's not all about the numbers. Here at Universal Technical Institute and its family of schools, we care about YOU. We care about making a change in the lives of our employees and our students. We're on a mission to expand our reach and increase our impact, one life at a time and that starts with yours...Come and be a part of our legacy!

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