Career Peer & Student Career Coach

Mercer Cluster; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Leadership development

Employer connections

NACE-aligned training

Certificate after each academic year

Job summary

Mercer University Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) seeks Career Peers for 2026-2027 to provide peer-to-peer career guidance. You will deliver short 15-30 minute presentations, promote CCPD services, and mentor fellow Mercerians in career exploration.

The role requires about 10 hours weekly and pays $10–$15 per hour. Selected students will receive professional development aligned with NACE competencies, resume-worthy experience, and potential references.

Qualifications

• Must have been enrolled at Mercer University for one academic semester (preferably two).
• Preference given to Federal Work-Study eligible students.

Responsibilities

• Promote the Career Center's value to Mercerians and present to campus groups.
• Schedule and conduct in-person or virtual peer consultations.
• Review student resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles.
• Guide and support students in career exploration.
• Refer peers to CCPD services and staff and provide feedback for improvement.
• Represent CCPD at employer recruiting events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Time management

Team collaboration

Student mentorship

Education

Mercer University enrollment (1+ semester)

Job description

Mercer University Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) seeks Career Peers for 2026-2027 to provide peer-to-peer career guidance. You will deliver short 15-30 minute presentations, promote CCPD services, and mentor fellow Mercerians in career exploration.

The role requires about 10 hours weekly and pays $10–$15 per hour. Selected students will receive professional development aligned with NACE competencies, resume-worthy experience, and potential references.