Career Services Advisor

lincolntech; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Lincoln Tech in South Plainfield, NJ is seeking a Career Services Advisor to help students and graduates launch successful careers. You will coach job seekers, build relationships with local employers, and create opportunities that change lives.

In this role you’ll work directly with students and recent graduates to prepare them for the job market while developing a network of employer partners actively hiring. It’s a relationship-driven position focused on connecting people with opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in recruiting, career services, sales, or related field.
• Strong communication skills and ability to speak to groups and on the phone.
• Relationship builder who enjoys connecting with people.
• Organized and detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and able to learn new technology platforms.
• Goal-driven with a track record of meeting performance targets.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one career coaching and job search assistance to students and graduates.
• Delivery of workshops on resume writing, interviewing, and professional development.
• Build and maintain relationships with local employers to identify job opportunities.
• Develop a pipeline of qualified job opportunities aligned with graduate skills and training.
• Coordinate job fairs, employer visits, and on-campus recruiting events.
• Track graduate employment outcomes and maintain contact until successful placement.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with accreditation standards.

Skills

Career coaching

Relationship building

Communication

Event coordination

Sales experience

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lincoln Tech in South Plainfield, NJ is looking for a Career Services Advisor to help our students and graduates launch successful careers in their chosen fields. In this role, you'll be the bridge between education and employment–coaching job seekers, building relationships with local employers, and creating opportunities that change lives.

You'll work directly with students and recent graduates to prepare them for the job market, while simultaneously developing a network of employer partners who are actively hiring. This is a relationship-driven role where your success comes from connecting the right people with the right opportunities.

Responsibilities of a Career Services Advisor

• Provide one-on-one career coaching and job search assistance to students and graduates


• Delivery of workshops on resume writing, interviewing, and professional development


• Build and maintain relationships with local employers to identify job opportunities


• Develop a pipeline of qualified job opportunities aligned with graduate skills and training


• Coordinate job fairs, employer visits, and on-campus recruiting events


• Track graduate employment outcomes and maintain contact until successful placement


• Develop a pipeline of qualified job opportunities aligned with graduate skills and training


• Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with accreditation standards

Requirements of a Career Services Advisor

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in recruiting, career services, sales, or related field


• Strong communication skills–comfortable speaking to groups and on the phone


• Relationship builder who enjoys connecting with people


• Organized and detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities


• Proficient with Microsoft Office and able to learn new technology platforms


• Goal-oriented with a track record of meeting performance targets

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference in people's lives by helping them secure meaningful employment. You'll work in a fast-paced environment where your efforts directly impact graduate success and career outcomes.

Full-Time Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision


• Life and Disability Insurance


• 401(k) with Company Match


• Paid Time Off and Holidays


• Growth Opportunities

About Us

For 80 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, Information Technology.

Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Email: [e-mail]


• Website: www.lincolntech.edu/careers