Engineering Career Advisor — Hybrid

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Retirement planning

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Career Advisor within the College of Engineering's Career Services Team. Your role will guide undergraduate and graduate students, alumni, and partners in exploring careers, preparing resumes, and pursuing internships, co-ops, and full-time roles.

You will develop workshops and events, coordinate with departments and external employers, and support students through professional development opportunities in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with relevant experience in higher education, career services, student affairs, recruitment, or related field.
• Knowledge of career development practices and current trends in higher education employment.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Exceptional customer service and written/verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver presentations, workshops, and professional development.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, alumni, faculty, staff, employers, and university partners.
• Ability to interpret and apply university policies and guidelines.
• Commitment to respect, professionalism and civility with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized career advising to undergraduate, graduate students, and alumni, including career exploration, resume/cover letter development, job searches, and interview prep.
• Develop and deliver career-related workshops, classroom presentations, and programming to enhance career readiness.
• Assist students in identifying internships, co-ops, and full-time opportunities aligned with goals.
• Support student organizations in professional development and career fairs participation.
• Utilize Handshake to support internship/co-op processes and coordinate with departments for approvals.
• Provide guidance for the Cooperative Education program, including pre-rotation advising and documentation.
• Track internship/co-op participation and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with Career Services, faculty, employers, and partners to promote opportunities.
• Assist with planning and execution of career fairs, information sessions, networking events.

Skills

Career advising

Student affairs

Workshop delivery

Presentations

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Policy interpretation

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Handshake

Monday.com

Canvas

Google Workspace

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Career Advisor within the College of Engineering's Career Services Team. Your role will guide undergraduate and graduate students, alumni, and partners in exploring careers, preparing resumes, and pursuing internships, co-ops, and full-time roles.

You will develop workshops and events, coordinate with departments and external employers, and support students through professional development opportunities in a hybrid work environment.