Engineering Undergraduate Academic Advisor for Success

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University in the College of Engineering seeks an Academic Advisor to provide holistic advising for undergraduate students. You will guide course selection, monitor performance, and connect students with academic resources and experiential opportunities.

Expect a caseload of ~250 advisees, with responsibilities spanning student services, orientation support, committees, and ongoing professional development. Strong communication and discretion are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1–2 years relevant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication abilities.
• Good judgement with confidential materials and discretion.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work with diverse individuals.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook and Zoom; eager to learn new software.
• Cover letter and resume required.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic academic advising to undergraduate students in ENG.
• Support course selection, monitoring performance, and registration processes.
• Connect students with academic resources, tutoring, internships, and study abroad opportunities.
• Maintain advising records in accordance with university policies and regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Discretion with confidential materials

Collaborative teamwork

Highly organized

MS Word / Excel / Outlook / Zoom

Cover letter and resume required

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Zoom

Job description

Boston University in the College of Engineering seeks an Academic Advisor to provide holistic advising for undergraduate students. You will guide course selection, monitor performance, and connect students with academic resources and experiential opportunities.

Expect a caseload of ~250 advisees, with responsibilities spanning student services, orientation support, committees, and ongoing professional development. Strong communication and discretion are essential.