Explore Program Academic Advisor — Guide First-Year Explorations

Northeastern University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Retirement plan

Commuting transportation

Job summary

Northeastern University seeks an Explore Program Academic Advisor to guide undeclared first-year students through academic exploration and major decisions. You will design and implement exploratory programs and events connecting students with faculty, peers, and resources across majors.

The role requires in-person work five days a week on the Boston campus, with collaboration across network campuses to support first-year success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred in counseling, human services, or higher education.
• At least two years of work or educational experience in higher education.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse populations.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and Word; detail-oriented with precision.
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills; collaborative team player.
• Must work in person at Northeastern's Boston campus five days per week.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to undeclared first-year students to support exploration and clarify majors.
• Interpret academic policies and advise on curricular matters related to majors and NUpath.
• Build first-semester schedules for incoming undeclared students.
• Advise on course selection to support timely progression and graduation.
• Identify at-risk students and help navigate academic and personal issues.
• Coordinate with network campuses to ensure robust support for Explore students.

Education

Master's degree (counseling / human services / higher education)

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Northeastern University seeks an Explore Program Academic Advisor to guide undeclared first-year students through academic exploration and major decisions. You will design and implement exploratory programs and events connecting students with faculty, peers, and resources across majors.

The role requires in-person work five days a week on the Boston campus, with collaboration across network campuses to support first-year success.