Flexible Student Career Development Assistant

Chatham; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Chatham University is seeking a Student Assistant for Career Development in the Office of Career Development. Located at Braun Hall, Pittsburgh, this role supports students with career goals, resume feedback, and event coordination.

The position emphasizes professional communication, confidentiality, and teamwork. It offers flexible scheduling for a student-friendly work environment on campus.

Qualifications

• Must have a Federal Work Study award.
• First year or sophomore standing preferred.
• Available to work at least 10 hours a week.
• Strong communications skills and ability to interact professionally with students, staff, and faculty.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage time effectively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Greet students, faculty, staff, and visitors, answer questions, and guide them to the appropriate resources
• Answer the phone and oversee the [e-mail] email account
• Assist students in requesting career consultations on Handshake
• Offer intentional feedback to students on their resumes and cover letters to improve their confidence and career readiness
• Help with career events and programs like the biannual Job & Internship Networking Mixer
• Manage Handshake, approve job requests, approve events, and help troubleshoot any basic issues
• Collaborate with Career Development staff to raise awareness of the services among Chatham students through intentional outreach efforts

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Federal Work Study award

Job description

Chatham University is seeking a Student Assistant for Career Development in the Office of Career Development. Located at Braun Hall, Pittsburgh, this role supports students with career goals, resume feedback, and event coordination.

The position emphasizes professional communication, confidentiality, and teamwork. It offers flexible scheduling for a student-friendly work environment on campus.