Graduate Assistant-Career Services Intern

Fayetteville State University; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a motivated Graduate Assistant-Career Services Intern to support students in their career development. Responsibilities include assisting with résumés, facilitating workshops, and supporting employer events. The ideal candidate is a graduate student interested in counseling or human resources. This part-time role offers a pay rate of $16 per hour, providing valuable experience in higher education and career services.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled or accepted into a graduate program at FSU.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with résumés, cover letters, and interview preparation.
• Co-facilitate workshops on career exploration and job search strategies.
• Support scheduling of employer information sessions and on-campus interviews.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations

Proficiency with basic computer applications (Microsoft Office or Google Workspace)

Education

Currently enrolled or accepted into a graduate program

Tools

Handshake

LinkedIn

Job description

Position Title

Graduate Assistant-Career Services Intern

Working Title

Graduate Assistant-Career Services Intern

Full-time or Part-time

Part Time

Time Limited Position

No

Department

Career Services

Posting Number

0402610

Hiring Range

$16 per hour

Primary Purpose of the Organization

The Office of Career Services is seeking a motivated Graduate Assistant-Career Services Intern to support students and recent graduates in their career development. The Graduate Assistant will assist with individual student appointments, workshops, employer events, and the daily operations of the office. This role is ideal for a graduate student interested in higher education, counseling, human resources, or related fields.

Primary Purpose of the Position

Duties and Responsibilities

Student Support & Advising

• Provide one-on-one and small group assistance with résumés, cover letters, job and internship searches, and basic interview preparation.
• Support students in using career tools and platforms (e.g., Handshake, LinkedIn, career assessments).
• Offer walk‑in and scheduled appointment support under the supervision of professional staff.
• Refer students to professional staff for advanced or specialized career counseling as needed.

Workshops, Programs, and Events

• Co‑facilitate or lead workshops on topics such as résumé writing, interview skills, networking, and career exploration.
• Assist with planning, coordination, and logistics for career fairs, employer panels, information sessions, and other events.
• Support classroom presentations and outreach events for student organizations and campus partners.

Employer and Campus Relations

• Assist with scheduling employer information sessions, tabling events, and on‑campus/virtual interviews.
• Greet and support employer representatives during visits and career events.
• Help maintain employer records and contact information in the career management system.
• Collaborate with academic departments, student organizations, and other campus offices to promote career programming.

Administrative and Assessment Support

• Assist with monitoring and responding to the career services email inbox and phone inquiries.
• Maintain accurate student appointment records and notes in the career management system, adhering to confidentiality guidelines.
• Support data collection and reporting related to appointments, events, and student outcomes.
• Assist with surveys, feedback forms, and basic assessment projects to improve services.

Marketing and Outreach

• Help create and distribute promotional materials (flyers, digital signage, emails, social media content) to advertise services and events.
• Contribute ideas and content for career services social media channels and newsletters.
• Conduct short classroom or organization announcements to increase awareness of career services.

Other Responsibilities

• Attend staff meetings, training, and professional development sessions as required.
• Participate in special projects aligned with office priorities and the intern’s professional interests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled or accepted into a graduate program at FSU.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (Microsoft Office or Google Workspace).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in student services, advising, mentoring, customer service, or related roles.
• Familiarity with career development topics (résumés, interviews, job search strategies, networking).
• Experience with career platforms such as Handshake, LinkedIn, or similar tools.
• Interest in a career in higher education, student affairs, career services, counseling, or human resources.

Notice to Applicants

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.” Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Open Until Filled

No

Other Information

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

EEO Statement

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable). Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity,sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.