Graduate Assistant for Career Development

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Allocated $300 for professional dev

Office-sponsored professional dev (web

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Career Development to support students’ career readiness through coaching, program development, and professional growth. This role reports to the Associate Director for Career Development and offers hands‑on experience across student affairs.

You will manage a team of Peer Career Navigators, deliver individual coaching, create workshops, and help plan career events.

Qualifications

• Maintain academic good standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Be enrolled full-time (generally a minimum of 9 credits).
• Make satisfactory progress toward the degree as defined by the program and Graduate School.
• Meet requirements to be eligible for employment in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Peer Career Navigators (4–6) and manage scheduling and development.
• Build program structure including onboarding, quality standards and documentation.
• Provide ongoing feedback and support to peer coaches through regular check-ins.
• Monitor Handshake activity and appointment data; report trends to the Associate Director.
• Facilitate team meetings and training throughout the academic year.
• Collaborate with CPD staff to ensure program continuity and consistency.
• Deliver 1:1 career coaching to students in person or via video.
• Guide resumes, cover letters, internships, job search strategies, and interview prep.
• Develop classroom presentations and workshops on resume building, interviewing and networking.
• Support major career events and engagement with student organizations.
• Perform general administrative tasks and maintain program records.

Skills

Career coaching

Program development

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Team leadership/ supervision

Education

GPA 3.0 or higher

Full-time enrollment (≥9 credits)

Progress toward graduate degree

US work eligibility

Job description

Position Summary

The Graduate Assistant is an umbrella appointment that enables the University to engage graduate students in teaching, research or administrative duties. In this role, the Graduate Assistant for Career Development works closely with students to support their career readiness while gaining hands‑on experience in career coaching, program development, and professional growth. The position reports to the Associate Director for Career Development and provides a unique opportunity to develop skills across multiple areas of student affairs.

Key Responsibilities

Peer Career Navigator Program Oversight (40%)

• Hire, supervise, and coordinate a team of Peer Career Navigators (4‑6), supporting their day‑to‑day work, scheduling, and professional development.
• Build and maintain program structure, including onboarding procedures, quality standards, and documentation practices.
• Conduct regular check‑ins with peer coaches, providing ongoing feedback, encouragement, and skill development.
• Monitor peer coach activity and appointment data in Handshake; identify trends and communicate updates to the Associate Director.
• Facilitate peer team meetings and training touchpoints throughout the academic year.
• Collaborate with a designated full‑time CPD staff member to ensure program continuity and consistency.

1:1 Career Coaching (40%)

• Provide individualized career support to students across all majors and class years through video and in‑person appointments.
• Guide students in resume and cover letter development, career exploration, internship/job search strategies, and interview preparation.
• Empower students to take ownership of their career journeys.
• Coaching caseload may be adjusted over time as the Peer Career Navigator team grows in stability and independence.

Program Planning & Delivery (10%)

• Develop and deliver classroom presentations and workshops on topics such as resume building, interview strategies, online branding, and professional networking.
• Collaborate with full‑time staff to engage student clubs and organizations.
• Support major career events and initiatives that impact the broader student community.

Administrative Support (10%)

• Assist with operational tasks that ensure smooth office and program operations.
• Maintain records related to the Peer Career Navigator program, including tracking coach activity, appointment data, and program outcomes.

Work Hours and Environment

• Collaborative team of 10 professional staff, 3 Graduate Assistants, and student employees.
• Professional development opportunities across multiple areas of student affairs.
• Weekly schedule of 20 in‑person hours within 8:00 AM–5:00 PM business hours; occasional evening presentations may occur.
• Private office, laptop, and dual monitors provided.

Additional Terms of Employment

Fall 2026: Appointment begins Monday, August 3, 2026 and ends Friday, December 11, 2026.
Spring 2027: Appointment begins Monday, January 4, 2027 and ends Friday, May 7, 2027.

Other Benefits

• Allocated $300 to support professional development activities such as conference participation and membership in professional organizations.
• Encouraged to participate in office‑sponsored professional development, such as webinars and networking events.

Minimum Qualifications

• Maintain academic good standing at all times (minimum GPA of 3.0).
• Be enrolled full‑time (generally a minimum of 9 credits).
• Make satisfactory progress toward the degree as defined by the academic program and the Graduate School.
• Meet the requirements to be eligible for employment in the U.S.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Genuine interest in student coaching/advising and a growth mindset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Emotional intelligence and ability to build rapport with students.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Previous coaching/advising experience is a plus but not required.