Industry-Savvy Career Advisor (Hybrid)

American University; United States; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

American University in Washington, DC is seeking a Career Advisor who provides comprehensive, industry-informed career advising to undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent alumni from diverse backgrounds and identities.

The role emphasizes advising within industry clusters and collaboration with Employer Relations and Career Center colleagues to build industry-specific employer intelligence and internships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• 3 - 5 years of relevant experience.
• Two or more years of progressively responsible experience in a professional or advising role.
• Familiarity with career assessment tools such as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator or Strong Interest Inventory.

Responsibilities

• Career Advising & Student Coaching: Provide individualized career advising to students and alumni across industries.
• Career Education, Programming & Outreach: Design and deliver workshops, panels, orientations, and resources.
• Industry & Employer Engagement: Build knowledge of employers and trends within clusters and share insights with colleagues.
• Team Collaboration & Program Support: Participate in planning, assessment, and program initiatives with the Career Center.

Skills

Career Advising

Student Coaching

Industry Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree or equivalent

Job description

American University in Washington, DC is seeking a Career Advisor who provides comprehensive, industry-informed career advising to undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent alumni from diverse backgrounds and identities.

The role emphasizes advising within industry clusters and collaboration with Employer Relations and Career Center colleagues to build industry-specific employer intelligence and internships.