International Career Advisor

Uniglobal Technologies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fordham University is seeking an International Career Advisor for its Career Center in Rose Hill, New York. This role focuses on assisting international students with career planning, professional development, and employment preparation in the United States and abroad.

The advisor will provide person-centered advising, addressing career exploration, networking, interviewing, experiential learning, and long-term professional growth, while collaborating with university offices to strengthen

Qualifications

• Experience advising international students on career planning and development.
• Ability to facilitate career workshops and events.
• Knowledge of CPT/OPT processes relevant to international students.
• Familiarity with Handshake, LinkedIn, and PeopleGrove platforms for student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic career advising to international students pursuing opportunities in the United States and abroad.
• Assist students with career exploration, resumes, interviewing, networking, and job search strategies.
• Share resources related to U.S. and international employment pathways, including CPT and OPT processes.
• Assist students in identifying employer connections, internships, and industry opportunities.
• Research labor market trends and employer hiring practices relevant to international students.
• Support workshops, panels, networking programs, and employer engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Office for International Services and other university departments.
• Assist with student engagement documentation, programming support, and administrative tasks.

Skills

Career advising

Workshop facilitation

CPT/OPT knowledge

Handshake/LinkedIn/PeopleGrove

Job description

United States — International Student Market

1.2M inbound students (2025) +3%

1. India 363K

2. China 266K

3. South Korea 42K

4. Canada 30K

5. Vietnam 26K

9 international branch campuses in United States

OVERVIEW Fordham University is seeking an International Career Advisor for its Career Center in Rose Hill, New York. Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of the Career Center, this role focuses on assisting international students with career planning, professional development, and employment preparation in the United States and abroad. The position supports students through person-centered advising that addresses career exploration, networking, interviewing, experiential learning, and long-term professional growth. The advisor also works collaboratively across university offices to strengthen career programming and employer engagement for students.

Key responsibilities

• Provide holistic career advising to international students pursuing professional opportunities in the United States and internationally
• Assist students with career exploration, resumes, interviewing, networking, and job search strategies
• Share resources related to U.S. and international employment pathways, including cpt and OPT processes
• Assist students in identifying employer connections, internships, and industry opportunities
• Research labor market trends and employer hiring practices relevant to international students
• Support workshops, panels, networking programs, and employer engagement initiatives
• Collaborate with the Office for International Services and other university departments
• Assist with student engagement documentation, programming support, and administrative tasks

Requirements

• Understanding of student career development
• Knowledge of cpt and OPT processes
• Experience facilitating career workshops
• Familiarity with Handshake, LinkedIn, and PeopleGrove platforms WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS International students often navigate complex career systems, employment regulations, and cross-cultural expectations while planning their professional future. This role helps students build confidence, identify opportunities, and connect with employer networks that support meaningful career outcomes. By assisting students with practical career preparation and employment strategies, the position contributes to student success, employer engagement, and stronger international career pathways within higher education.

Bonus: Application advice

• Highlight experience assisting students with career advising, workshops, or professional development programming
• Demonstrate familiarity with cpt, OPT, and employment considerations for international students
• Include examples of employer outreach, networking support, or internship advising
• Showcase experience using career platforms such as Handshake, LinkedIn, or PeopleGrove
• Emphasize communication skills and the ability to work across diverse student populations
• Tailor application materials to reflect experience in higher education, student services, or career counseling