On-Campus Student Career Coach & Pathway Guide

Bucknell University; Linntown (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Bucknell University seeks a part-time Career Accelerator to coach students in the College of Arts and Sciences on experiential learning, career values, and pathways. The role serves as a gateway to Bucknell employer and alumni networks, with a focus on personalized, near-term job search planning.

The position is gift funded for an initial one-year term, with renewal possible based on funds and performance. 17 hours per week, on-campus, non-benefits-eligible staff role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; five years in related field preferred.
• Experience in hiring or recruiting roles or career coaching is a plus.
• Familiarity with Bucknell culture and working with undergraduates is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Case-manage portfolio of graduating seniors through final-semester job searches.
• Conduct weekly advisory outreach and biweekly live sessions with students.
• Assess job search readiness and diagnose gaps in career-building skills (resumes, LinkedIn, interviews).
• Lead remediation activities including mock interviews, workshops, and career fairs.
• Collaborate with students to create individualized near-term search plans.
• Connect students with on- and off-campus resources to accelerate search success.
• Provide ongoing feedback and weekly progress updates to leadership.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree

Tools

LinkedIn

Career management platforms

Job description

Bucknell University seeks a part-time Career Accelerator to coach students in the College of Arts and Sciences on experiential learning, career values, and pathways. The role serves as a gateway to Bucknell employer and alumni networks, with a focus on personalized, near-term job search planning.

The position is gift funded for an initial one-year term, with renewal possible based on funds and performance. 17 hours per week, on-campus, non-benefits-eligible staff role.