Part-Time Campus Career Coach & Workshops

Penn State University; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park, PA is seeking a part-time career coach within the College of Liberal Arts. The role focuses on coaching students on career exploration, resumes, and interview techniques while helping with job listings and workshops.

The position emphasizes collaboration with campus partners to boost career readiness, manage multiple priorities, and maintain records. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required, with a master’s preferred in related fields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in career services, coaching, advising, HR, recruiting, workforce development, or related field.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations, manage multiple priorities, and work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual career coaching on career exploration, resumes, cover letters, interviewing, networking, and internship and job searches.
• Assist with planning and delivering career development workshops, classroom presentations, and events.
• Support Nittany Lion Careers administration, including reviewing, posting, and maintaining job and internship listings.
• Collaborate with CEN staff and campus partners to support student engagement, career readiness, and daily operations.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with reporting and special projects as needed.

Skills

Career coaching

Resume writing

Interviewing

Networking

Workshop facilitation

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree in counseling, HR, higher ed, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Penn State University in University Park, PA is seeking a part-time career coach within the College of Liberal Arts. The role focuses on coaching students on career exploration, resumes, and interview techniques while helping with job listings and workshops.

The position emphasizes collaboration with campus partners to boost career readiness, manage multiple priorities, and maintain records. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required, with a master’s preferred in related fields.