Part-Time Career Coach

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University in University Park invites applications for a part-time career coach. The role provides individual coaching on exploration, resumes, cover letters, interviewing, networking, and internship/job searches to students and recent graduates.

You will help plan and deliver career development workshops and class sessions, manage postings in Nittany Lion Careers, and collaborate with campus partners to promote career readiness and daily operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in career services, coaching, advising, human resources, recruiting, workforce development, or a related field.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively 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

Advising

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Master’s degree or equivalent preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The College of Liberal Arts is seeking to hire a part-time career coach.

Job duties to include: 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.

Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, human resources, higher education, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience providing career coaching, advising, or professional development support to college students or recent graduates.
• Familiarity with career management platforms, job boards, employer recruiting systems, or Nittany Lion Careers.
• Experience developing or delivering workshops, presentations, or educational programming.

Compensation

The starting rate for this job is $25/hr.

Background Checks/Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

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Our values are as follows; Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Discovery, Excellence, and Community. We Are Penn State. One Community. Impacting Many.