Peer Career Coach & Workshop Leader (Flexible Hours)

Millersville University; Millersville (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 11,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Millersville University Career Center is seeking a Peer Career Educator to help fellow students explore career resources, refine resumes, and build professional confidence. The role involves 1-on-1 coaching, workshop support, and campus outreach.

You will guide peers in using Handshake and Canva, collaborate on career workshops, and assist with events. Flexible hours and a supportive team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at Millersville University.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to guide peers on resumes and career exploration.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Professional appearance and courteous demeanor.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; willingness to learn career center resources.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Pair 1-on-1 with students to draft, review, and polish resumes and cover letters.
• Help students articulate experiences into marketable skills.
• Guide students on navigating Handshake and other digital career tools.
• Collaboratively develop and co-present interactive career workshops for classrooms, residence halls, and student organizations.
• Present on core career topics (resume writing, job search, networking, LinkedIn, interview strategies).
• Assist staff with planning major campus events such as career fairs and networking panels.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Professional demeanor

Phone etiquette

MS Office proficiency

Teamwork

Education

Currently enrolled at Millersville University

Tools

Handshake

Canva

Office software

Job description

Millersville University Career Center is seeking a Peer Career Educator to help fellow students explore career resources, refine resumes, and build professional confidence. The role involves 1-on-1 coaching, workshop support, and campus outreach.

You will guide peers in using Handshake and Canva, collaborate on career workshops, and assist with events. Flexible hours and a supportive team environment are offered.