Student Career Development Navigator

Chatham University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Chatham University is seeking a friendly Student Assistant for Career Development in Braun Hall. You’ll help students with their career goals, gain experience in a professional office, and develop communication, organization, and leadership skills.

The position is flexible and allows you to contribute ideas to help the office grow. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, managing Handshake, assisting with career consultations, reviewing resumes and cover letters, and supporting events like

Qualifications

• Must have a Federal Work Study award.
• First-year or sophomore standing preferred.
• Available to work at least 10 hours per week.
• Strong communication skills, professional with students, staff, and faculty.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage time effectively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Greet students, faculty, staff, and visitors and guide them to resources.
• Answer the phone and oversee the [e-mail] email account.
• Assist students in requesting career consultations on Handshake.
• Offer feedback on resumes and cover letters to improve confidence and career readiness.
• Help with career events and programs like the biannual Job & Internship Networking Mixer.
• Manage Handshake, approve job requests and events, and troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborate with Career Development staff to raise awareness of the services.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Time management

Professional interaction

Education

Federal Work Study award

First-year or sophomore standing

Tools

Handshake platform

Job description

Chatham University is seeking a friendly Student Assistant for Career Development in Braun Hall. You’ll help students with their career goals, gain experience in a professional office, and develop communication, organization, and leadership skills.

The position is flexible and allows you to contribute ideas to help the office grow. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, managing Handshake, assisting with career consultations, reviewing resumes and cover letters, and supporting events like