Student Career Success Coach

Penn State University; York (York County); On-site; USD 49,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Health, dental, vision coverage

Robust retirement plans

Paid time off (holidays, vacation, and

Job summary

Penn State University in the United States seeks aCareer Coach to deliver individualized career coaching to students and alumni, helping them develop personalized career plans and prepare for employment and further education.

The role includes coordinating career education programs, planning events and fairs, and collaborating with employers. It is a 75% FTE position (30 hours/week) funded for 9 months, with benefits and comprehensive university-wide support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 1+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized career coaching and advising to students and/or alumni; assess career goals, interests, skills, qualifications, and career readiness; assist individuals in developing and implementing personalized career plans.
• Advise students and/or alumni on resume and cover letter development, interview preparation, job/internship search strategies, professional networking, career exploration, and other career readiness skills; guidance on graduate/professional school options, career pathways, and employment opportunities.
• Facilitate, deliver, and evaluate career education, workshops, seminars, resources, and programs addressing career exploration, decision-making, job search strategies, networking, interviewing, and professional development.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute career fairs, events, networking programs, and recruiting activities connecting students and alumni with employment and development opportunities; coordinate participation and preparation.
• Review and evaluate internship, employment, experiential learning, and other career opportunities for relevance to student/alumni needs and alignment with career services objectives.
• Utilize career assessments, labor market information, and other resources to help explore career interests, occupations, employment trends, and potential career pathways.
• Collaborate on employer engagement initiatives; provide information and resources to effectively engage with prospective employers.
• Develop and implement communication strategies that engage students and alumni with career services, programs, opportunities, and resources.
• Coordinate the operational delivery of career services programs and recruiting initiatives, including event logistics, scheduling, registration, and related processes.
• Maintain data within career management technologies for students, alumni, employers, and opportunities.
• Collect and analyze participant feedback, engagement metrics, career outcomes, and other performance data to evaluate initiatives and recommend improvements.
• Participate in College, Campus, and University committees and special projects advancing career development and institutional priorities.
• May supervise staff, including hiring, development, and performance management.
• This is a term position ending on 6/30/2027 due to campus closure.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Penn State University in the United States seeks aCareer Coach to deliver individualized career coaching to students and alumni, helping them develop personalized career plans and prepare for employment and further education.

The role includes coordinating career education programs, planning events and fairs, and collaborating with employers. It is a 75% FTE position (30 hours/week) funded for 9 months, with benefits and comprehensive university-wide support.