MUST University·Deerfield Beach, Florida
The Career Services Representative provides individualized guidance to students and graduates to help them secure job opportunities related to their studies. This includes creating resumes, facilitating employment workshops, and building strategic partnerships with local and international employers.
The Career Services Representative plays an integral role in assisting students and graduates with career placement. The key responsibility is to assist students in preparing to find suitable job opportunities in fields related to their program of study or their area of specialization.
What you'll do
Provide individualized guidance to students on their career goals, interview skills, job search skills, and career development.
Align job opportunities with student academic training.
Assist students in creating and enhancing their resumes and cover letters to tailor them to specific job opportunities.
Prepare workshops in effective job search strategies, including identifying online opportunities, using professional social and human networks, and participating in virtual and in-person job fairs.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with potential employers to identify job opportunities for students, organize recruitment events, collaborate with local and international companies, and create placement program opportunities.
Plan and facilitate employment-related workshops and events, such as interview preparation sessions, employer talks, and professional panels.
Follow up with students to assess their progress in job searching, provide ongoing support, and adjust strategies as necessary.
Maintain accurate records of interactions with students, identified job opportunities, and job placement outcomes to report on program success.
Work closely with other departments, such as academics, to support students in their comprehensive professional development.
Regularly evaluate job placement programs, services, and trends to identify areas for improvement and develop new initiatives to meet changing student and labor market needs.
Conduct a survey for alumni (graduates) to manage progress and identify job placement.
Maintain effectiveness and a comprehensive approach to strategic collaborations to help students and graduates succeed in their transition to the workforce.
Prepare accurate programmatic placement reports for licensing and accrediting agencies.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and have at least one year of experience in career services or job search advising within higher education. Proficiency in both English and Portuguese, along with competency in Microsoft Office, is required.
Market context
Career services representative roles in Florida are often competitive because employers look for candidates who can support diverse student populations and navigate higher education advising workflows. For this role, a bachelor’s degree, at least one year of career services or job search advising experience, English and Portuguese proficiency, and Microsoft Office skills are key requirements. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your resume to show bilingual advising experience and student support outcomes.
