Provide individualized career coaching to students and alumni on job search strategies, resume development, and interview preparation. Develop and facilitate career workshops while maintaining relationships with potential employers and university offices.
Requirements summary
Requires a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience in career counseling or planning. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to handle difficult situations, meet deadlines, and maintain detailed records.
Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world’s most renowned education institutions.
With ground-breaking brain science, path-breaking performances, creative start-ups, big data, big ambitions, hands-on learning, and a whole lot of robots, CMU doesn’t imagine the future, we invent it.
If you’re passionate about joining a community that challenges the curious to deliver work that matters, your journey starts here!
The College of Engineering at Carnegie Mellon is a world-class engineering college recognized for excellence, innovation, and the societal relevance and impact of its pursuits.
We produce creative and technically strong engineers and research pioneering solutions to global challenges.
We do this with an unprecedented commitment to integrating across engineering, sciences, arts, business, and other disciplines to yield transformative results.
Carnegie Mellon University’s Silicon Valley campus is searching for a motivated Career Counselor.
The Career Counselor will provide individualized career coaching to students, both in person and virtually, to support internship and full-time job searches.
Coaching topics may include, but are not limited to, resume and cover letter development, job search strategy, target company identification, networking, interviewing, offer evaluation and negotiation, and career exploration.
Core Responsibilities: Develop career-related workshop materials and facilitate workshops and presentations for students on topics related to career development and employment preparation.
Cultivates potential and maintains existing relationships with employers through direct correspondence, membership in professional organizations, attendance at conferences, etc.
Writes and edits various career-related publications, including the vacancy newsletter, brochures, reports, articles, etc.
Responses to inquiries and other correspondence from students and alumni, employers and others.
Trouble shoots problems and questions concerning career/job issues and other university policies and procedures.
Answers all routine questions or corrects routine problems directly.
Refers difficult issues and questions to supervisor.
Provides career counseling to students and alumni through administration and interpretation of various vocational tests and inventories during individual counseling sessions.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Prescription Insurance
Fitness Center Access
Retirement Savings Program
Tuition Benefits
Observed Holidays
Accidental Death and Disability Insurance
Pittsburgh Regional Transit Bus Pass
Family Concierge Team
Assists students in assessing their career goals, formulating job search strategies, developing resumes and practicing interviewing skills, etc.
Provides resume referral services job placement.
Creates, organizes and presents career-related programs, workshops, job fairs, graduate school fairs/events, etc.
Acts as liaison between Career Center and other university offices, including Student Employment, Dean of Student Affairs, Academic departments, etc.
Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University.
We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity.
We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.
You Should Demonstrate: Ability to maintain composure when dealing with difficult situations and/or individuals.
Ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure and with frequent interruptions.
Ability to pay close attention to detail; keep and maintain accurate and detailed reports and records.
Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to understand and follow directions.
Visual acuity to perform activities such as extended use of a computer monitor, extensive reading, transcribing, analyzing data and figures, visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines, using measurement devices, and/or assembly of parts at distances close to the eye.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree 1-3 years career counseling / planning experience A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
Requirements
Successful Background Check Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits. Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance. Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more! For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page. At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations. Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today! Location Silicon Valley, CA Job Function Career Planning and Placement Position Type Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Full Time/Part time Part time Pay Basis Hourly More Information: Please visit “Why Carnegie Mellon” to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world. Click here to view a listing of employee benefits Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. Statement of Assurance Interested in a career with Carnegie Mellon University but not finding anything that currently aligns with your interests, background, or experience? Learn how to sign up for Job Alerts through your candidate profile. If your heart is in your work, come work with us. Carnegie Mellon University isn’t just one of the world’s most renowned educational institutions – it’s also a hotspot for some of the most talented doers, dreamers, and difference-makers on the planet. When you join our staff, you’ll become an important part of our mission to create a healthier, safer, and more just life for all. No matter what your role or location, you’ll connect and collaborate with dedicated, passionate colleagues – and you’ll have the satisfaction of delivering work that truly matters. We cultivate a vibrant, welcoming environment where everyone is valued and encouraged to contribute and achieve. In addition to competitive benefits and a robust support network, you’ll have access to many tools and resources to sharpen your abilities and professional skills, as well as opportunities to engage and share perspectives with a dynamic and inspiring community of uniquely talented staff, faculty, students, and alumni. The future is awaiting your expertise and intellect. Come join the architects of what’s next. Apply now. Learn more about Student Employment. Please see Faculty Careers. For technical assistance, email HR Services or call 412-268-4600. If you are an individual with a disability and you require assistance with the job application process, please email Equal Opportunity Services or call 412-268-3930. Prospective Employee Disclosures
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