Career Counselor - College of Engineering - SV Career Services and Student Affairs

Job Summary 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 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. Cultivate potential and maintain existing relationships with employers through direct correspondence, membership in professional organizations, attendance at conferences, etc. Write and edit various career‑related publications, including the vacancy newsletter, brochures, reports, articles, etc. Respond to inquiries and other correspondence from students and alumni, employers and others. Troubleshoot problems and questions concerning career/job issues and other university policies and procedures. Answer routine questions or correct routine problems directly; refer difficult issues to supervisor. Provide career counseling to students and alumni through administration and interpretation of various vocational tests and inventories during individual counseling sessions. Assist students in assessing their career goals, formulating job search strategies, developing resumes and practicing interviewing skills, etc.; provide resume referral services / job placement. Create, organize and present career‑related programs, workshops, job fairs, graduate school fairs/events, etc. Act as liaison between Career Center and other university offices, including Student Employment, Dean of Student Affairs, Academic departments, etc. Key Skills / Qualifications 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 and keep 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 that demonstrates comparable knowledge may be considered. Requirements Successful background check Benefits Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance Retirement savings program with employer contributions Tuition benefits Paid time off Observed holidays Life and accidental death and disability insurance Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass Family Concierge Team assistance for childcare needs Fitness center access Location Silicon Valley, CA Job Function Career Planning and Placement Position Type Staff - Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Work Arrangement Part time Pay Basis Hourly Equal Opportunity Employer Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr Independent Educational Consultants Association