Co-op Advisor - Part-Time

Co‑op Advisor – Part‑Time Position Type: Temporary. Location: On‑site, in‑person. Salary range: $30 to $45 per hour, depending on experience and institutional guidelines. This is a non‑benefited position and is subject to funding availability. Department Summary The Career Services & Internships Office advances the mission of Bridgewater State University by engaging students and alumni in designing career and life plans. We empower students to build confidence and professional skills through career advising, resources, programs, and experiential learning opportunities. We facilitate career readiness and connect students with employment opportunities through partnerships with employers, faculty, staff, and alumni, helping them achieve a lifetime of career success. Position Summary The Part‑Time Career & Co‑op Advisor provides holistic career advising and supports the implementation and growth of BSU’s Co‑op Pilot Program by advising participating students, coordinating program logistics, and fostering employer partnerships. This role delivers individualized and group‑based career and life design advising to undergraduate and graduate students while ensuring students pursuing internships and co‑op experiences are well prepared, properly documented, and effectively supported throughout their experience. This position serves as a key member of the Career Services & Internships Office and contributes to the university’s efforts to advance career readiness, experiential learning, and post‑graduation success. The position is temporary, effective July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, and may be extended subject to funding availability. Reports to the Executive Director of Career Services & Internships or their designee. Responsibilities Provide holistic and comprehensive career and life design advising to undergraduate and graduate students. Deliver one‑on‑one and group advising sessions focused on career exploration, internships, co‑ops, graduate school preparation, and post‑graduation planning. Assist students in developing, evaluating, and implementing personalized career development plans aligned with their academic, professional, and personal goals. Support students in navigating internship and co‑op searches through resume and cover letter reviews, interview preparation, job search strategies, networking guidance, and career coaching. Prepare students and alumni for employment opportunities through coaching and mock interviews. Conduct outreach to students and facilitate career development workshops, presentations, webinars, and classroom‑based programming. Encourage student engagement with career management technologies, including Handshake and other career resources. Co‑Op Program Administration Advise students participating in the Co‑op Pilot Program, answering questions related to program policies, timelines, eligibility requirements, and expectations. Provide ongoing guidance and support throughout the co‑op experience to promote student success and retention. Manage co‑op application, evaluations and surveys utilizing Career Forge experiential learning module. Administer and support the co‑op preparation course, including facilitating workshops, coordinating assignments, and tracking student progress. Collaborate with faculty and campus stakeholders to ensure students complete required paperwork, documentation, registration processes, and program milestones. Serve as the primary point of contact to troubleshoot student and workplace concerns that arise before, during, or after the co‑op term. Track student participation, learning outcomes, and program effectiveness, and prepare reports as requested. Employer and Program Engagement Collaborate with the Employer Engagement and Outreach team to identify and promote internship and co‑op opportunities for students. Maintain relationships with existing employer partners and assist in cultivating new employer partnerships. Conduct employer outreach, site visits, and ongoing communications to support quality experiential learning opportunities. Promote career events, programs, and employment opportunities through Handshake, newsletters, presentations, and other communication channels. Monitor employment and industry trends to inform advising practices and support student career readiness. Additional Responsibilities Perform other duties as assigned by the senior management team within the Career Services & Internships Office. Required Qualifications Minimum of five (5) years of experience in career services, human resources, academic advising, internship or co‑op program management, counseling, or a related field. Demonstrated ability to provide career advising, coaching, and student support services. Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, and organizational skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships with students, faculty, staff, employers, and community partners. Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage documentation, student records, and data tracking systems. Preferred Qualifications Experience administering co‑op, internship, or other work‑based learning programs. Experience teaching career development courses, workshops, or student success programming. Familiarity with career services and learning technologies such as Handshake, Blackboard, Qualtrics, and related systems. Knowledge of current employment trends, experiential education practices, and career development theory. Background Check Employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon the completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E‑Verify employer. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bridgewater Bagel & Coffee