Assistant Director, Career Coaching Co-op

DePaul University • Chicago, IL

2h • $50,174 - $75,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Career Coaching - Co-op delivers comprehensive career development services to business undergraduates participating in DePaul University's innovative co-op program. This hands-on role focuses on preparing students for professional success through individual coaching, skill-building workshops, and ongoing support during co-op placements. As a member of the Career Management Center team, the Assistant Director works closely with students to develop professional competencies, navigate the co-op search process, and maximize learning from experiential education opportunities. This position is essential to establishing DePaul's reputation as a premier talent pipeline for businesses seeking to develop emerging professionals and ensuring student success in cooperative education experiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a focus in Higher Education, Counseling, Business Administration, Student Affairs, Career Development, or related field required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in career services, career coaching, academic advising, or student development in higher education.
• Experience with experiential education, cooperative education, internships, or employer relations preferred.
• Proficient with career services platforms (Handshake preferred), Microsoft Office Suite, and virtual meeting tools.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in career counseling or coaching (e.g., GCDF, CCC).
• Experience with co-op or internship programs.
• Knowledge of Chicago business community and employer landscape.
• Experience with assessment tools and program evaluation.
• Knowledge of career development theory, coaching techniques, and best practices in student support.
• Understands the business industries and career pathways in accounting, finance, and related fields.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills for delivering workshops and group programming.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and motivate students to achieve their professional goals.
• Flexible and adaptable in a startup program environment.
• Able to work occasional evenings and weekends for student programming.

Responsibilities

• Provides one-on-one career coaching to business undergraduates focusing on accounting and finance students initially.
• Conducts comprehensive resume and cover letter reviews.
• Facilitates mock interviews and helps students develop strong interviewing skills.
• Administers and interprets career assessments to help students identify strengths, interests, and career goals.
• Guides students through co-op search strategies including employer research, networking, and application processes.
• Regular check-ins (virtual and in-person), problem-solving, and performance coaching.
• Conducts site visits to observe students in co-op settings to strengthen relationships with partners.
• Maintains an active caseload of approximately 75-100 students (adjusting as program scales.)
• Designs and deliver engaging workshops on topics including resume writing, interviewing, networking, professional etiquette, LinkedIn optimization, and career exploration.
• Facilitate group coaching sessions and cohort-based programming for students at various stages of the co-op journey.
• Creates and presents industry-specific career preparation content for accounting, finance, and other business disciplines.
• Coordinates and facilitate employer information sessions, career panels, and networking events.
• Develops educational resources, handouts, and on line content.
• Participates in employer site visits to observe student performance and gather feedback on student preparedness.
• Serves as a liaison between students and employers to address questions, concerns, or issues during co-op placements.
• Collects employer feedback on student performance and use insights to improve coaching strategies.
• Represent the Career Management Center at employer events and industry networking opportunities.
• Maintains accurate records of student interactions, coaching sessions, and outcomes in career services platforms.
• Tracks student progress through co-op preparation milestones and placement outcomes.
• Collects and analyze data on student engagement, satisfaction, and learning outcomes

Benefits

• Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan matching contribution of 8%.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level