Career Advisor and Internship Program Coordinator

DHRM•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Career Advisor and Internship Program Coordinator supports organizational and department objectives by coordinating and implementing an internship program and providing professional support through career advising. The position supports the University's compliance with and fulfillment of SACS accreditation criteria, the VSU Mission and Master/Strategic Plan, and CAS Professional Standards for Student Development/Services. The role provides career advising and programming to students and alumni and guides students through the career development process by helping them identify career opportunities and meaningful professional options.

Requirements

Working knowledge of the career services field, including relevant resources, tools, information, and programs.
Experience in career coaching, advising, or counseling.
Ability to market career services to employers, faculty, staff, parents, and other constituents.
Ability to create, present, and facilitate career-related workshops and assist with resume and cover letter development.
Project management, organization, and time management skills.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Team-oriented and collaborative approach.
Computer proficiency, including strong PC skills and Microsoft Office.
Experience with database management and/or career services software.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and implement an internship program.
Provide career advising and professional support to students and alumni.
Support the University's compliance with SACS accreditation criteria, the VSU Mission and Master/Strategic Plan, and CAS Professional Standards for Student Development/Services.
Help students identify career opportunities and meaningful professional options.
Market VSU Career Services to employers, faculty, staff, parents, and other constituents for internship, employment, and graduate or professional school opportunities.
Create, present, and facilitate career-related workshops.
Assist with resume and cover letter development.

Benefits

Optional Retirement Plan with immediate vesting, portability, and investment choice.
Virginia Retirement System defined-benefit pension with lifetime monthly income.
457 Deferred Compensation Plan.
403(b) plan through TIAA.
Comprehensive medical and dental plans.
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid annual and sick leave.
Paid state and federal holidays.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
Telework opportunities where applicable.