Student Employment : Career Development Graduate Assistant - Data & Assessment - Fall 26

Quinnipiac University•Hamden, CT

37d•Onsite

About The Position

This Graduate Assistant position within the Office of Career Development & Experiential Learning focuses on two main areas: Data & Assessment and Career-Oriented Advising, with additional support for Career Lab Operations. The role involves supporting data-informed decision-making through assessment, reporting, and analysis to measure student engagement, career readiness, and post-graduation outcomes. It also includes supporting undergraduate students and alumni in developing career readiness skills through advising and coaching, and contributing to the daily operations of the Career & Experiential Learning Lab.

Requirements

Current enrollment in a graduate degree program at Quinnipiac University.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with students, alumni, faculty, staff, and employers.
Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and responsibly handle sensitive student information.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with data collection, assessment, program evaluation, research, or analytics.
Experience creating reports, dashboards, presentations, or data visualizations using tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Qualtrics, or similar platforms.
Knowledge of career readiness competencies, experiential learning, student success initiatives, or career development theory.
Demonstrated ability to analyze information, identify trends, and make recommendations for program improvement.

Responsibilities

Supporting the collection, organization, validation, and analysis of student engagement and career outcomes data
Assisting with administration and tracking of the First Destination Survey and other career outcomes assessment initiatives
Developing reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to communicate key performance indicators and program outcomes
Monitoring student participation trends across career programs, workshops, events, appointments, and experiential learning opportunities
Assisting with data entry, auditing, and quality assurance to ensure accuracy across departmental systems and records
Conducting benchmarking and research on career services assessment practices and national standards
Collaborating with staff to identify opportunities for program improvement based on assessment findings
Supporting the preparation of presentations, annual reports, and accreditation-related documentation
Analyzing survey results and feedback data to assess student satisfaction, learning outcomes, and program effectiveness
Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to university policies regarding student data and records
Reviewing and providing feedback on résumés, cover letters, and other application materials
Assisting students with job and internship search strategies
Conducting mock interviews and providing feedback on interview performance
Teaching networking strategies and professional communication practices
Guiding students in identifying experiential learning opportunities aligned with their career goals
Supporting drop-in advising hours and scheduled appointments
Greeting and assisting walk-in visitors in a welcoming and professional manner
Responding to student and alumni inquiries via email, phone, or in-person
Supporting the coordination and execution of career workshops, employer visits, career fairs, and campus events
Maintaining an organized and student-friendly workspace within the Career Lab
Assisting with resource development and career education materials
Supporting data collection initiatives such as the First Destination Survey or program assessment efforts
Collaborating with campus partners to support student engagement initiatives