Student Employment : iQ Career Development Graduate Assistant- Programming & Events AY 26/27
Quinnipiac University•Hamden, CT
About The Position
The Office of Career Development & Experiential Learning is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Programming & Events. This role involves supporting undergraduate students and alumni in developing career readiness skills, assisting with career lab operations, and contributing to the planning and execution of career-related programming and events. The position requires up to 15 hours per week during the academic year, with availability during daytime hours and potential for some evening or weekend work.
Requirements
- Good interpersonal skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Responsibilities
- Support undergraduate students and alumni in developing career readiness skills through individual advising and coaching.
- Review and provide feedback on résumés, cover letters, and other application materials.
- Assist students with job and internship search strategies.
- Conduct mock interviews and provide feedback on interview performance.
- Teach networking strategies and professional communication practices.
- Guide students in identifying experiential learning opportunities aligned with their career goals.
- Support drop-in advising hours and scheduled appointments.
- Contribute to the daily operations and overall student experience within the Career & Experiential Learning Lab.
- Greet and assist walk-in visitors in a welcoming and professional manner.
- Respond to student and alumni inquiries via email, phone, or in-person.
- Support the coordination and execution of career workshops, employer visits, career fairs, and campus events.
- Maintain an organized and student-friendly workspace within the Career Lab.
- Assist with the development of career resources and educational materials.
- Support data collection initiatives, such as the First Destination Survey and program assessment efforts.
- Collaborate with campus partners to support student engagement initiatives.
- Assist in the planning and execution of workshops, employer programs, and networking events.
- Coordinate event logistics, including scheduling, materials preparation, and communication with campus partners.
- Support the development of presentations related to career readiness topics.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
