Career Services Advisor

Porter & Chester InstitHamden, CT
Hybrid

About The Position

Career Services Advisor – Help People Turn Training Into Careers Are you passionate about helping others succeed but looking for a role that feels more meaningful than traditional customer service or sales positions? Do you enjoy coaching, mentoring, and guiding people toward real-world success? This is your opportunity to use your communication skills, empathy, and professional experience to help graduates take the next step — launching and growing their careers. We’re looking for motivated, people-focused professionals, not career counselors. If you know how to connect, support, and motivate — we’ll teach you our career services process.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Strong communication, motivation, and relationship-building skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills in individual situations with both large and small groups
  • Effective presentation skills and strong customer service skills
  • Effective teamwork, interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to provide job search and career development services.
  • Must have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Basic computer proficiency (MS Word/Excel/Outlook, etc.)

Nice To Haves

  • Minimum 2 years of sales or recruiting work experience
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Experience in career services, recruiting, staffing, or workforce development
  • Knowledge of resume writing, interviewing, or job placement strategies

Responsibilities

  • Coach students and graduates on job search strategies, resume development, and interview preparation
  • Provide one-on-one career guidance and ongoing support throughout the job search process
  • Build relationships with local employers and identify job opportunities for graduates
  • Assist with job placement efforts and track employment outcomes
  • Conduct workshops, career readiness sessions, and mock interviews
  • Maintain accurate records of student interactions and employment activity
  • Collaborate with Academic, Admissions, and Financial Aid teams to support student success
  • Participate in training and ongoing professional development

Benefits

  • Supported by Career Services leadership, Academic teams, and employer partners
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