Graduate Career Consultant, Kogod Career Development (Student)

American University • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Career Development in the Kogod School of Business at American University provides career support to undergraduate and graduate business students. Our Grad Career Consultants will support students with resume reviews and help educate classmates on the resources available to them through the office, support us in data and analysis as well as represent the office to students, employers, prospective students, faculty members, and staff, as well as providing important communication regarding events and professionalism to peers. These positions are paid, and hiring preference is given to students who have strong professional experience in addition to experience developing and growing a social media presence.

Requirements

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
• Hiring preference is given to students who have strong professional experience in addition to experience developing and growing a social media presence.
• Sign and comply with a confidentiality agreement to protect student records and sensitive information.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing and growing a social media presence.

Responsibilities

• Meet with graduate students to provide feedback on resumes and make appropriate referrals to resources and coaching.
• Conduct meetings and record information in the Kogod Talent Network.
• Assist students with scheduling appointments with the Career Coaches.
• Develop MBA and master’s specific social media content and post in relevant networks.
• Further Career Development communication with course faculty regarding upcoming events and services by requesting time to make announcements in class.
• Advertise Kogod Talent Network among MBA peers and fellow graduate students.
• Assist in generating and customizing reports about engagement with career development for academic departments.
• Analyze student engagement data, feedback, and outcomes to identify relevant trends and insights.
• Support the collection, cleaning, and organization of student outcomes data.
• Commit to preserving confidential information on students, employers, faculty, and staff while working in Career Development.
• Consulting on career education and programming as needed.
• Manage projects and tasks with Career Development staff members.
• Handling the office's front desk phone and general email account, answering, and directing calls and general emails from employers, students, and prospective students, including answering general questions callers and visitors have about the Career Development and Kogod.
• Providing a high level of customer service to all visitors (students, employers, faculty, and staff).
• Becoming knowledgeable with Kogod Talent Network and providing troubleshooting support for employers and students with technical issues.
• Perform general office administrative duties, such as data entry, faxing, copying, stocking shared space, etc.
• Receive cross-training in front desk operations, event logistics, and social media support.
• Assist with setting up and tearing down events, including lifting up to 25 lbs as needed.
• Attend a mandatory two-day training session in late August (exact dates to be confirmed).
• Sign and comply with a confidentiality agreement to protect student records and sensitive information.

Benefits

• Gain insight into recruiting, employer engagement, and student support services
• Develop valuable transferable skills in advising, customer service, time management, and communication
• Build a professional network of students, faculty, staff, and employers
• Strengthen your resume and grow your confidence as a peer leader

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees