Career and Internship Advisor

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!
Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA OR Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Career  & Professional Development

Provide guidance and advice for students on the development of career competencies and preparation related to experiential learning, job search process, graduate school planning, and other career-related concerns.

• Assist in the career development process of students through one on one meetings to interpret career assessments; review professional correspondence documents such as résumés, cover letters, and personal statements; conduct mock interviews, and create individualized strategies for internship, co-op, job search, and graduate school processes.  
• Guide and coach students in assigned academic colleges or campuses to create and implement individualized career development plans in alignment with the Ready Day One Career Plan. 
• Develop partnerships and communicate with faculty and staff associated with student success in assigned college(s)/campus(s) to increase student engagement in professional development activities including career related events and utilization of departmental services. This may include programming, serving on interdepartmental boards, or assisting with events specific to the assigned population(s)
• Promote events, services, internships, job postings and other career related information to students through effective marketing strategies.  
• Assist with the implementation of the Ready Day One Program including but not limited to developing and presenting career-related programs; instruct credit-bearing career development courses upon request  
• Assist in all operations of the Office of Career and Professional Development and with university, division, and department retention and recruitment efforts.  

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

• Three (3) or more years of related work experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledgeable of career-related platform software such as Handshake or Symplicity
• Familiar with career assessments such as MBTI or FOCUS 2

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Master's Degree in higher education, counseling, student services, education, psychology or related field

$19.75 - $23.79 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References 

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with leadership, faculty, staff and external stakeholders/constituencies  
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality/exercise discretion in all aspects of work  
• Ability to make independent judgement and communicate critical decisions  
• Ability to make independent judgement/decisions; resolve routine to complex matters  
• Ability to manage complex and multiple tasks  
• Ability to present complex or technical information in an understandable manner to general population  
• Ability to write reports containing technical information  

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Knowledge of CRM computing/database 
• Understanding of principles and procedures for database records maintenance  

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Prioritization skills  
• Skilled in website technology applications  
• Strong problem identification and solution skills  

April 3, 2024

Application review may begin on March 26, 2024.

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at [email protected] .

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or [email protected] .

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Work generally performed in office environment
• Workweek may often extend beyond 40 hours to evenings and weekends
• Occasional travel may be required
• May be required to drive University vehicles

• Standard + Education