It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive university that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.
About the Position:
The College of Business and Economics is committed to leading business education through the guiding principles of program quality, balancing theory, and practice, and expanding our outreach and visibility. We create positive change by leveraging the curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and diversity of our students. We inspire our students and other partners to transform the workforce through innovative, impactful instruction and research. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Internship Advisor (Student Services Professional III). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.
Under general supervision of the Director of Business Career Services, the Internship Advisor provides internship support using a combination of career and academic advising techniques for students in the College of Business and Economics. Provides career advising services including career exploration, resume and cover letter development, job search, interviewing, etc. to help prepare business students to obtain meaningful opportunities in their chosen field. Assists students in navigating the internship registration process, providing guidance for enrollment, permits, and other requirements, ensuring comprehensive support throughout the entire process. Addresses employer and community partner inquiries regarding business internship programs and posting options. Coordinates with the CBE academic departments, Center for Internships and Community Engagement (CICE), International Student Services (ISS), employers and community partners, students, and other campus departments on academic credit internships to facilitate a seamless process. Collaborates with CICE and CBE faculty to assess the suitability of internships for academic credit. Develops and coordinates both student and faculty workshops to support student participation in both academic and non-academic internships. Responsible for the development of internship resource materials and assisting students with forms for academic credit. Conducts routine follow-up and tracks student internships. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the undergraduate business curriculum in relation to internships and practicum requirement, advising students on such requirements. Coordinates and participates in special programs, student success initiatives, and workshops such as new student orientations / seminars.
Will perform moderately complex professional student services work; assignments will require the application of both knowledge and judgment using the principles, techniques, standards, guides and professional skills characteristic of a particular student services program or activity. Will be expected to use judgment within the area of student services work to revise existing procedures, recommend solutions to problems for which precedents may not exist, and minimize risk for the university. Program planning, interviewing, and counseling, recommending solutions, and acting as a spokesperson within the areas of internship and academic advising are required. Other duties as assigned.