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Fairfield University The Career and Internship Counselor, Bellarmine Campus in United States
Job Description:
Location: Bellarmine Campus, Bridgeport, CT
Reports to: Assistant Dean for Student Success
Job Summary:
The Career and Internship Counselor is responsible for providing guidance and support to students seeking internships, co-ops, and other career placement opportunities. The counselor will work with students to identify their career goals and help them find internships and career placements that align with those goals. The counselor will work with employers to establish partnerships and develop internship and career opportunities for students. The counselor will also provide workshops and presentations on a variety of career-related topics, and will collaborate with other departments and organizations to support student success.
Key Responsibilities:
Advise and support students as they explore meaningful career options (either after their associate degree or bachelor's degree) and identify internship opportunities
Develop and maintain relationships with employers to establish internship and career opportunities for students
Assist students in job and internship application and selection process, including resume and cover letter review, interview preparation, and offer negotiation
Assist students in developing their resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profile
Collaborate with faculty and staff to integrate experiential learning opportunities into academic programs
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student internship placements and outcomes
Attend job fairs, employer information sessions, and other recruitment events to promote internship opportunities to students
Participate in the development and implementation of career development programming for students
Provide one-on-one career counseling and coaching to students, helping them to identify their strengths, career goals, and job search strategies
Collaborate with faculty and staff on credit-bearing internships
Working with the Assistant Dean for Student Success on other student support services
Other duties assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field (Master's Preferred)
3-5 years of experience in career counseling, student affairs, or a related field
Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with career development software
Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, including FERPA and non-discrimination laws
Understanding and appreciation of the Jesuit mission and values within higher education.
This job description is intended to convey the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Category:
Academic - Admin
Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
*Disclaimer
The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
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