Job Description

Overview: The Career Services Student Intern will play a pivotal role in enhancing the offerings and reach of the Career Services Office. This role provides an excellent opportunity for a student to gain hands-on experience in career development, marketing, and data analysis while contributing to the success of their peers.

Key Responsibilities:

Enhance Handshake Utilization:

• Improve the use of the Handshake Job Search program available through career services.
• Develop and implement strategies to promote the software among current students and alumni.
• Provide training sessions and create user-friendly guides to maximize the platform's benefits.

Data Management:

• Create and edit spreadsheets and databases, converting obsolete formats into more functional and efficient formats.
• Ensure all data is up-to-date, accurate, and easily accessible for career services staff.

Marketing and Promotion:

• Design and create engaging promotional material for the Career Services Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Handshake, and Instagram pages.
• Develop content calendars and campaigns to increase awareness and participation in career services events and initiatives.

Collaboration and Outreach:

• Work closely with the director and other departments to promote career services initiatives and events across campus and within the community.
• Assist in the planning and execution of collaborative events that enhance student career development.

Industry and Market Research:

• Conduct research on industry trends, job market demands, and career development best practices.
• Share findings with the career services team to inform program development and service improvement.

Student Perspective and Resource Development:

• Research and provide advice and new resources to the career services director and coordinator from a student’s perspective.
• Identify and recommend tools and resources that would be beneficial to the student body.

Survey Administration and Analysis:

• Conduct surveys of the current student body and graduates to gather data on first destination or employment success outcomes.
• Analyze survey results and provide insights to inform career services strategies and programs.

Support and Administrative Tasks:

• Perform support tasks as needed to ensure the smooth operation and improvement of services offered through the career services department.
• Assist in the preparation and organization of career development workshops and events.

Technical Proficiency:

• Utilize Microsoft 365 Office Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud Suite to complete tasks efficiently.
• Continuously improve technical skills to support career services functions.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled student in good academic standing.
• Strong interest in career development and student services.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Office Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Creativity and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Learning Opportunities:

• Gain hands-on experience in career services operations.
• Develop skills in data management, marketing, and event planning.
• Learn about industry trends and career development best practices.
• Enhance collaboration and communication skills through cross-departmental projects.

Supervision: The student intern will be supervised by the Career Services Director and will work closely with the Career Services Coordinator and other departmental staff.