Montclair State University
Career and Internship Advisor
Montclair State University, Montclair, New Jersey, United States, 07042
Career And Internship Advisor
Reporting to the Director of Career Development, the Career and Internship Advisor oversees the management of students' career readiness needs. The CCHL Career and Internship Advisor administers all aspects of undergraduate and graduate academic internship programs and interacts at a high level with departments, students, staff and external constituents. The Career and Internship Advisor advises undergraduate and graduate students in the College for Community Health on a wide range of career development proficiencies including career exploration, self-assessment, decision-making, and job search strategies. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Meet with and advise students through the internship process from exploration through enrollment ensuring all fieldwork prerequisites are met. Provide individual career advising, group presentations/workshops (co-op, resumes, interviewing techniques, etc.) and job search support to CCHL students in their search for permanent positions, co-op, and internship opportunities. Inform students of the different internship opportunities in their field of study. Educate students on the internship process through workshops, classroom presentations, as well as individual advising appointments. Support CCHL students in career exploration and job search strategies in their effort to secure on-campus or part-time jobs, and post-graduate opportunities. Assist students to identify and utilize available career and university resources on career exploration, job search techniques, and internships/co-op opportunities. Maintain an up-to-date internship database and student fieldwork records. Track procedural and documentation requirements for students enrolled in an academic internship. Regularly schedule meetings with departments and faculty to remain up-to-date on internship course requirements. Maintain and/or modify appropriate forms and paperwork that students and internship site supervisors must complete. Consult on any student internship issues or problems in collaboration with department chair, faculty, and staff, and with the CCHL Director of Career Services. Maintain communication with sites, including the review of internship descriptions so the experience complies with department standards. Develop and maintain relationships with employers, alumni and other stakeholders to identify and develop internship and job positions on a continuous basis; includes periodic site visits. Develop, update, and maintain affiliation agreements with sites as needed. Collaborate with departments to update and maintain internship site and supervisor requirement documentation as needed. Develop and maintain a strong knowledge of career development and internship best practices. Collaborate with the CCHL Director of Career Services on developing programming and career events to benefit students on such skills as resume writing, interview techniques, professionalism, and internship fairs. Work collaboratively with the university central career services on all university wide initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned. Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time. Qualifications: Required: Master's degree from an accredited university in a health/human services discipline or related field. Minimum three years of professional experience in career services, employer relations, student/academic affairs, or related field. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse faculty and staff, promote the education of students from diverse backgrounds, and who are committed to equity and justice issues in socially, culturally, and economically diverse communities and antiracism in the fields of community health. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to maintain essential, confidential records and files. Preferred: Internship experience in a higher education environment. Experience with: Ellucian Banner Student and Handshake. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint), and the Google platform (Docs, Sheets, Drive). Strong presentation skills and an ability to work with and communicate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and skills. Procedure for Candidacy: Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions. Salary Range: $73,899.90-$77,593.35 Annually The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/. Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer. Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions. Department: CCHL/Career Services Position Type: Professional - Non-Faculty Contact Information: For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2) , or email talent@montclair.edu. Inclusion Statement: Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all. EEO/AA Statement: Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity. Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy: Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/.
Reporting to the Director of Career Development, the Career and Internship Advisor oversees the management of students' career readiness needs. The CCHL Career and Internship Advisor administers all aspects of undergraduate and graduate academic internship programs and interacts at a high level with departments, students, staff and external constituents. The Career and Internship Advisor advises undergraduate and graduate students in the College for Community Health on a wide range of career development proficiencies including career exploration, self-assessment, decision-making, and job search strategies. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Meet with and advise students through the internship process from exploration through enrollment ensuring all fieldwork prerequisites are met. Provide individual career advising, group presentations/workshops (co-op, resumes, interviewing techniques, etc.) and job search support to CCHL students in their search for permanent positions, co-op, and internship opportunities. Inform students of the different internship opportunities in their field of study. Educate students on the internship process through workshops, classroom presentations, as well as individual advising appointments. Support CCHL students in career exploration and job search strategies in their effort to secure on-campus or part-time jobs, and post-graduate opportunities. Assist students to identify and utilize available career and university resources on career exploration, job search techniques, and internships/co-op opportunities. Maintain an up-to-date internship database and student fieldwork records. Track procedural and documentation requirements for students enrolled in an academic internship. Regularly schedule meetings with departments and faculty to remain up-to-date on internship course requirements. Maintain and/or modify appropriate forms and paperwork that students and internship site supervisors must complete. Consult on any student internship issues or problems in collaboration with department chair, faculty, and staff, and with the CCHL Director of Career Services. Maintain communication with sites, including the review of internship descriptions so the experience complies with department standards. Develop and maintain relationships with employers, alumni and other stakeholders to identify and develop internship and job positions on a continuous basis; includes periodic site visits. Develop, update, and maintain affiliation agreements with sites as needed. Collaborate with departments to update and maintain internship site and supervisor requirement documentation as needed. Develop and maintain a strong knowledge of career development and internship best practices. Collaborate with the CCHL Director of Career Services on developing programming and career events to benefit students on such skills as resume writing, interview techniques, professionalism, and internship fairs. Work collaboratively with the university central career services on all university wide initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned. Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time. Qualifications: Required: Master's degree from an accredited university in a health/human services discipline or related field. Minimum three years of professional experience in career services, employer relations, student/academic affairs, or related field. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse faculty and staff, promote the education of students from diverse backgrounds, and who are committed to equity and justice issues in socially, culturally, and economically diverse communities and antiracism in the fields of community health. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to maintain essential, confidential records and files. Preferred: Internship experience in a higher education environment. Experience with: Ellucian Banner Student and Handshake. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint), and the Google platform (Docs, Sheets, Drive). Strong presentation skills and an ability to work with and communicate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and skills. Procedure for Candidacy: Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions. Salary Range: $73,899.90-$77,593.35 Annually The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/. Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer. Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions. Department: CCHL/Career Services Position Type: Professional - Non-Faculty Contact Information: For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2) , or email talent@montclair.edu. Inclusion Statement: Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all. EEO/AA Statement: Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity. Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy: Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/.