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Wentworth Institute of Technology

Temporary Co-op & Career Advisor

Wentworth Institute of Technology, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298


Temporary Co-op & Career Advisor

ApplyLocations: Boston, MA, USTime Type: Full timePosted on: Posted 5 Days AgoJob Requisition ID: JR3523Job DescriptionThe Co-ops & Careers Department, within the Academic Affairs Division, has an

IMMEDIATE NEED

for a

Temporary Co-op & Career Advisor

with strengths in career advising/coaching, teaching, recruiting, interpersonal communication, and collaboration.We are seeking applicants interested and available

to work for the next two months through the end of the fall semester in December . This is a non-benefits eligible temporary job that will be paid on an hourly basis, on our normal payroll cycle.Wentworth offers 20+ majors, including construction management, civil engineering, computer science, biomedical engineering, architecture, and industrial design. Cooperative Education is the cornerstone of a Wentworth undergraduate degree. As a graduation requirement, all undergraduate students must complete two co-op semesters to gain hands-on work experience in their industry.The Co-ops & Careers department manages Wentworth’s cooperative education program. Every advisor supports students and alumni in specific majors with career exploration, career decision-making, job search efforts, and transition to the workplace.Job Responsibilities:Provide co-op and career advising/coaching to current students and alumni.Provide critical feedback on job search application materials, interview skills, and networking skills.Maintain accurate student records using Excel and Symplicity.Monitor student and employer co-op experiences and review employer and student evaluations for grading purposes.Provide advice and guidance on employment situations and mediate challenges.Develop and maintain employer relationships.Build knowledge of industry and job market trends.Develop and teach professional development curriculum and workshops.Collaborate with the Co-ops & Careers department to provide planning and support for signature events.Establish rapport with faculty and be a strong campus partner and collaborator.Attend school, program, and departmental meetings as directed or invited.Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degreeAt least one year of related experiencePreferred Requirements:Master's degreeInclusive Excellence at WentworthWentworth Institute of Technology is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all University programs and activities. The University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other category protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, please visit the website

https://wit.edu/about/diversity .All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu.E-Verify for Employment Eligibility Verification

( Form I-9)Wentworth participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from your Form I-9 to records available to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

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