Training:

PCAs must participate in biannual training in its entirety, which is held every August before the fall semester begins (typically during the 5 business days before the first day of classes), and every January before the spring semester begins (typically within the 3 business days before the first day of classes). PCAs are trained by office staff on the following career development topics (in addition to paraprofessional career coaching techniques): 

• Resume and cover letter editing and development 
• Job and internship searching 
• Professional networking and alumni mentors 
• Interview preparation 
• Graduate school search and application process 
• Using online resources such as Handshake, Alumni Directory, and Career Shift

Job Description:

• Assist fellow undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds with career development related topics on a walk-in basis between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday during the academic year (hours subject to change), when classes are in session. 
• PCAs must commit to 6-12 hours per week in the Career Center; 5-11 hours assisting students during drop-ins and working at the front desk, and 1 hour in weekly Staff/Training Meetings (Thursdays at 12:10pm). 
• Become experienced users of the Career Center’s online resources (ex. Handshake, LinkedIn, CareerShift) and teach students how to use them. 
• Maintain confidential records of student contacts/services provided. 
• Develop and demonstrate a multicultural awareness and contribute to cultivating an inclusive, diverse, and respectful College community 
• Represent the Career Center at campus-wide events such as Job & Internship Fairs, Majors & Minors Fair, and Career Opportunities Week (COW) workshops and info sessions, which may include greeting recruiters, checking students and recruiters in, sharing resources, answering questions, etc. 
• Table for the Career Center to help promote events, services, resources, campaigns, etc. 
• Co-present (with other PCAs or staff) career development workshops for students to classes, clubs, organizations, teams, etc. 
• Promote career events, services, and resources through social media and word of mouth. 
• Maintain the Career Resource Center to include keeping the drop-in spaces clean and neat, and restocking paper materials on the resource kiosk and tables 
• Provide feedback to supervisor regarding Career Center events, services, and resources in relation to student needs. 
• Other career related projects as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills 
• Interest in career development for yourself and others 
• Commitment to support, educate, and empower students from marginalized identity groups 
• Proven work ethic, time management, and attention to detail 
• Ability to present yourself professionally and confidently to students, recruiters, and alumni 
• Public speaking and professional networking skills 
• Ability to learn career-related software programs and internet resources 
• Prior career development training is not required. All majors are welcome to apply. Students from underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to students who are Federal Work Study eligible. Must have sophomore standing by Fall training date. Candidates must be in good academic standing to be considered for this position.

Pay Rate: $15.00

Instructions to Apply:
Interested applicants must apply online at ithaca.edu/jobs and attach a resume and cover letter. Questions about online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at humanresources@ithaca.edu. Screening of applications will begin immediately.

Applications without both a resume and cover letter will not be considered. In your cover letter, please tell us why you want to be a Peer Career Advisor and what qualities and/or skills you can bring to our team.

Applicants who apply by Friday, March 15th, will be given priority consideration. Interviews will be scheduled March 18th - 29th. 

For more information, please contact Sam Elebiary at selebiary@ithaca.edu.

Preference will be given to students with Federal Work Study (FWS) eligibility. For questions, please contact Student Employment at StudentEmployment@ithaca.edu.