The University of Chicago is seeking an Assistant Director, Career Advancement to provide career advising for undergraduates, plan student career programs, and work with employers to create internship and job opportunities for students. About The Department Career Advancement serves a student population of approximately 7,000 arts and sciences undergraduate students, in addition to alumni who have graduated within the last five years. Career Advancement plays a vital role in ensuring our students’ success after graduation. Job Summary The Assistant Director, Career Advancement will provide career advising for undergraduates, plan student career programs, and work with employers to create internship and job opportunities for students. This staff member will support students with a wide range of career interests and provide personalized advising to help students explore career paths, prepare job applications, and find networking contacts. Responsibilities

Utilizes prior professional experience to thoughtfully design programming that supports the professional development of students pursuing careers in the sciences. Facilitates cohort-based programs supporting students interested in specific career fields across a wide variety of majors and backgrounds. Assists with managing workshops and experiential programs. Utilizes first-hand knowledge and skills gained from recent industry experience to successfully counsel and advise students interested in careers in the sciences. Manages and executes student-employer and student-alumni engagement opportunities. Maintains efficient methods of tracking student data, quantifying student engagement, and reporting on student outcomes. Assists students with professional resumes/cover letters, interview preparation, graduate school applications, general career guidance, and industry exploration discussions. Develops and maintains relationships with campus partners and registered student organizations (RSOs). Advises and counsels students concerning employment opportunities and careers by acting as a liaison between students and prospective employers. Conducts mock interviews, reviews resumes and cover letters, and coordinates other interview related programming in both individual and group settings. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field and 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Preferred Qualifications

Academic degree(s) in a STEM field. Prior experience working in higher education, recruiting, or a STEM-related field. Background working with college-aged students and/or recent college graduates. Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Proficiency with tools commonly used in innovation, such as data analysis tools and other industry-relevant technical skills. Working Conditions

Work evenings, occasional additional weeknight and weekend days. Travel two to three times per year. The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.

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