Temporary Career Advisor Trainee

Job Summary

Career Services encourages applications for the Career Advisor Trainee role! This is a temporary position starting in August 2026 - May 2027. The advisor will participate in a 40-hour training at the start of the position to familiarize them with career advising at CU Boulder Career Services. This role will provide career development to individuals and groups. They will work with students on issues such as career planning, identity and self-concept, choosing a major, values and motivation, developing confidence and decision-making skills, exploring strengths, skills and abilities, designing a job search strategy, researching personal interests and lifestyle choices, and learning how to network, interview, write a resume, and conduct informational interviews.

The advisor will primarily work with undergraduate students with the opportunity to work with graduate students and alumni clients as well.

Additionally, temporary career advisors will participate in Facilitating Career Development (FCD), via the NCDA, Instructed by FCD instructor Evan Ferg. This 12 weeklong, 2 hour a week training educates professionals on standard processes to facilitate career development covering 12 important competencies. The training equips participants with essential skills to deliver effective career services.

At the end of the training, trainees will have the opportunity to apply for the CCSP credential, a world recognized career professional training credential offered by the NCDA.

The temporary career advisor is a member of and will work closely with the Career Education Team and will have opportunities to develop innovative programming and co-facilitate workshops that assist students in their career development and job search process. The advisor will also interact with the entire Career Services' staff throughout their experience.