Career Services Specialist
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Job SummaryFacilitate student success and personal transformation by providing tailored career education and access to internship opportunities. This role supports both undergraduate and graduate students in navigating their career paths and engaging in valuable experiences that foster a purpose-driven life. Facilitate student success and personal transformation by providing tailored career education and access to internship opportunities. This role supports both undergraduate and graduate students in navigating their career paths and engaging in valuable experiences that foster a purpose-driven life.Job Responsibilities* Career Planning and Advisement: Guide students in designing and implementing career plans that align with their personal strengths and values, ensuring a foundation for lifelong opportunities and well-being.* Resource Utilization: Assist students in using online tools such as personality assessments and strength finders to discover their passions and explore potential career paths that match their skills, values, and interests.* Internship and Experiential Learning Coordination: Facilitate connections between students and valuable internship and experiential learning opportunities to enhance practical experience.* Partnership Development: Collaborate with faculty, alumni, and employers to develop projects that enhance career opportunities for students at MIU.* Workshop Leadership: Develop and conduct workshops on various career-related topics, including professional communication and networking strategies, interview techniques, entrepreneurship, and appreciative inquiry.* Course Instruction: Periodically update and teach a two-week Career Strategies course, tailoring content to current job market trends and student needs.Job Qualifications* A bachelor's degree is required; a master's degree is preferred.* 3-5 years of experience in career services or a related field within higher education administration is preferred. Alternatively, significant experience in business with proven leadership and problem-solving skills.* A solid understanding of career services best practices, or the ability to research and apply these practices effectively to meet both student needs and departmental objectives.* Strong ability to engage with diverse student populations, exceptional patience, compassion, and effective listening and communication skills.