Career Advisor Graduate Assistant - Career Development Center

Overview

To be considered for this position, please submit
1) a cover letter;
2) a resume;
3) unofficial transcripts;
4) contact information for three references to darcy.roemhildt.

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE
: 4/19/2026

POSITION

START DATE:

8/16/2026

One-on-One Appointment Facilitation
Provide individual career planning and job and internship search guidance to students and recent alumni of all majors through scheduled and drop-in appointments on topics including:

• Resume, Cover Letter and Linked In profile reviews
• Choosing or Changing Majors
• Part-time Job Search (on-and-off campus)
• Job/Internship Search
• Interview Preparation
• Mock Interview
• Grad School Planning /Personal Statement Review

Quick Stop/Drop-in Facilitation
Provide primary coverage for daily Quick Stop which includes drop-in hours on above topic areas (10–15-minute sessions) and providing feedback on job application materials via e-mail.

Weekly Case Consultation, Training & Supervision
Actively participate in weekly graduate staff case consultation, training, and one-on-one supervision meetings.

Presentations

• Present to student groups (e.g. residence halls, fraternities/sororities, student organizations, entry-level academic classes) on career and job search topics such as:
  
  Note:
  
  occasional evening/weekend presentations will be required.
• Resume and cover letter development
• Interview Tips & Strategies
• Choosing or changing a major
• Linked In and Networking

Career Events
Assist with preparation and implementation of on-and-off-campus career events and job/internship fairs (e.g. Fall Career & Internship Expo).

CDC Office Operations
Assist with basic office functions as requested: representing the CDC Office at outreach events (tabling, etc.), support staff assistance, coverage of front desk, photobooth assistance, Career Resource Library assistance, Handshake job & internship postings, social media communications, etc.

Assigned Individual/Collaborative Special Projects
Assist with special projects as requested by professional and support staff.

Miscellaneous Duties as Assigned

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic technology skills.
• Must be able to work effectively with the various publics with which the CDC regularly interacts (employers, faculty, students, etc.).
• Should be a self-starter who can work well independently and as an enthusiastic member of the CDC team.
• Ability to effectively present information to groups of students.
• Ability to work on-site at the CDC office for 20 hours per week.
• Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
• Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.

• Pursuing a graduate degree in Counseling and Student Personnel, Education, or another related field.
• High interest in and commitment to the field of higher education, student affairs, and/or career development.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

SALARY/STIPEND: Up to $10,000 plus tuition stipends, dependent upon availability of funds, period of appointment, and assignment. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for a tuition waiver.

Minnesota State System policy requires that graduate assistants must reside within the State of Minnesota for the duration of their appointment.

Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found u.edu.

Darcy Roemhildt, Office & Employer Relations Coordinator

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