Undergraduate Career Advisor

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.

Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range

Pay Range $62,400

Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

Staff Level S4

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Hours

Standard University business hours

8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)

8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type

Job Type Full-time

Unionized Position Code UA

The Whitman School of Management is seeking a dedicated Career Advisor to guide full-time undergraduate business students through every stage of their professional journey.

In this role, you will lead career advising sessions, develop career education programming, and build relationships with employers, faculty, staff, and alumni to create meaningful opportunities for students. The ideal candidate brings experience in coaching, advising, human resources, recruiting, or a related field, along with familiarity with business industries, strong organizational skills, and a genuine enthusiasm for student success.

This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU , Local 200 United.

• Bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of previous career coaching, recruiting, placement, project management, and/or similar experience required.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Experience with the unique needs of business students helpful.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Previous experience in career services advising across a population from different backgrounds is highly desirable, along with previous experience in employer relationship development.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and successfully manage multiple demands and priorities.
• High capacity to meet deadlines, well-developed time management and organizational skills, and discretion in handling confidential information.
• High levels of accountability, follow-through, and relationship management internally and externally are required.
• Passion for helping others and thriving being part of a team are essential.
• Experience in business fields or the ability and intention to deeply learn about the majors and industries are essential.
• Intermediate technology skills required in Excel, Salesforce, database management, and online platforms are required.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends (employer visits, events) and travel for student events, employer relationship development, and conferences required.

• Provide career counseling, advising, and coaching to global, diverse, and discerning full-time undergraduate business student population (e.g., career research, resume and cover letter writing, internship and job search strategy, interview preparation, and networking tips).
• Develop and implement unique career education programming for Whitman undergraduate student population with career center team while…