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Staff - Full-time - Career and Internship Advisor

Georgia Southern University
United States, Georgia, Statesboro
Mar 23, 2026
Staff - Full-time - Career and Internship Advisor Job ID: 295135 Location: EGSC Recruiting Location Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular About Us East Georgia State College provides more than 1,700 students access to affordable, quality higher education. Students can pursue associate degrees, career-focused bachelor's degrees, and transfer pathways to other institutions. The main campus in Swainsboro offers a tight-knit community with residential options. The beautiful 400-acre pine forest campus has two small lakes, a challenging 18-hole disc golf course, and an active apiary, and is one of only 115 Bee Campuses across the nation. EGSC also operates instructional sites in Statesboro and Augusta that allow students to benefit from the small class sizes and affordability of EGSC while experiencing the vibrant student life of the large universities with which the College shares space. East Georgia State College (EGSC) prepares traditional and nontraditional students to meet the career demands of the twenty-first century. Through undergoing the rigorous learning process that EGSC provides, students gain the wisdom they need as leaders, parents, and community members. To sustain our students, goals to thrive in a competitive workforce, EGSC promotes academic excellence through fostering critical thinking skills, nurturing cultural awareness and upholding academic honesty. Maintaining academic honesty protects the value of EGSC's degrees and ensures that our students and graduates are desirable candidates for university transfers and career advancement. Thus, all members of EGSC's community (students, staff and faculty) should have a personal interest in and dedication to fortifying EGSC's reputation for academic integrity and excellence. Location Swainsboro, GA Department Information Career and Professional Development Job Summary Provide guidance and advice for students on the development of career competencies and preparation related to experiential learning, job search process, graduate school planning, and other career-related concerns. Responsibilities Assist in the career development process of students through one-on-one meetings to interpret career assessments; review professional correspondence documents such as resumes, cover letters, and personal statements; conduct mock interviews, and create individualized strategies for internship, co-op, job search, and graduate school processes. Guide and coach students in assigned academic colleges or campuses to create and implement individualized career development plans in alignment with the Ready Day One Career Plan and Ready Day 1 Connect Develop partnerships and communicate with faculty and staff associated with student success in assigned college(s)/campus(s) to increase student engagement in professional development activities including career related events and utilization of departmental services. This may include programming, serving on interdepartmental boards, or assisting with events specific to the assigned population(s). Promote events, services, internships, job postings and other career related information to students through effective marketing strategies. Assist with the implementation of the Ready Day One Connect initiative including but not limited to developing and presenting career-related programs; instruct credit-bearing career development courses upon request Assist in all operations of the Office of Career and Professional Development and with university, division, and department retention and recruitment efforts. Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Bachelor's Degree Required Experience Three (3) or more years of related work experience Preferred Qualifications Additional Preferred Qualifications Knowledgeable of career-related platform software such as Handshake or Symplicity Familiar with career assessments such as MBTI or FOCUS 2 Preferred Educational Qualifications Master's Degree in higher education, counseling, student services, education, psychology or related field Proposed Salary $51,480 This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis. Required Documents to Attach Resume Cover Letter Two (2) Professional References Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers and technology including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position KNOWLEDGE Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success and career readiness SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills Apply Before Date March 30, 2026 Application review may begin on February 20, 2026 Contact Information For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7023076&targetURL= East Georgia State College (EGSC) prepares traditional and nontraditional students to meet the career demands of the twenty-first century. Through undergoing the rigorous learning process that EGSC provides, students gain the wisdom they need as leaders, parents, and community members. To sustain our students, goals to thrive in a competitive workforce, EGSC promotes academic excellence through fostering critical thinking skills, nurturing cultural awareness and upholding academic honesty. Maintaining academic honesty protects the value of EGSC's degrees and ensures that our students and graduates are desirable candidates for university transfers and career advancement. Thus, all members of EGSC's community (students, staff and faculty) should have a personal interest in and dedication to fortifying EGSC's reputation for academic integrity and excellence. Location Swainsboro, GA Department Information Career and Professional Development Job Summary Provide guidance and advice for students on the development of career competencies and preparation related to experiential learning, job search process, graduate school planning, and other career-related concerns. Responsibilities Assist in the career development process of students through one-on-one meetings to interpret career assessments; review professional correspondence documents such as resumes, cover letters, and personal statements; conduct mock interviews, and create individualized strategies for internship, co-op, job search, and graduate school processes. Guide and coach students in assigned academic colleges or campuses to create and implement individualized career development plans in alignment with the Ready Day One Career Plan and Ready Day 1 Connect Develop partnerships and communicate with faculty and staff associated with student success in assigned college(s)/campus(s) to increase student engagement in professional development activities including career related events and utilization of departmental services. This may include programming, serving on interdepartmental boards, or assisting with events specific to the assigned population(s). Promote events, services, internships, job postings and other career related information to students through effective marketing strategies. Assist with the implementation of the Ready Day One Connect initiative including but not limited to developing and presenting career-related programs; instruct credit-bearing career development courses upon request Assist in all operations of the Office of Career and Professional Development and with university, division, and department retention and recruitment efforts. Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Bachelor's Degree Required Experience Three (3) or more years of related work experience Preferred Qualifications Additional Preferred Qualifications Knowledgeable of career-related platform software such as Handshake or Symplicity Familiar with career assessments such as MBTI or FOCUS 2 Preferred Educational Qualifications Master's Degree in higher education, counseling, student services, education, psychology or related field Proposed Salary $51,480 This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis. Required Documents to Attach Resume Cover Letter Two (2) Professional References Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers and technology including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position KNOWLEDGE Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success and career readiness SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills Apply Before Date March 30, 2026 Application review may begin on February 20, 2026 Contact Information For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University. Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Equal Employment Opportunity Individuals who need reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at 478-289-2035. Deaf and Hard of Hearing callers may access our campus phone numbers by utilizing your state relay service (such as the Georgia Relay Service) or by utilizing Video Remote Services. East Georgia State College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Tobacco-free Institution, Federal law requires ID and employment eligibility verification prior to employment. Georgia is an Open Records state. East Georgia State College (EGSC) is an associate and baccalaureate degree granting, residential, liberal arts state college of the University System of Georgia, providing its students access to academically transferable programs of study, collaborative programs in occupation-related fields, and targeted baccalaureate level degrees. East Georgia State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award certificates, associate degrees and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of East Georgia State College. Other Information Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation Work generally performed in an office environment Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours Travel may be required Background Check Standard + Education To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psc/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=72000&JobOpeningId=295135&PostingSeq=1 jeid-e1d2895e2c096b46a75d3a239e0d0fd1