Job Details

Temporary Career Advisor Trainee

Position Number: 6710086
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Career Counseling and Placement

Temporary Career Advisor Trainee

Requisition Number: 68505
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Temporary Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 13-Nov-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Career Services department encourages applications for the Temporary Career Advisor Trainee position! 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. The Temporary Career Advisor 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 and have 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, Taught 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 crucial skills to deliver effective career services to individuals and groups.

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.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Career Services at CU Boulder plays a crucial role in the success of our students and alumni. As part of the Student Life division, we provide personalized career advising, helping individuals understand how their skills can meet the needs of the world as well as how to effectively articulate their strengths to potential employers. We work closely with the CU Boulder Alumni Association to meet the lifelong career development needs of CU Boulder alumni.

We firmly believe that our strength and creativity stem from the diversity of our community. We acknowledge and celebrate the myriad of identities and backgrounds that each member brings to our campus - including but not limited to: race, ethnicity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, religion, socioeconomic status, veteran status, citizenship status, and more. Understanding that these identities do not exist in isolation but intersect in complex ways, we are committed to fostering collaborative environment where every individual feels seen, valued, and empowered.

We acknowledge the existence and impact of systemic barriers-like biases and power structures- that can influence career paths and professional development, and we are dedicated to helping navigate these challenges. To achieve this, we strive to understand and help navigate systemic barriers through targeted programs, comprehensive support services, and equitable career development opportunities. We pledge to cultivate a culture where differences are not only accepted but are recognized as a source of strength and enrichment for our entire community.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Career Development Advising:

Provide career advising for students and/or alumni in a combination of scheduled appointments, drop-in sessions, document reviews, email correspondence, and follow-up tasks.
Maintain contact logs and notes from career advising appointments.
Facilitate engaging presentations in a variety of modalities both in-person and virtual.
Develop professional skills and knowledge, and stay up to date with relevant literature, trends, and standard methodologies.

Career Education Training:

Participate in weekly supervision and review recorded client sessions to ensure ethical and effective advising.
Participate in weekly Facilitating Career Development (FCD) training to enhance knowledge and skills in career advising. Training topics include resume writing, internship and job search strategies, interviewing techniques, and career development theories.
Attend weekly staff and team meetings to further develop knowledge and build connections with key staff.

Additional Duties:

Participate with Career Services' staff on various special events and programming.

What You Should Know

This is a temporary, part-time role that will work 25 hours per week. This role follows a hybrid schedule, requiring two onsite days per week, with Tuesdays designated as one of the in-office days. Business hours are Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm, with occasional evenings and weekends. We anticipate this assignment to last through the academic school year.

What We Can Offer

The hourly rate for this position is $21.00 per hour.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

Be Statements

Be challenged. Be unique. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

What You Will Need

Experience working with diverse populations and student body.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to establish rapport and guide students through the career development process.
Interest in working with undergraduate students, as well as graduate students, nontraditional students, and alumni.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to establish relationships and guide students through the career development counseling process, effectively communicate to internal and external groups, and proven presentation skills.
Ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously while working collaboratively and individually.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by November 13, 2025 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Temporary-Career-Advisor-Trainee/68505