What are the responsibilities and job description for the MBA Peer Consultant- Kogod Career Development (Student) position at American University - Washington, D.C?
Description
Summary : Career Development in the Kogod School of Business at American University provides career support to undergraduate and graduate business students. MBA Consultants are pivotal in representing the office to students, employers, prospective students, faculty members, and staff, as well as providing important communication regarding events and professionalism to peers. MBA Consultants will support students with resume and cover letter reviews and help educate classmates on the resources available to them through our office. These positions are paid, and hiring preference is given to students who have strong professional experience in addition to experience developing and growing a social media presence. Be at the heart of career support, and interact with students, staff, faculty, and employers. Develop valuable professional and communication skills. Become a master of networking and build your professional network. Responsibilities : 1.) Student Appointments
Meet with master’s and MBA students during scheduled appointments and drop-in hours to provide feedback on resumes, cover letters, and other career-related documents, etc.
Conduct student appointments, and drop-in hours and record information in the Kogod Talent Network.
Assist students with scheduling appointments with the Career Coaches and Peer Consultants
2.) Peer-to-Peer Communication
Develop MBA and master’s specific social media content and post in relevant networks.
Further Career Development communication with course faculty regarding upcoming events and services by requesting time to make announcements in class.
Advertise Kogod Talent Network among MBA peers and to fellow graduate students.
3.) Confidentiality
Commit to preserving confidential information on students, employers, faculty, and staff while working in Career Development
4.) Other duties
Handling the office's front desk phone and general email account, answering, and directing calls and general emails from employers, students, and prospective students, including answering general questions callers and visitors have about the Office of Career Engagement and Kogod.
Providing a high level of customer service to all visitors (students, employers, faculty, and staff).
Becoming knowledgeable with Kogod Talent Network and providing troubleshooting support for employers and students with technical issues.
Perform general office administrative duties, such as data entry, faxing, copying, stocking shared space, etc.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work :
5 hours per week (with occasional evenings and weekends if needed).
Position Start : January 2025 (Winter / Spring) and August 26th 2025 (Fall)
Salary Range : 18.50 per hour.
Required Education and Experience :
First-year and second-year MBA students.
Strong interpersonal communication skills to include being professionally savvy and navigating employment conversations.
Exceptional written communication skills including editing / reviewing documents and providing feedback to peers.
Applicants should possess a strong interest in developing knowledge of career-related topics.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Initiative and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Maturity and an elevated level of professionalism, especially as it relates to peer feedback, social media campaigns, and interacting with employers, faculty, and staff.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products.
Preferred Education and Experience :
Project management experience a plus.
Additional Information :
Applicants are strongly encouraged to attach a resume and cover letter to their applications.
Other Details
This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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