LLM & International Student Career Advisor/Counselor

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Department:

Washington College of Law

Time Type:

Full time

Work Modality:

Hybrid 01 (On Campus 3-4 Days/Week)

Union:

SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit represented by SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division. That means the terms and conditions of your employment are governed by university policy (including the Staff Personnel Policies Manual) and any collective bargaining agreement entered into between American University and SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division.

Job Description:

Summary:

The LLM & International Student Career Advisor/Counselor provides individualized and group law student advising, identifies and develops resources for students and alumni, and designs and presents educational programs and events. The LLM & International Student Career Advisor is specifically responsible for career counseling of all international students and LLM alumni, including employer outreach and programming. Within the Office of Career & Professional Development, this person will be the main liaison with ISSS for all visa-related issues in collaboration with other relevant WCL offices.

The position will coordinate closely with the faculty and administrators of the domestic and international LL.M. and S.J.D. programs. This person will also work closely with WCL programs, institutes, student groups, and other internal and external organizations and associations as needed.  The LLM & International Student Advisor may also develop additional specialties as needed, such as sector- or practice area-specific expertise. The LLM & International Student Career Advisor will work closely with a team that includes counselors, recruiting professionals, and administrative employees. This is a union-eligible position.   

*Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a brief (5 pages or less) professional writing sample. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, as we are seeking to fill the position as soon as possible.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1.) Career Advising

• Advise law students on all aspects of career planning and job search methods, including self-assessment, resumes, cover letters, interviewing, and networking to aid students in their job searches and career development.

• This position must be able to assist students with a variety of career interests including those in the public and private sectors, and is expected to combine a broad understanding of career counseling techniques with specific knowledge of legal market trends.

• This position will also support and advise non-citizen students on job search strategies, including finding OPT positions.

2.) Programming

• Develop and facilitate job search skill development workshops and other educational programs and initiatives.

• Identify content areas and coordinate seminars, panel discussions and other resources that meet the needs of LLM and graduate students interested in a broad range of employment sectors and practice areas.

• Support graduate student opportunities at internal and external recruiting programs.

• Manage LLM student mentoring program.

3.) Industry Analysis and Engagement

• Analyze legal trends and develop employer networks based on student and office needs.

• Use employer contacts to gather information about job and hiring trends and inquire about internship and employment possi