Job Description

Department:

Career Advising

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Employee Type:

Job Summary:

OVERVIEW

The advisor will participate in a comprehensive student advising model focused on the integration of global, curricular, and co-curricular experiences. As a member of the advising team, the successful candidate will specialize in preparing students for careers in international politics, government, and consulting. A key element of the role is to develop and sustain relationships with Colby’s global network of alumni, parents, and employers for the purpose of fostering national and international mentorship opportunities and securing access to top-tier, internships and entry-level roles that are well suited to Colby’s student body – both nationally and internationally. Although the position includes responsibility for connections between Colby students and organizations and individuals both within the U.S. and abroad, the focus of the role is on fostering internationally- and globally-focused opportunities for Colby’s students – across both its “Global Connections” and “Advising” areas of responsibility.

DUTIES:

Guide students pursuing careers in international politics, government, and consulting, integrating global and co-curricular experiences to support their professional growth. Key duties include individual and group advising, facilitating workshops, developing, fostering, and utilizing global connections with alumni and employers for the benefit of student programming and opportunities. The position also involves teaching for-credit courses to Colby students, including courses on organizational and business leadership, international studies, and social impact. This role also includes designing experiential programs and strengthening Colby’s international network to ensure students access top-tier opportunities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Advising--International Politics, Government, and Consulting (80%) 

• Serve as the primary advisor to students and alumni interested in areas of international politics, government, and consulting, helping them assess interests, explore opportunities, and refine a plan leading to post-graduate success. Provide guidance on industry-specific and geographically specific approaches to the opportunity-seeking process, including advice on resumes, cover letters and interview technique (including behavioral, technical, and case method) as well as key strategies and considerations appropriate for particular countries and regions of the world.
• Facilitate workshops and manage programs for target populations, including domestic and international industry-focused alumni panels, topical workshops and industry forums. 
• Advocate for underrepresented groups and diversity in international politics, government, and consulting professions and help students take advantage of early identification programs designed to introduce them to these professions.
• Advocate for and advise international students, many of whom are interested in pursuing careers in international politics, government, and consulting, and ensure that they have the research and internship opportunities they need to successfully compete for employment after graduation (often outside the US).
• Build and nurture relationships with academic departments, student groups, and other campus entities to ensure inclusion and access to international business and consulting career preparation and recruiting at Colby.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Global Connections (20%) 

• Develop new relationships, nationally and internationally, to expand Colby’s global network of alumni, parents, and employers. Secure access to appropriate internships and entry-level roles in international politics, government, and consulting. Engage new connections in the development of national and international programming and experiential opportunities, including “Jan-Plan” courses and mentorship. Teach for-credit courses to Colby students, including courses on organizational and business leadership, international studies, and social impact. Collaborate with the Division of College Advancement.
• Ensure that all members of Colby’s global alumni, parent, and employer network receive impeccable customer service in the execution of educational and recruiting events, both on and off campus (information sessions, interviews, job treks, etc.).
• Consult with members of Colby’s global network about campus best practices to help them plan activities that build awareness and maximize turnout of the students they hope to attract, with an emphasis on creating equity and access for all Colby students. Conduct quantitative and qualitative research to evaluate results and pursue continuous improvement.