Smith Career Center Career Peer Advisor- Spring 2026

Job Description

Career Peer Advisor Internship Application - Spring 2026 (with the potential to continue until you graduate)

The Smith Career Center is seeking TWO Career Peer Advisors for the following colleges: Business and Engineering. All majors will be considered, but we prefer candidates from the college(s) we are hiring for. 

Purpose of the Career Peer Advisor Program:
To support  the Smith Career Center (SCC) staff with student and employer outreach while assisting students with career development practices (i.e., resume building, job search strategies, etc.)

Personal Benefits:

• Gain experiential learning beneficial to your education and future career

• Develop professional, leadership, teaching, communication, marketing, presentation and event planning skills

• Acquire professional career-planning knowledge

• Collaborate with staff to implement college-specific initiatives

• Network with major employers of Bradley University students

• Create and confidently deliver engaging presentations

Required Qualifications by Spring 2026:

• Bradley University undergraduate with at least 30 credit hours by January 2026

• Enrolled full-time with a minimum GPA of 3.0

• Able to work in this position for at least 2 consecutive semesters; 4+ semesters preferred

• Uphold confidentiality and integrity regarding student records/client information

• Register to drive Bradley vans once completing 60 credit hours (can do upon hire)

• Required to register this experience with the Smith Career Center/ELTag course

• Able to lift 50+ pounds, set up events across campus, and a flexible schedule to assist with programming

Desired Knowledge, Qualities, and Skills:

• Relevant experience demonstrating ability to advise and support students and team members

• Be able to consult with students one-on-one during weekly drop-in hours

• Prior experience with event planning, presenting, and administrative duties

• Motivated, able to work independently and creatively seek solutions as part of a team

• Strong interpersonal, active listening, and communication skills

• Proficient in basic computer systems; ability to learn specialized software

• Professional, prompt, and reliable; committed to the internship and SCC mission

• Positive attitude and desire to help others; respectful and tactful with good team spirit

Time Commitment:

• Work a minimum of 6-8 hours per week in the office (8am-5pm); occasional required evening and weekend hours
  *Hours subject to SCC needs and university requests*

  • 4+ hours weekly: Drop-In Hours

  • 1 hour weekly: SCC meetings

  • 1-2 hours weekly: Preparation time, presentations, outreach events 

  • Additional hours as needed when presentations or other events arise

• You must be available for training projected to be scheduled for January 2026.

Compensation: $11.00 per hour

If you have difficulties with the application, email careerpeeradvisors@bradley.edu or call (309) 677-2510.  

Completed applications consist of the following:

1. Cover Letter

2. Resume

3. A document with the answers to the following:

   1. What is your:

      • name

      • cell phone number

      • email

      • Major/college enrolled in and any minors/concentrations

      • Expected graduation date

      • Overall GPA

   2. Do you qualify for federal work study?

   3. How have you utilized the Smith Career Center in the past? What was your experience like?

   4. Why are you interested in working for the Smith Career Center?

   5. *If you feel you may not meet each of the requirements above, please briefly explain

Although not required, we highly recommend meeting with your Career Advisor prior to submitting your application to review your resume, cover letter, and other application materials.  You can make an appointment by going to http://www.bradley.edu/offices/student/scc/staff/youcanbookme.dot

Please also consider utilizing these resources to craft your materials:

Resume
Cover Letter
Essential Skills
Action Verbs

Thank you for your interest in employment at Bradley University.  Some undergraduate students (with limited family resources as determined by the results of the FAFSA) qualify for Work Study funds to help offset costs of college.  This is a federally-funded opportunity to earn "spending money" through part-time, on-campus employment. Eligibility for work-study does not guarantee you will find a campus job. Contact Financial Services for more information or to see if you qualify at 309-677-3089 or bufinaid@bradley.edu