Career Services Advisor

Lincoln Tech

Posted about 6 hours ago

Full Time

South Plainfield, New Jersey

In Person

Smart Summary

The Career Services Advisor provides one-on-one career coaching and job search assistance to students and graduates while building relationships with local employers. They are also responsible for organizing job fairs, conducting workshops, and tracking employment outcomes to ensure successful placement.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Career coaching

Job search assistance

Resume writing

Interviewing

Professional development

Relationship building

Employer networking

Event coordination

Recruiting

Communication

Microsoft Office

Data tracking

Documentation

Goal-oriented

Organization

Job Description

Lincoln Tech in South Plainfield, NJ is looking for a Career Services Advisor to help our students and graduates launch successful careers in their chosen fields. In this role, you'll be the bridge between education and employment—coaching job seekers, building relationships with local employers, and creating opportunities that change lives.

You'll work directly with students and recent graduates to prepare them for the job market, while simultaneously developing a network of employer partners who are actively hiring. This is a relationship-driven role where your success comes from connecting the right people with the right opportunities.

Responsibilities of a Career Services Advisor

  • Provide one-on-one career coaching and job search assistance to students and graduates
  • Delivery of workshops on resume writing, interviewing, and professional development
  • Build and maintain relationships with local employers to identify job opportunities
  • Develop a pipeline of qualified job opportunities aligned with graduate skills and training
  • Coordinate job fairs, employer visits, and on-campus recruiting events
  • Track graduate employment outcomes and maintain contact until successful placement
  • Develop a pipeline of qualified job opportunities aligned with graduate skills and training
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with accreditation standards

Requirements of a Career Services Advisor

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in recruiting, career services, sales, or related field
  • Strong communication skills—comfortable speaking to groups and on the phone
  • Relationship builder who enjoys connecting with people
  • Organized and detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and able to learn new technology platforms
  • Goal-oriented with a track record of meeting performance targets

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference in people's lives by helping them secure meaningful employment. You'll work in a fast-paced environment where your efforts directly impact graduate success and career outcomes.

Full-Time Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Growth Opportunities

About Us

For 80 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, Information Technology.

Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

67-20933 — Career Services Advisor-13005

Lincoln Tech

For more than 100 years, NADC has provided hands-on training programs in fields including Automotive, Diesel & Heavy Equipment Service, Collision Repair & Welding. Our new 127,000 sq. ft. campus is located at 2813 Brick Church Pike in Nashville.

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