Career Coach Graduate Internship Program

• One-on-one and group career counseling/facilitation techniques.
• Facilitating small and large group presentations on topics ranging from major/career exploration, resume/cover letter development, internship/job search, interviewing strategies, networking tips, graduate school prep, and more.
• Supporting diverse student populations to include but not limited to international students, students with disabilities, neurodiverse, and veteran populations.
• Utilizing technical tools and platforms to provide pre-assessments, resume reviews, job/internship strategies, and interview feedback.
• An overview of vocational assessments such as Myers-Briggs (MBTI), Strong Interest Inventory, and CliftonStrengths.
• Guiding students during drop-in hours and scheduled appointments.
• Writing appropriate case notes for drop-in hours and scheduled appointments.
• Integrating career counseling theories, case studies, best practices, and relevant professional development resources.
• Participating in a formal 2-3 weeks of training including shadowing, case studies, and career readiness/development strategies and resources.
• Aligning internship with the National Career Development Association (NCDA), American Counseling Association (ACA), National Association of Student Affairs Administrators (NASPA), and National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).

• Engage in one-hour, weekly one-on-one on-site supervision meetings.
• Engage in ongoing professional development aligned with program objectives.
• Commit to 15-20 hours per week / at least 2 days per week.
• Commit to at least two semesters.

• Be a student currently enrolled in a Higher Education, Student Affairs, and Counseling-based graduate program,
• Have ‘Good Academic Standing’ (meets satisfactory academic progress), and
• The initiative to expand upon counseling theories, knowledge and their applications.

To apply to the Graduate Internship Program - 

1. Complete the online application
2. Answer question prompt (in 200 words minimum)
3. Submit a resume
4. Submit unofficial transcripts

Explore our Resume Writing webpage for resume writing tips and resources.

Candidate(s) selection will be based on:

1. A completed online application
2. Evaluation of submitted resume
3. Assessment of unofficial transcripts to show proof of satisfactory academic progress
4. Determination of qualifications interview

Yes, students are required to upload a resume as part of the application process. We encourage applicants to visit the Career Center's Resume Writing resource page for tips & guides on drafting an impactful resume: https://www.csusb.edu/career-center/career-resources/resumes-cover-letters-cvs. 

Yes, selected candidates will be invited for a qualifications interview. Interviews are expected to take place late July and early August 2025.

First day of internship is expected before Fall 2025 semester begins (week of August 18).

Yes, all selected participants will undergo training to perform effective practices of career and student development competencies, applications, and resources alongside gaining the professional knowledge and experience of the functions and operations of a career center.