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Pennsylvania State University

Career Services Specialist

🇺🇸 University Park, PA 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $42K - $67K 💻 Career Services 🗓️ February 24th, 2026

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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Career Services Specialist to promote internship and employment opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students in the Agricultural Economics, Sociology, and Education Department. The role involves developing relationships with industry partners and alumni, maintaining internship and career databases, collaborating with faculty and academic advisers, and advising students on career opportunities.

Highlights
  • Develop and administer initiatives to promote internships and employment for AESE students.
  • Collaborate with career-related units at college and university levels.
  • Maintain a database of student internships, employment, and career progression.
  • Build and sustain relationships with industry partners, associations, and alumni to secure opportunities.
  • Engage industry partners through trade shows, conferences, and workshops.
  • Advise AESE undergraduate and graduate students on career and internship opportunities.
  • Coordinate with faculty and academic advisers for consistent student advising.
  • Maintain confidentiality of student records and perform other academic advising duties as assigned.
  • Requires a valid driver’s license and some travel.
  • Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree; no experience required for Professional level, or 1+ year relevant experience for Intermediate Professional level; no certifications required.
  • Salary range: $42,100 to $67,300.
  • Offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

Career Services Specialist Full Description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:


Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. 
 
POSITION SPECIFICS​
The Agricultural Economics, Sociology, and Education (AESE) Department in the College of Agricultural Sciences seeks a Career Services Specialist in career and internship development. This position develops and administers initiatives to promote internship and employment opportunities for AESE undergraduate and graduate students. The specialist will develop and maintain relationships with industry partners and alumni to secure new internship and job opportunities and advise AESE undergraduate and graduate students on internship and employment opportunities.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop and administer initiatives to promote internship and employment opportunities for AESE undergraduate and graduate students, including opportunities in private industry, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies.
  • Collaborate in these initiatives with other career-related units at the College and University levels.
  • Develop and maintain a database of AESE student internships, post-graduation employment, and career progression.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with industry partners, industry associations, and AESE alumni in industry to secure new internships and job opportunities for AESE undergraduate and graduate students.
  • Engage industry partners at trade shows, conferences, workshops, and other events.
  • Collaborate with other industry engagement efforts at the Department, College, and University levels.
  • Advise students in AESE undergraduate and graduate programs on internship and employment opportunities.
  • Collaborate with faculty and professional academic advisers in AESE to ensure quality and consistency in student advising on internship and employment opportunities.
  • Maintain and ensure confidentiality of student records.
  • Other academic advising duties as assigned.
Driver's license required - some travel required.
 
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
If filled as Career Services Specialist - Professional, this position 
requires:Bachelor's DegreeNo prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education.Required Certifications:NoneIf filled as Career Services Specialist - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:None
 
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
 Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
 
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $42,100.00 - $67,300.00.
 
Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
 
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.
 

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