Position:
Career Advisor
Department:
Career Development
Position Type:
Full-time
Location:
City Campus (Sangen-jaya station)
- Commuting primarily to City Campus with regular travel to Hillside Center (Mizonokuchi station). Primary work location is subject to change based on work volume, contents, and seasonal needs.
- Hybrid-remote flexibility after initial training period available.
Report to:
Associate Director for Career Development
Work Hours:
37.5 hours per week (10:00 to 18:30, Monday to Friday).
Weekend/evening work to attend career events; compensatory time off provided.
Visa Requirement:
Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) is able to sponsor a visa for this position.
Salary & Benefits:
Salary commensurate with experience.
Eleven (11) days paid vacation in the first year, increasing to 20 days after 6 years of employment, plus 5 paid “personal and sick days” each year. In addition, approximately two weeks company-wide break over Christmas/New Year. Japanese social insurance and pension, commuting/telework allowance, a welfare-discount program membership, and retirement payment system.
Overview of Position
The Career Advisor supports career outcomes for graduate students and early-career alumni by connecting them with internship and employment opportunities aligned with their professional goals. This role manages the affiliated internship program for Master of Management (MiM) students, including sourcing new employer partnerships, coordinating placements, and supporting students through the internship cycle. The position also develops employer relationships that expand professional pathways for graduate-level job seekers and recent alumni entering the workforce. While this position will report directly to the Associate Director for Career Development, they will also collaborate closely with the Director of Master in Management Program and the team.
Primary Responsibilities
Individual Career Advising & Coaching
- Provide one-to-one career coaching for MiM students, recent MiM alumni, and recent undergraduate alumni, including job search strategy, resume development, and interview preparation
- Track appointment volume and outcomes to inform program development and resource allocatio
Internship Development & Program Management
- Source and develop internship opportunities for MiM students, with a focus on placements aligned with students' professional goals
- Serve as the primary coordinator for the MiM summer internship term, managing employer relationships, company visits, student placements, and program logistics
- Build and maintain relationships with employers to expand internship and employment pipelines for graduate-level job seekers
Internship and Employment Data Management
- Collaborate with the undergraduate internship program coordinator on shared infrastructure, including internship information sessions, Canvas-based application platforms, and student-facing resources
- Manage internship evaluations in Suitable and maintain accurate internship outcome records in Slate
- Track internship outcomes and student progress to support program assessment and continuous improvement
Additional Responsibilities
- Teach or co-teach a course on career development and professional readiness, as required by the business school curriculum in a given academic year.
- Support CDO & MiM career related events and programming as needed, including career fairs, employer information sessions, company visits, and student-facing workshops
- Engage in MiM admissions interviews to evaluate their career readiness
- Assist with student worker coordination, including scheduling and day-to-day supervision support
- Contribute to other career development initiatives and projects as assigned by the Associate Director of the Career Development Office or by Master in Management Program Director
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of professional work experience in the private sector in Japan
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Japanese
- Ability to accurately review and edit application materials (e.g., resumes, cover letters, entry sheets) and conduct mock interviews in both English and Japanese
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with employers, including outreach, partnership development, and internship opportunity sourcing
- Strong coaching skills with a student-centered approach to career advising
- Ability to cultivate relationships with diverse constituencies including students, alumni, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders
- Professional and responsive communication style
- Strong technical skills (Microsoft Office suite, CRM, databases) and ability to quickly learn new systems and software
- Detail-oriented with proven ability to manage multiple concurrent responsibilities while maintaining composure in a dynamic work environment
- Familiarity with Japanese and global job markets, including internship structures and hiring practices
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- MBA or master's/terminal degree in a business field
- Experience in project or program management
- Experience developing, coordinating, or managing internship programs
- Experience providing in career coaching including resume writing, interview preparation, career exploration, and job search strategies
- Experience advising graduate students or early-career professionals
- Experience leading or supporting recruitment and hiring processes
- Experience delivering engaging presentations in English
- Working knowledge of Japan's new graduate and mid-career recruitment systems
Application Process:
Review of applications will begin immediately. Desired start date is October 1, 2026.
Required application materials:
1. Cover letter
2. Resume or CV
3. Contact information for two references
Only those applicants who make it past the initial review will be contacted.
Temple University, Japan Campus is committed to equal employment, and to increase diversity and inclusivity in both its community and curricula. All qualified applicants shall have full and equal consideration for employment. The university does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. Candidates who can contribute to the institution's goals are strongly encouraged to apply.
