Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) Industry Fellows

Title: Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) Industry Fellows

VP Area: Provost - UMW

Department: Center for Career and Professional Development

Campus Location: Main Campus

Advertised Range: $1,625 per semester

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) at UMW seeks applications from established professionals to serve as Industry Fellows to help students explore career interests, discover opportunities, and prepare for life after UMW, grounded in a specific professional field. Industry Fellows are expected to remain current on hiring practices and trends and will support the work of the CCPD by providing comprehensive career counseling and coaching services to students and alumni. Industry Fellows will engage with individuals to identify their career goals, develop job search strategies, review career-related documents (e.g. resumes, CVs, and cover letters) and prepare for interviews. In addition, Industry Fellows may be asked to participate in career-related events.

Fellows are expected to dedicate an average of four (4) hours per week to this position during the fall and spring semesters when classes are in session. Responsibilities may include but not be limited to the following:

• Conduct individual one-on-one coaching sessions to assist students and alumni with career planning, resume writing, graduate or professional school applications, interview preparation, and job/internship search strategies.
  
  
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, job market conditions, and employer needs to provide relevant and timely advice to students.
  
  
• Track and report on student appointments using Handshake to maintain accurate records of student engagement with the CCPD.
  
  
• Participate in university events, such as career fairs, and other potential career events to promote career readiness and engage with students and faculty.
  
  
• Attend training with CCPD staff in August 2025 and January 2026.
  
  
• Unless agreed upon by the Industry Fellow and the Director of CCPD, all Industry Fellow hours will be held in the CCPD office in the Cedric Rucker University Center. Schedules will be set prior to the start of the fall and spring terms.
  
  
• The Industry Fellows position is a one-year appointment and may be renegotiated in the summer term based on the approved budget and coaching needs.

Required KSAs/Competencies/Qualifications

The CCPD seeks Industry Fellows who:

• Embrace UMW’s mission as a public liberal arts university
  
  
• Are enthusiastic about mentoring and supporting students
  
  
• Are willing to share their expertise and professional networks
  
  
• Approach their work with positivity, professionalism, and energy

Required Experience:

• 3-5 years of professional experience in their field

Required Education:

• Bachelor's Degree

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. To be considered for this position a state application must be received through the online employment system at https://jobs.umw.edu/.

Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal history background check. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions. For more information, please visit http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/.

The University of Mary Washington is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.