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Peer Career Advisors

APPLY TO BE A PEER CAREER ADVISOR!

Meet our Peer Career Advisors

Peer Career Advisors (PCAs) are trained and supervised paraprofessionals who provide career development assistance on a peer-to-peer level through the Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration. PCA’s are on a team of around 10 undergraduate Peer Career Advisors that are supervised by Alexis Andershock, Assistant Director of Outreach. Below are more details regarding the role:

  • Part-Time: Around 10 hours per week
  • Majority of working hours between 8:00am-5:00pm in-person during the fall/spring semesters
  • Some weeknight and weekend presentations required (virtual and in-person)
  • Mandatory in-person weekly training Spring 2024 – Planning for Monday’s 3pm-4pm (may change based on applicant availability)
  • Mandatory in-person weekly meeting Fall 2024 – Monday’s 4pm – 5pm
  • Preferred commitment to two years upon time of hire
  • Seeking 1-2 candidates who are specifically interested in marketing/social media.

There are many reasons to be a Peer Career Advisor!

  • Assist fellow UT students
  • Gain valuable communication, active listening, presentation, and leadership skills
  • Develop event planning and organizational and professional social media savvy
  • Strengthen resume and interview skills and learn to market your degree
  • Conduct effective internship and full-time job searches or prepare for graduate school
  • Network with career professionals and on-campus recruiters
  • Increase your knowledge of UT resources and services

Qualifications:

  • Desire to assist other UT students
  • Strong written, verbal, and customer service skills
  • Creativity, work ethic, and productivity with minimal supervision
  • Minimum GPA of 2.75
  • Ability to participate in 5 hours of weekly paid training in spring 2024
  • Ability to work shifts between 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday
  • Preferred commitment to work two years after hire
  • Mandatory in-person weekly training Spring 2024 – Planning for Monday’s 3pm-4pm (may change based on applicant availability)
  • Mandatory in-person weekly meeting Fall 2024 – Monday’s 4pm – 5pm

How to Apply: 

Questions? Contact Assistant Director, Alexis Andershock (aandershock@utk.edu)

 

How do I meet with a Peer Career Advisor?

Visit Drop-In Hours at the Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration to meet with a PCA for:

  • Major and Career Exploration
  • Resumes, Cover Letters, LinkedIn
  • Interviewing
  • Job and Internship Search
  • Graduate School
  • Professional Headshots