Career Advisor

Job Description:

Inspire. Empower. Connect.

Berklee is seeking a passionate and student-centered Career Advisor to join our dynamic Career Center team. This is a full-time, mission-driven role for someone who believes in the power of creativity and wants to help the next generation of artists, innovators, and changemakers thrive.

At Berklee, we prepare students to excel as professionals in the creative industries. The Career Center’s mission is to empower artists and creative leaders worldwide, helping them fully realize their career potential and lead lives of inspiration and impact. This role is a direct contributor to that vision.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide career advising and coaching to Berklee and Boston Conservatory students—individually and in groups—on everything from job searches and networking to resume building and interview prep
• Serve as the lead for one or more Career Communities (business, performance, production, etc.), guiding students toward aligned career paths
• Collaborate with faculty and industry professionals to deliver relevant, real-world career insights and programming
• Support signature Berklee events like Career Jam, Job Expo, and industry workshops
• Act as an Internship Advisor, guiding students through the academic internship process
• Offer career guidance to alumni, ensuring continued access to Berklee’s career resources
• Design and deliver creative, student-focused events, boot camps, and resources that reflect industry trends
• Help students build a professional presence through platforms like LinkedIn and Berklee Career Manager

Who You Are:

• A thoughtful and enthusiastic advisor with 1–3 years of experience in career services, student support, recruiting, or a relevant industry like music, tech, education, or performing arts
• Passionate about the creative process and eager to support students from all backgrounds
• Skilled at building relationships—with students, faculty, employers, and alumni
• Knowledgeable about the job market, internships, and career development best practices
• Tech-savvy, resourceful, and comfortable using career platforms, social media, and event tools
• Culturally competent, inclusive, and aligned with Berklee’s values of equity, belonging, and community
• Creative, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, innovative environment

Why Berklee:

Working at Berklee means being part of a globally renowned institution where creativity, community, and innovation are central to everything we do. We offer a culture that promotes student-centered work, collaboration across disciplines, and meaningful impact.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
• Free access to world-class performances, lectures, and events
• Flexible work culture with a focus on work-life balance
• A welcoming, inclusive workplace where every voice is heard

Join us in supporting students as they pursue careers that change the world through music, creativity, and innovation. Apply today!

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.

Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

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