OVERVIEW The Director of Career Services at the Penn State School of International Affairs serves as the primary career adviser for graduate students pursuing international affairs and global programs. This role focuses on guiding students through career exploration, professional development, and experiential learning aligned with global career paths. The position is based primarily at University Park, Pennsylvania, with a hybrid work structure. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Serve as the primary career adviser to graduate students in international affairs and global programs – Provide career advising tailored to international and globally focused career pathways – Design and deliver career events and professional development programming – Build and maintain networks with employers and alumni – Manage international internship programs – Support education abroad processes – Manage data related to student placements and internships REQUIREMENTS WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Career outcomes are a critical component of graduate education in international affairs, where students often pursue complex and globally dispersed career paths. This role directly supports student success by connecting academic training with real-world professional opportunities. By strengthening employer relationships, alumni engagement, and internship pathways, the Director of Career Services helps ensure that graduates are well prepared to navigate competitive international job markets. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Clearly demonstrate experience advising or supporting students interested in international, global, or public service careers – Highlight examples of career programming, employer engagement, or alumni networking initiatives you have led or supported – Emphasize any experience managing internships, experiential learning programs, or placement-related data – Show familiarity with the needs of graduate-level students and professional degree programs – Address your ability to collaborate across academic units and administrative offices in a university setting – Convey comfort working in a hybrid environment while maintaining a strong on-campus presence when needed