Job Description

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Job Title

Career Educator, Faculty of Engineering

Job ID

70590

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

07/11/2025

Job Type

Limited Term (>12 months)

Close Date

07/18/2025

Employee Group

Unifor Unit 1, Staff

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Department

Engineering Career Services

Salary Grade/Band

Grade 9

Salary Range

$30.84 - $47.65 (hourly)

Contract Duration

14 Months

Hours per Week

35

Posting Details

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm (Hybrid)

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Career Level

Requires 4 years of relevant experience

Career Educator, Faculty of Engineering

(JD1408)

Engineering a Brighter Future

https://www.eng.mcmaster.ca/about-us/strategic-plan/

About The Faculty

Ranked among the top engineering schools in Canada and worldwide, the Faculty of Engineering. has a reputation for innovative programs, cutting-edge research, leading faculty, and aspiring students. Engineering faculty, staff and students at McMaster pursue research and learning in more than 22 research centres, institutes and networks whose interdisciplinary pursuits cross-departmental and faculty boundaries. Outside the University, we regularly collaborate on research projects with partners in universities, the government and more than 100 companies in Canada and abroad.

About the Team

The

Centre for Career Growth and Experience

at McMaster University's Faculty of Engineering is dedicated to empowering students through comprehensive career development, co-operative education, and experiential learning opportunities. As Ontario's second-largest engineering co-op program, we offer flexible, paid work terms ranging from 4 to 16 months, allowing students to integrate valuable industry experience into their academic journey. Beyond co-op placements, the Centre provides year-round services, including personalized career advising, resume and interview preparation, and access to over 10,000 job postings annually. Students also benefit from a variety of workshops, networking events, and involvement in over 100 student clubs and teams, fostering both professional and personal growth. Through its holistic approach, the Centre ensures that engineering students are well-equipped to navigate their career paths and achieve success in the workforce.

About the Position

As a member of the Career Education team, the role of

Career Educator

provides career education and co-op support services to students. The successful candidate will meet with students, deliver career-related workshops, and provide support to help students achieve co-op success.

Job Summary

Responsible for delivering career education programming and services to a wide range of undergraduate and graduate students, including full-cycle co-op experiences (pre/during/post work term). This includes, but is not limited to, job search support, interview preparation, contract negotiation, on-the-job check-ins, post work-term evaluation and reflection, and guidance on career choice, educational direction and goal progress using applicable career theories and pedagogies.

Representative Duties & Responsibilities

Facilitate 1:1 conversations with students to support decision-making and career/academic alignment for enrollment in co-op. Provide 1:1 coaching and guidance to students in developing self-marketing and branding tools including, but not limited to, job search strategies, resume critiques, preparation of cover letters and personal statements, interview skills, networking, portfolio development, and negotiation skills. Coach and provide guidance to students on different career paths and options using applicable career theories and pedagogies. Develop, deliver and/or coordinate programming that supports the career needs of equity-deserving student groups. Conduct mock interviews by creating specific questions that are relevant to the field of employment students are pursuing and/or the position for which there is a planned interview, subsequently providing constructive feedback to students. Review and respond to students' work term reflections to support students in realizing and understanding the alignment of their co-op experience, skill development and future career goals. Develop resources and provide 1:1 coaching to students to support reflective practice and strategic integration of career learning in high-impact co-curricular and extra-curricular experiences. Write a variety of documents, including, but not limited to, career and skill development materials, workshop plans, general correspondence, and reports. Design career and skill development materials and develop interview tools. Create, implement and maintain policies and procedures related to the program and career services offered. Facilitate and/or lead career development workshops. Deliver and support co-op pre-employment courses, including developing and delivering course material, enrolling students, evaluating and assessing student learning and submitting final grades of completion. Leverage industry-specific knowledge through consultation with the Talent Partnership team to support student job search, assess suitability of job opportunities, and provide guidance to employer partners on effective onboarding practices, on-the-job training and mentorship. Review and evaluate co-op positions as necessary for co-op credit eligibility. Approve or decline requests or determine appropriate alternative options that align with the student's area of study and program plan. Negotiate the terms of employment contract with the employer and the student hires to ensure co-op eligibility requirements are met. Liaise between employer, student and campus offices/departments to ensure any accommodations or supports are in place and available for students on work term. Engage in weekly communications/engagements with job seeking students in support of their career success Facilitate work-term training opportunities to connect students preparing for work term with students on a work term. Conduct work-term check-ins and post-work term reflections and evaluations with students and liaise with supervisors at scheduled intervals to support student learning and address workplace or on-the-job issues and/or concerns. Coordinate with Talent Partnership team as required and in relation to employer issues/concerns and/or ongoing business development opportunities. Create promotional materials to market program to potential applicants, visitors, and representatives from other institutions at fairs and open house events Maintain accurate student records in the database and create reports as necessary to monitor and evaluate students' use of services from year to year. Liaise with faculty, staff and students to ensure timely communication of information and adherence to policies and procedures via email, classroom visits, co-op prep courses and other forms of communication. Keep abreast of labour market trends in relevant sectors including employer expectations related to skills, salaries and professional training. Understand and remain current on employment legislation and government mandates. Develop and maintain relationships with academic departments and student services teams and facilitate referrals as needed to support student success Support event programming by providing guidance on relevant topics and formats and promoting events to students using direct marketing and communication strategies including newsletters, social media channels and email. Participate in McMaster prospective student recruitment events, academic program information sessions, and special projects.

Supervision

Provides direction to others in how to carry out work tasks. Ensures adherence to quality standards and procedures for short-term staff and volunteers. Has ongoing responsibility for supervising up to 9 casual employees.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field. Requires 4 years of relevant experience.

Assets

Having the Career Development Practitioner Certification (CDPC) is considered an asset.

Additional Information

The successful candidate must have / demonstrate:

Excellent customer service skills when working with a range of stakeholders, such as employers, alumni, community organizations and students Advanced written and oral communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external partners Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships at work Collaborative team player as well as self-reliant professional Excellent attention to detail while producing thorough and accurate work Strong commitment to maintaining the data integrity of student records Experience in supporting a student-centered culture, with a strong commitment to benchmarking and evidence-based practice Flexibility and ability to take initiative and action on projects and tasks Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills A track record of coordinating multiple initiatives, priorities, and tight deadlines simultaneously Ability to handle a diverse workload in a busy and dynamic environment A high degree of professionalism and integrity Ability to handle confidential information with discretion, tact, and diplomacy Ability to respond creatively to resolve issues and maintain workflows Ability to learn new programs and software quickly Advanced skills in MS Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel

NOTE

: Flexibility is required to work occasional evenings, weekends, and extended hours to meet the operational demands of the position.


Should the successful applicant be a Unifor Unit 1 bargaining unit member, who meets the eligibility conditions of Article 19.02 of the Unifor Unit 1 Collective Agreement, then the Limited Term Assignment will be defined as a Career Growth Opportunity in accordance with Article 19 of the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the "Dish With One Spoon" wampum agreement.


The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.


The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.


As part of McMaster's commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.


Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Hybrid Work Language

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.

Interview Experience

At McMaster University, we believe in a comprehensive and inclusive interview process. Our interview methods encompass a variety of approaches that allow our hiring teams to provide a flexible and accessible experience for engaging with our candidates. Throughout your recruitment process at McMaster, you may be requested to participate in a variety of formats, that may include in-person, virtual or recorded interviews. If you have any questions as you move through the hiring process, please reach out to talent@mcmaster.ca or the HR contact associated with your position of interest.