Student Peer Career Advisor

SMCC Cougar Career Peers are enthusiastic students who recognize the value of professional development and want to support fellow students with their career-related needs. Cougar Career Peers provide a unique and invaluable level of peer-to-peer support informed by their own student experiences and strengthened through comprehensive training provided by Career Services. Working alongside Career Services staff, Career Peers help students identify their Purpose, Passion, and Potential while developing the confidence, skills, and resources necessary to successfully navigate their career pathways.

Essential Functions

Under the guidance and supervision of Career Services staff, Cougar Career Peers will:

• Welcome and assist students at the Career Center.
• Promote Career Services programs, events, workshops, and resources.
• Provide basic support with resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn, and job searches.
• Help students prepare for interviews and professional networking.
• Share career-readiness and professional development resources.
• Support career fairs, workshops, employer events, and campus outreach.
• Assist with Career Center materials and general office tasks.
• Refer students to Career Services staff when additional assistance is needed.
• Encourage students to use Career Services throughout their college experience.