Description
WE ARE HIRING!
Position Title: Career Consultant
Department: Career and Purpose
Employment Type: Full-time
Help us reimagine the 21st-century University.
We are Fulbright University Vietnam (“Fulbright”), Vietnam’s first independent, not-for-profit, liberal arts university. We are an expanding international team of educational innovators, with deep roots in Vietnam, strong political and financial backing, and connections to educational institutions around the world. Importantly, Fulbright is committed to serving Vietnamese society through rigorous research and responsible civic engagement.
We seek outstanding faculty and professional staff to join our growing team. Fulbright’s team thrives on a passion for educating the next generation of Vietnamese leaders equipped with the skills to tackle global challenges. We are creative, adaptive, determined with a good sense of humor.
If you want to see Vietnam’s youth meet their greatest potential, join us! Our flagship campus will be located in Saigon Hi-Tech Park, in Ho Chi Minh City (District 9). Until phase 1 of campus construction is completed in Fall 2026, we are located at Crescent Plaza, Tan Phu, in Ho Chi Minh City (District 7).
About the role
The Career Consultant will be a key member of the Career Services team, responsible for providing career advising and guidance to students, developing employer partnerships, and organizing career-related programs and events. This role plays an important part in supporting students’ professional development and enhancing their employability by connecting them with internship and job opportunities, as well as building strong networks with industry partners.
Reporting Lines
Solid reports to: Manager of Career and Purpose
Dotted-line reports to: N/A
List by title positions which report directly to this position: None
Roles and Responsibilities
The roles and responsibilities of the Career Consultant includes but is not limited to:
- Provide individual and group career advising sessions to students on career exploration, job search strategies, resume/cover letter writing, interview preparation, and professional skills development
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with employers, industry partners, and alumni to expand opportunities for internships, practicums, and full-time employment
- Coordinate, plan, and deliver career-related programs and events such as Career Talks, employer information sessions, workshops, and the annual Career Day
- Collaborate with faculties and academic departments to integrate career development support into curriculum and to identify student internship/experiential learning opportunities
- Maintain and update student and employer engagement records in Salesforce (or other CRM system) for accurate data tracking and reporting
- Promote Career Services activities through multiple channels to ensure strong student and employer participation
- Stay current on labor market trends, graduate employability needs, and best practices in career counselling and employer engagement
Other duties:
Contributing to team effort by welcoming new and different work requirements; exploring new opportunities to enhance the services of the department; helping others accomplish related job results as and where needed; and perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
What we look for
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
- Master’s degree preferred
Experience:
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in career counseling, student services, employer relations, recruitment, or a related field.
- Experience in higher education or educational institutions is strongly preferred.
- Proven experience in planning and executing events or workshops
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of career development theories, job market trends, and employer needs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both English and Vietnamese
- Ability to provide career advising, coaching, and mentoring to students and young professionals
- Skills in event planning, project management, and stakeholder engagement
- Proficiency in Salesforce (or other CRM tools), MS Office, and online collaboration platforms
- Proactive, adaptable, and results-driven with a passion for supporting students’ professional growth
- High integrity, teamwork spirit, and ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment
What we look for
- Opportunity to join a passionate team who shares the belief in the transformative power of education and values the unique opportunity to create a new university
- Opportunity to participate in public talks, workshops, seminars, as well as other enriching activities at Fulbright
- A dynamic, innovative, and professional work environment
- Intensive English-speaking environment
- Competitive salary and high-end insurance schemes for employees and direct family members
- Professional development opportunities
Application Instructions
How to Apply
- To see all job listings, please visit our list of vacancies: https://fulbright.edu.vn/join-us/
- All applications must include evidence that addresses the mandatory requirements.
- Fulbright University Vietnam employs Interfolio to manage the application process.
- Need help? Please visit Interfolio Product Help: https://product-help.interfolio.com/m/27438 or contact Talent Acquisition team at: [email protected]
Organizational Accountabilities
FUV is committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of its staff members. FUV and its staff members must comply with a range of Vietnamese legal and regulatory requirements, including foreign investment & business, import & export, contracts & commerce, banking, finance & foreign exchange, labor, taxation, land & premises, environment, and immigration. FUV expects all staff members to comply with its Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, which relate to legal and regulatory requirements and our ways of working.
FUV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to foster a campus community that recognizes the value of all persons regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender expression and identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Fulbright University Vietnam is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of race, gender, or sexual orientation.
