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Career Guidance Counselor (Part-Time)

Mental Health & Counselling·Kandy·Posted Aug 7, 2026

Career Guidance Counsellor (Part-Time) - Kandy

Company: APIIT City Campus

Are you passionate about empowering students to achieve their career aspirations? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Career Guidance Counsellor to join our team on a part-time basis at our Kandy Campus.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide career guidance and counselling to students and parents, helping them make informed academic and career decisions.
  • Build and maintain relationships with companies and industry partners to secure internship opportunities for students.
  • Plan, coordinate, and organize quarterly Career Fairs at the Kandy campus.
  • Conduct workshops on:
    • CV and resume writing
    • LinkedIn profile development
    • Interview preparation
    • Personal grooming and professional etiquette
  • Deliver engaging sessions on the latest industry trends, employability skills, and current job market expectations.
  • Support students in developing career plans and preparing for internships and employment opportunities.

Requirements:

  • A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Management, Psychology, Education, Career Guidance, or a related field.
  • Minimum 1-2 years of experience in career guidance, student counselling, talent acquisition, recruitment, or a related field.
  • Strong networking and relationship-building skills with corporate organizations.
  • Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to conduct workshops and engage diverse student audiences.
  • Knowledge of current recruitment practices, industry trends, and employability skills will be an added advantage.

Salary/Benefits:

Successful candidates can look forward to an attractive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience.