Position Information

Position Title

Work Integrated Learning Advisor

Research Project

Department/Unit

Work-Integrated Learning & Co-operative Education (WIL Co-op)

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

S247-26

Employee Group

DPMG

Position Type

Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

18 months

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

1.0

Salary

$63,337 - $84,730 per annum

Classification

ADM-05

Provisional Statement

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

The Work‑Integrated Learning & Co‑operative Education office at Dalhousie University is responsible for securing and managing high-quality work term opportunities for 2,000+ students annually in 27 Co-op and Work-Integrated Learning (WIL )programs across five faculties and a college. Reporting to the Student Development Manager, the Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Advisor delivers comprehensive advising, resources, and support to WIL Co-op students. Through a holistic, accessible, and appreciative advising approach, the Advisor supports students in developing workplace readiness competencies, securing employment, and succeeding in their work-integrated learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide guidance, advising, coaching, and support to Co-op and Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) students to help them secure employment opportunities, achieve academic requirements, and maximize the value of their work-term experiences.
- Develop, deliver, and evaluate work-integrated Learning curriculum, career education, and professional development programming that prepares students for workplace success.
- Monitor student progress throughout the Work-integrated Learning experience, provide individualized support,



and connect students with appropriate campus resources when required.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with students, employers, faculty, and university partners to support program delivery, stakeholder engagement, and successful work-term outcomes.
- Support the development, implementation, communication, and consistent application of WIL Co-op policies, procedures, and program requirements.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of Work-Integrated Learning programs and services through stakeholder feedback, program evaluation, and alignment with strategic priorities and emerging industry trends.

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

- Undergraduate degree in Business, Human Resources, Marketing, Adult Education or other relevant field, plus approximately three to five years’ relevant experience or more in a comparable client-based setting (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
- A certificate or degree in Adult Education, Counselling, or Career Counselling.
- Experience developing and delivering educational programming, training, workshops, or student/client development initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, including students, faculty, employers, and community partners.
- Solid communication, facilitation, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and business writing skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and effectively utilize technology and online learning platforms to support service delivery.

Assets

- Experience in work-integrated learning (such as co-op) and career education.
- Experience within a university or other post-secondary environment.
- Knowledge of labour market trends, recruitment practices, personal branding, and employer engagement strategies.
- Experience with curriculum development, learning management systems, and accessibility-focused program design.




- Understanding and experience utilizing Appreciative Advising practices.

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies, in particular:

- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Communication
- Service

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Open Date

08/07/2026

Close Date

08/17/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21558

📌 Work Integrated Learning Advisor (Canada)
🏢 Dalhousie University
📍 Canada