Assistant Counselor Intern

About Us:
Knovva Academy is an international education organization committed to the enhancement of educational quality and opportunity for youth around the world. Knovva provides tailor-made educational solutions, services, and products to support student, teacher, school, and governmental preparedness for the 21st century. From life-changing learning opportunities to online and blended learning courses that go far beyond schools’ standard curricula, Knovva provides the education necessary for youth to excel in our increasingly interconnected world.
Knovva Academy is looking for an Assistant Counselor Intern to join our team. The Assistant Counselor Intern will assist in the development, delivery and administration of Knovva’s counseling experiences. The candidate will help Knovva’s college and academic counselors to support students in researching options and ensure they complete all the necessary steps in the college application process and more.

Working with us, you will:

• Consultations: Assisting and administrating Knovva’s counselors in one-on-one private meetings between each student and a college counselor, which will be ongoing throughout the application process.
• College Research: Using data-driven metrics to help Knovva’s counselors to match students with the ideal college for them.
• College essay support: Reviewing and editing students’ essays under the supervision of the counselros
• Research and Development: Conducting independent research on college and academic counseling, and working cross functionally with product management, sales and marketing on continued counseling experience improvement
• Counseling Administration: Assisting counselors to manage student’s profiles on CollegePlannerPro and intake documentations

What are we looking for:

• BA or M.Ed in Education or related field from a regionally accredited college or university
• 1+ years of experience in college admission process required
• Exceptional English writing and communication skills
• Self-starter, strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to prioritize
• Fast learner and innovator
• Strong academic track record

The Assistant Counselor Intern is a 1099 Contract remote position with occasional visits to our Knovva Academy office in Boston. The contract length is currently 3 to 6 months, with the possibility of extension. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Extensive travel is not currently expected. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not being offered at this time.
Knovva Academy is a passionate work environment with an international atmosphere and a welcoming staff. Knovva’s core belief in the importance of diversity and open mindedness is reflected in both its programs and its workspace.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Knovva Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

To apply: Please submit your rsum along with a cover letter. Applications without cover letters will not be considered. No phone calls, please.Requirements: