Academic counselor Intern

Company Description Ghosla is a partnership-driven Growth Hub for Opportunities, Skills, Learning & Achievement, dedicated to connecting individuals and organizations with development pathways and practical growth resources. The organization focuses on curated learning initiatives that help people build relevant skills, improve performance, and reach academic, career, or business goals. Through collaborative programs and tailored support, Ghosla aims to make learning and achievement more accessible and impactful. Team members contribute to an environment that values continuous development, meaningful guidance, and measurable outcomes for learners and partners.
Role Description The Academic Counselor Intern will support learners by providing guidance on academic pathways, learning plans, and skill-development opportunities. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting virtual counseling sessions, responding to student queries, assisting with career and academic exploration, and maintaining accurate records of interactions and recommendations. The intern will collaborate with the team to develop and refine educational resources, share insights on learner needs, and help improve counseling processes and materials. This is an internship role and is remote, allowing the intern to work online while coordinating with learners and colleagues through digital platforms.
Qualifications
Ability to provide effective Student Counseling and Academic Advising, focusing on learning plans and educational choices.
Strong Communication skills, including clear written and verbal interaction with diverse learners and stakeholders.
Understanding of Career Counseling principles to support exploration of future academic and professional options.
Background or interest in Education, learning development, or related fields.
Empathy, active listening, and a learner-centered mindset.
Comfort with remote work tools, such as video conferencing and online collaboration platforms.
Organizational skills and attention to detail in maintaining student records and follow-up actions.
Enrollment in or completion of a degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, or a related discipline is preferred.

Work arrangement
Yes