Admission Counsellor- PHD Programs

About Us:

We're building India's first AI-powered global admissions platform that helps students get into their dream schools. Our mission is to democratize access to quality global education by making the admissions process 10x easier through personalized AI guidance. We combine advanced AI technology with alumni mentorship to help students build stronger profiles and craft compelling applications.

We're a founding team of IIT BHU alumni who have experienced firsthand the challenges of global higher education admissions. More than 40,000+ users have explored our platform and have received admits from top institutions like Stanford, Oxford, NYU, Cornell, Columbia and other leading universities. We're backed by notable investors including First Cheque and We Founder Circle.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a passionate and knowledgeable PhD Admissions Counselor to join our team in Bengaluru. In this role, you’ll mentor students aiming for PhD programs at top global universities by guiding them through the entire admissions process — from university shortlisting to application writing.

• Counsel students on PhD programs based on their academic profile, research interests, and career goals.
• Assist in crafting SOPs, LORs, CVs, research proposals, and email outreach to professors.
• Support students in shortlisting universities, identifying potential advisors, and funding options.
• Track student progress and ensure timely application completion.
• Stay updated on global PhD admission trends, deadlines, and best practices.
  

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (PhD or research background is a plus).
• 1–3 years of experience in counseling or education (especially for higher education abroad).
• Strong understanding of PhD admissions and academic research processes.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills.
• Based in Bengaluru or open to working from our Bengaluru office.

Nice to Have:

• Prior experience in academic writing or working with research applicants.
• Familiarity with international PhD systems (US, UK, Canada, Europe).
• Experience with tools like Google Suite, Notion, CRM, or Zoom.
  

• Opportunity to shape the future of a fast-growing startup in the ed-tech space.
• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible work environment with a strong focus on collaboration and innovation.
• Direct impact on helping students achieve their dreams of studying abroad.

Location - Bengaluru (Onsite)

Working Days - 6 (Mon-Sat)