Roles and Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the internship program, ensuring alignment with academic goals and industry needs.
- Provide mentorship and support to students during their internship journey.
- Develop and manage relationships with industry partners to secure quality internship opportunities.
- Serve as the primary liaison with academic schools to align internship objectives with academic goals, identify industry partnership opportunities and ensure consistent promotion of internships to students through academic channels
- Coordinate the placement process for students, ensuring timely and relevant internships.
- Match students with internship opportunities that align with their career goals.
- Provide ongoing support and guidance to students and employers during the internship process.
- Conduct sessions to prepare students for their internships.
- Monitor and evaluate student internship experiences.
- Plan an organize workshops and events to prepare students for internships
- Maintain accurate records and data on internship placements and outcomes
- Enhance data collection for student placements and follow up with employers to gather feedback
- Manage and maintain the Career Services System, ensuring it is updated with internship opportunities and student records
Eligibility Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Human Resources, or a related field.
- Career advising certification is desirable.
Experience:
- At least 3 years of experience in careers services and coordinating internship programs or student placements.
- Proven track record in relationship management with industry partners
- Experience in career services, student placement, or industry engagement is highly desirable.
Skills:
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work with diverse student and alumni populations.
- Proficiency in data management and reporting.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Ability to mentor and support students in their career development
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