Career Readiness and Internship Coordinator (CS27-036)

About the Role

The Career Readiness and Internship Coordinator supports students, employers, and campus partners in the Career Development Center’s Co-op and Internship Program and career readiness processes. This role involves processing documentation, ensuring accurate and timely paperwork, and working directly with students and departmental senior leadership under direct supervision and established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process documentation required for student participation in the Co-op and Internship Program and career readiness initiatives.
• Support students, employers, and campus partners throughout co-op, internship, and career readiness experiences.
• Ensure program records and paperwork are processed accurately and on time.
• Communicate program requirements, processes, and expectations to students and groups.
• Utilize university student databases, systems, and web platforms.
• Deliver presentations using established materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• One (1) year of education, training, and/or work experience in a relevant specialization (Master’s Degree in a related field may substitute for one year of work experience).
• Four (4) or more years of experience in career or student services (years may be concurrent with the above).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with students on internship paperwork and processes.
• Experience with university student databases.
• Experience building, troubleshooting, and maintaining relational databases.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students and groups.

Additional Information

This is a Civil Service position classified under the State Universities Civil Service System (SUCSS Classification Number: 5002). Out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date, requiring proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or state ID. Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten working days of application.

Pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check and verification of employment, education, or licensure/certification, is required for all external candidates. Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of this screening.

SIUE does not provide visa sponsorship for this position and is not enrolled in the E-Verify program. Individuals on OPT STEM Extension are not eligible for employment at SIUE.