Career Coach - Internship Program Coordinator

$44,928 - $44,928/Yr

Reading Area Community College - Reading, PA

Part-time - Entry Level

Reading, PA

Educational Services

About the position

The Career Coach - Internship Program Coordinator position at RACC is a part-time role that combines two critical functions: providing career coaching to students in career training programs and coordinating internship opportunities. The Career Coach will assist students in developing workplace readiness skills, preparing for job searches, and tracking their progress. The Internship Program Coordinator will secure internship sites, maintain documentation, and support students in job placement. This role requires strong networking skills and the ability to build partnerships with local employers.

Responsibilities

• Assist program students with career exploration through one-on-one meetings or group workshops.
• Compile student data through face-to-face or telephone contacts and follow-up surveys, entering information into an Access database and maintaining it.
• Coordinate and participate in recruitment events for the Career Programs.
• Submit monthly reports as requested by the department/division supervisor.
• Maintain confidentiality of records.
• Place Career Program students in appropriate internships where they will gain valuable working experience.
• Develop internship sites in the local community to support new and existing career programs.
• Collect, assess, and maintain requirements associated with the internship.
• Conduct site visits and assess the effectiveness of the learning site experience.
• Help to develop policies and procedures regarding expectations and requirements for the internship experience.
• Help to prepare students for the job market through job coaching, resume development, and interview skill preparation.
• Research and recommend new programs/services that have potential to increase enrollment and sales revenue.
• Responsible for the coordination and promotion of Career Programs.
• Assist in the development of materials and resources to promote programs in the department.
• Prepare and submit monthly, annual, and periodic reports as required.
• Network with and/or partner with community businesses, agencies, or organizations.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree required.
• One year of experience in advising and enrollment, career placement, career planning/counseling field, or adult education/instruction.

Nice-to-haves

• Associate's Degree in a business, healthcare, education, or human service related field.
• Experience working with adult learners in an educational setting.
• Experience working with individuals with diverse academic needs.
• Community College experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Benefits

• Part-time position with flexible working hours.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive educational environment.