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State University of New York at Oswego Assistant Internship Coordinator in Oswego, New York
Location: Oswego, NY Category: Professional Posted On: Thu Dec 21 2023 Job Description:
Description of Department: EXCEL: Experiential Courses and Engaged Learning offers a variety of opportunities for students to earn academic credit through hands-on experiences. Internships, co-ops, service learning, and experiential courses provide students the ability to apply knowledge and theories learned in the classroom to "real world" businesses, non-profit organizations, and community agencies. Students can develop key competencies, explore career goals, and gain valuable professional connections through local, national, or international positions.
The EXCEL Office at the State University of New York at Oswego invites applications to fill a full-time Assistant Internship Coordinator.
Posting Date: December 21, 2023
Review Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Compensation: salary range (https://www.suny.edu/hr/compensation/salary/) $49,000-$52,00 (SL-2) plus full New York State benefits package.
Benefit Information: The State University of New York provides an excellent benefit package. Click here (https://www.suny.edu/benefits/) for more information.
Date of Appointment: As soon as possible.
Description of Responsibilities:
The Assistant Internship Coordinator will play a pivotal role in connecting students with valuable internship opportunities that align with their academic and career goals. This position will support students in preparing for credit-bearing internships and help them make the most of their experiential learning opportunities.
The assistant coordinator will work closely with key campus and external partners to prepare students for credit-bearing internships. These partners include (but are not limited to): internship sites, Faculty Sponsors, Academic Advisors, Career Services staff, International Student and Scholar Services, and Registrar.
Major responsibilities include:
Assist students with planning for and finding internships based on their skills, interests, and career aspirations
Conduct workshops and seminars to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful internship experience
Mentor with Internship and Student Employment Coordinator to grow on-campus internship program
Review internship opportunities for quality and compliance with national, state, and campus regulations
Maintain an up-to-date database of internship opportunities
Assist cohorts with processes related to internship registration and completion
Assist with planning events to promote internships and experiential opportunities
Assist in the development and improvement of internship programs, policies, and procedures
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices related to internships and cooperative education
Maintain accurate records of internship registration, student progress, and site supervisor interactions
Generate reports and analyze data to assess the effectiveness of internship programs
Support EXCEL programs, processes, and initiatives, such as events, programs, and site review
SUNY Oswego works continuously to create an inclusive environment which respects, embraces, and promotes cultural safety, belonging, civil discourse, cultural humility, and other values and goals outlined in SUNY Oswego's Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Plan (https://ww1.oswego.edu/diversity/) . As such, the incumbent is expected to contribute to these efforts and possess communication and interpersonal skills necessary to engage effectively with an increasingly diverse community of students and colleagues.
Job Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree
Experience with planning events or delivering presentations
Demonstrated commitment to access and equity and the ability to work cooperatively and
effectively with various stakeholders
Positive attitude and excellent interpersonal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree
Proficiency using Handshake or other career management software
Experience with internship coordination, career readiness, experiential learning, advisement
in an educational setting
Experience with program assessment and reporting
At SUNY Oswego we value the diversity found in each member of our campus community and strive to create a community where that diversity is embraced and enhanced. Recognizing the strength of diversity, our mission is to foster an environment which respects, embraces and promotes cultural competence, civil discourse and active engagement in developing an inclusive and vibrant community of scholars who act as transformational agents of change and responsible citizens of the world. For more information see SUNY Oswego's Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Plan (https://ww1.oswego.edu/diversity/) .
As a candidate seeking consideration you are asked to submit a separate statement specifically addressing how your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion has been evidenced in your career experience and professional activity, and/or community service (volunteer work, etc.), and/or professional development. (Please see Application Instructions)
Additional Information:
Oswego is committed to enhancing its diversity. SUNY Oswego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively engaged in recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. We encourage applications from qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim SUNY status, or criminal conviction. Please click here (https://www.oswego.edu/human-resources/non-discrimination-policy) to see our full non-discrimination policy.
In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to work in the United States per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Requests for reasonable accommodations of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Human Resources Office by calling 315-312-2230 or emailing hr@oswego.edu.
For Campus Safety information, please click here (https://www.oswego.edu/police/annual-report) to see the Annual Security and Fire Report (Clery).
SUNY Oswego is a smoke free/tobacco/e-cigarette free campus. Click here (https://www.oswego.edu/human-resources/sites/human-resources/files/tobacco_smoke_free_policy_final.pdf) for further policy details, including education and cessation resources.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.
Search Chair:
Tina Cooper at tina.cooper@oswego.edu
Visa sponsorship not available for this position