Internship & Employer Engagement Coordinator

About North Park Founded in 1891, North Park University is a Christian university affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Church of over 3,200 students from around the country and the world. North Park University is located in the Albany Park neighborhood of Chicago, one of the most ethnically diverse zip codes in the United States. It is nine miles from downtown Chicago. The North Park campus has often been referred to as an oasis in the heart of the city – a place where students from urban, rural, and suburban backgrounds alike can call home. And all of this within the major metropolitan backdrop of Chicago: one of the world’s largest and most diversified economies, renowned for its museums and music, and voted best large city in the U.S. for four years in a row by Condé Nast Traveler. Mission The mission of North Park University is to prepare students for lives of significance and service through education in the liberal arts, professional studies, and theology. Vision Building on our core institutional identity—Christian, city-centered, intercultural—our vision is to create a university of uncommon character and enduring excellence, where faith, learning, and service meet. Duties and Responsibilities The Internship & Employer Engagement Coordinator plays a vital role in preparing students for meaningful career pathways by connecting them with internships, employers, and real-world learning experiences. Rooted in the belief that all students are capable, talented, and purpose-driven, this role supports the university’s strategic vision by helping students translate their education into applied professional experience. Reporting to the Director of Career Development, the Coordinator supports North Park’s career initiatives by managing credit-bearing internship processes, developing employer relationships, and coordinating career programming that fosters student confidence, competence, and career-readiness. Objective 1: Coordinate Internship Processes & Support Student Experiential Learning Serve as the primary contact for students pursuing internships or experiential learning opportunities. Oversee the internship process for credit-bearing experiences, including student support and guidance, employer outreach, faculty collaboration, and evaluation tracking. Maintain internship records, ensure compliance with academic policies, and communicate deadlines and requirements to all stakeholders. Promote internships through marketing campaigns, campus outreach, and student programming. Objective 2: Build and Sustain Employer Engagement Cultivate and manage relationships with local and regional employers to expand access to internships, part-time roles, and work-based learning opportunities. Coordinate employer events such as site visits, information sessions, career panels, and industry mixers (both virtual and in-person). Collaborate with faculty, alumni relations, and external partners to align employer outreach with workforce trends and academic programs. Serve as a point of contact for employer communication and job opportunity promotion through platforms like Handshake. Objective 3: Support Career Programming and Signature Events Contribute to the planning and delivery of student-facing workshops on topics such as resume writing, internship search strategies, and interview preparation. Support recurring and grant-aligned programming such as speaker series, experiential learning events, and site-based career exploration. Assist in the implementation of the Career Champions initiative by supporting employer or alumni volunteer coordination. Objective 4: Manage Systems, Communications, and Data Using external platforms and internal student records, provide routine data reports and analyzation. Collaborate with the Director to maintain communication strategies, including internship newsletters, email campaigns, and promotional materials. Objective 5: Contribute to Office Operations and Collaboration Help onboard and support student workers or interns assisting with career programming and outreach. Participate in department-wide events, orientations, and university programs. Ensure a welcoming and responsive student-facing presence in the Career Development office. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., business, psychology, communications). 1–2 years of experience in higher education, career services, student engagement, or workforce development. Demonstrated ability to support students of diverse identities and backgrounds. Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills. Proficiency with digital tools including Handshake, LinkedIn, Microsoft 365, and basic data tracking. Desired: Experience coordinating internships, employer partnerships, or experiential learning programs. Familiarity with the NACE Career Competencies and career development frameworks. Understanding of employer engagement strategies or regional workforce networks. Experience in a liberal arts, faith-based, or mission-driven educational environment. Working Conditions: Occasional evening and weekend work is required for events or student support. Some regional travel may be needed for employer site visits or professional development. Ability to lift up to 15 pounds and traverse across campus for event setup and outreach, including navigating stairs where elevators may not be available. Salary Range for this position is $50,000 to $52,000 depending on experience Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Prescription Plan Flexible Spending Account Commuter Benefit Life Insurance Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Tuition Remission Helwig Recreation Center