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Cummings Grant & Entrepreneurship Activities Coordinator Middlesex Community College - 4.4 Lowell, MA Job Details Part-time $36.55 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree
Full Job Description Category:
Part-time Staff Department:
Academic Affairs -
Business, Legal Studies & Public Service Locations:
Lowell, MA Posted:
Jul 16, 2026
Closes:
Open Until Filled Type:
Part-time Position ID:
202690
About Middlesex Community College:
Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education to prepare individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities. The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a work environment where our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan.
Job Description:
Title:
Cummings Grant and Entrepreneurship Activities Coordinator Unit:
Dean of Business, Legal Studies, Public Service and Education Date:
July 16, 2026
General Summary:
The Idea Center is a student entrepreneurship program within the Division of Business, Legal Studies & Public Service, supporting students at every stage of their business journey from ideation to launch. The program is open to all enrolled students across both campuses and connects participants to the college's Launch Your Business Now certificate as a clear pathway forward. This role supports the college's broader goal of building an entrepreneurial ecosystem that extends across programs and disciplines, complementing the academic-side entrepreneurship coursework.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Drop-In Mentoring & Coaching Facilitate weekly drop-in hours at both the Lowell and Bedford campuses (one session per campus per week) Serve as a one-on-one mentor and business coach, helping students develop, refine, and validate their business ideas Maintain student records and track progress over time Marketplace Programming Supervise and support students testing business ideas in a real-world marketplace setting Coordinate logistics for marketplace and ensure a structured learning experience Recruit, train, and manage student interns who assist with marketplace events Pitch Competitions Plan and execute one pitch contest per semester, open to all enrolled students Coordinate the application process, judging panels, and event logistics Administer small seed funding awards to winning participants to support business idea testing Certificate Pathway Support Guide and connect students to the college's Launch Your Business Now certificate Collaborate with academic departments to align program offerings with certificate requirements Marketing & Outreach Develop and implement a marketing strategy to promote the Idea Center across both campuses Use college communication channels (social media, digital signage, tabling, classroom visits, etc.) to raise program awareness and drive student participation Cross-Campus Collaboration Work collaboratively with offices such as Academic Affairs, Career Services, Financial Aid, and Workforce Development to create wraparound support for student entrepreneurs Build and maintain relationships with community partners and local business resources as appropriate Grant Compliance & Reporting Maintain accurate records of student participation, program outcomes, and fund disbursement Prepare reports as required by the Cummings Foundation grant terms Work with the grants office to ensure programmatic and fiscal compliance
Requirements:
Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business, Entrepreneurship or a related field Experience in entrepreneurship, small business development, program coordination, or student services Strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills Ability to work across two campuses and manage multiple priorities
Preferred Qualifications :
Experience working in a higher education or community college setting Knowledge of or experience with small business or startup ecosystems Experience supervising student staff or interns Familiarity with grant-funded program management
Additional Information:
Salary Range:
$36.55 per hour in accordance with the
College's Part-Time Wage Schedule Location:
Lowell and Bedford campus
Hours:
20 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire,
Expected Start Date:
August 2026
Application Deadline:
This position will remain open until filled
Working Conditions:
Travel between Lowell and Bedford campuses required on a weekly basis Some evening or weekend availability may be needed for pitch events and marketplace programming Grant-funded position; continuation subject to funding availability
Application Instructions:
All applicants must apply online by submitting: Cover Letter Resume Names and contact information for three (3) professional references
Pre-Employment Requirements:
The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary. Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at . Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3546 or .
