Career Coach, Experiential Learning & Internships

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Career Coach for Experiential Learning & Internships.•Boca Raton, FL . The Career Coach, Experiential Learning & Internship is a multifaceted role that engages students, alumni, faculty, staff, employer partners, and the community. Responsible for developing and executing programs that support experiential learning objectives, creating positive pathways for student and employer engagement through job shadowing programs, internships, micro-internships, and other experiential learning opportunities. The Career Coach will build internal and external connections, helping students identify and prepare for their future careers.

Summary of responsibilities:

Program Management•

Employer Engagement & Internship Development/Tracking:

Develops strategic employer outreach and marketing plans to identify potential employer contacts, researching opportunities for experiential learning opportunities, such as off-campus internships, job shadowing, micro-internships, fellowships, and part/full-time employment. Supports and collaborates with the Employer and Community Engagement team on an Employer Education Program to educate employers on internship program development, job shadowing, and hiring international students. Supports a robust on-campus internship program by identifying and advocating for internship positions campus-wide and conducting outreach to FAU departments to increase on-campus internships. Educates employers on best practices for establishing and operating internship programs. Collaborates with FAU Career Center College Liaisons to develop, track, and execute internship programs. Collects and reports internship engagement and employment data. Cultivates relationships with new and existing employers, proactively following up and scheduling virtual and in-person meetings to strengthen partnerships. Promotes career fairs and specific events to employers based on recruiting needs. Researches and updates on special topics to stay abreast of best practices, such as increasing international internship programs and opportunities for students, and establishing relationships with relevant employers. Supports the President's Internship Program for Community Impact (PIPCI) and other specialized internship programs funded by the university or private donors.

Student Engagement:

Assists with college-specific internship programs by supporting college liaisons in delivering career coaching and helping with internship registrations within college career offices. Provides drop-in career coaching to students in the Career Lab on a regular basis, offering brief consultations, staff support, and targeted career resources as needed. Develops, delivers, and facilitates experiential learning workshops and programs for students, faculty, and staff. Provides comprehensive services for students and alumni, including resume building, critiques, internship searches, micro-internship and job shadow applications, job search strategies, career exploration, and interview preparation. Assists students with internship course registrations. Grades student assignments for Internship Courses. Guides students in utilizing career-related and internship course technology platforms such as Handshake, Canvas, Big Interview, Jobscan, Focus 2, and others. Coaches students through the reflective process following experiential education and assists in assessing next steps. Completes detailed notes of the career coaching session according to standards and follows up with students and alumni with resources at the conclusion of each appointment.

General:

Supports Career Center Events, initiatives, and special programs, and delivers FAU Career Center programs within the broader FAU community. Conducts presentations on Career Center services (internship search strategies, how to succeed at your internship, micro-internships, etc.) to students, families, and faculty. Exhibits strong multitasking skills while managing student appointments, employer interactions, internship data reports, and other projects as needed. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. FAU Benefits and Perks If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Sick Leave Pool Program. Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President's discretion). Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty•Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php Explore Living in Palm Beach County The goal is to provide local employers and new employees in the area a comprehensive guide with places to live.

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BDB Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.

Salary:

$50,000•$51,500 annually. Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)

College or Department:

Student Affairs:

Career Center•

Internships and Co-ops Location:

Boca Raton Work Days and Hours:

Monday•Friday, 8:00am•5:00pm. Some nights and weekends as needed.

Application Deadline:

2026-06-10 Special Instructions to

Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Resume Cover letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1. Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins. With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015•2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply. To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu In order to be considered for a position, you must apply through this job website. For more information on how to apply for a position, please review the applicable Applicant Tutorial. To contact Recruitment Services, send an e-mail to jobs@fau.edu. Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact Florida Atlantic's Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email to accomodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057 or email jobs@fau.edu. For communications assistance, call 7-1-1. Clery Act Information Consumer Information Visit Florida Atlantic's Consumer Information page for more information about financial aid, its campus, facilities, student athletes, campus security, fire safety, as well as preventing drug and alcohol abuse. Paper copies are available upon request by contacting the Office of Student Financial Aid. Florida Statute 1010.35•Screening Foreign Researchers Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant's 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).