Associate Director for Internships
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Type of Position:
Career Services
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Job Type:
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University of Arkansas FayettevilleFounded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills fostering a welcoming climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
Career Center Undergraduate and Student Programs
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Summary of Job Duties:
In support of Walton Career Connections the Associate Director for Internships and will oversee the administration of undergraduate and graduate student internships including internships for credit. Administration of internships and experiential learning includes but is not limited to oversight of the application process for domestic and international internship courses manage and lead the Internship preparatory courses develop programs and workshops for internships and correspondence with employers regarding internship expectations. The Associate Director will be responsible for working with the Career Consultants to track and manage data related to students participating in the internship experience and companies hiring students for internship opportunities. In coordination with the Senior Director for Career Services the Associate Director will develop strategies to grow opportunities for students in diverse industries and locations ensuring alignment with academic and career goals.Regular reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others. This position will require office hours of 8am-5pm Monday-Friday with in-person support of programming/events during office hours and occasionally nights and weekends.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Masters degree in business education counseling or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
A minimum of four years of work experience in corporate functions (e.g. finance accounting marketing CPG etc.) or relevant experience in career coaching and/or advising or recruiting for these industries
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective rapport with students alumni and recruiters
Demonstrated knowledge of job search and process management.
Proficiency with pivot tables in Excel for data analysis
Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems Learning Management Systems (e.g. Canvas) and/or Career Services platforms (e.g. Handshake VMock etc.)
One year working with students in a higher education environment
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
Deep knowledge of career fields within business education (specifically within Accounting and Finance; Marketing Sales Supply Chain Management and CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods); Human Resource Management and Entrepreneurship; Economics and Information Systems; and MBA and Specialty Masters Programs)
Exceptional resume writing interviewing and job search skills
Demonstrated project management abilities interpersonal skills and excellence in oral and written communication
Must be able to develop effective presentations and speak confidently to large audiences
Demonstrated ability to build rapport quickly to listen actively to adapt to changing situations and to coach and motivate others
Highly proficient with web-based resources spreadsheet and presentation software required (MS Word PowerPoint Outlook and Excel)
Must be able to provide in-person support of programming/events during office hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm and occasional evenings and weekends less than 10 evenings or weekends a semester
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Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Talking
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Benefits Eligible:
YesRequired Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
