Senior Student Program Coordinator (9732)

Job Posting Title: Senior Student Program Coordinator (9732)

Hiring Department: Cockrell School of Engineering

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details:

General Notes As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit.

Purpose: The Co-op Program Coordinator is responsible for the management of the Cooperative Engineering Education Program which includes course facilitation, grading, student tracking, employer relations, marketing, and more. Additionally, this position will serve as a career advisor for the Engineering Career Assistance Center, delivering first-rate career services for Cockrell School of Engineering students and alumni.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the enrollment, assignment of coursework, and grading for three co-op cohorts at any given time
• Promote co-op program and opportunities to students via digital/paper media and information sessions
• Recruit employer partners to offer co-op positions and grow the size of the program
• Collaborate with multiple campus partners, staff, and faculty to ensure seamless transition of students from school to work and vice versa
• Conduct individual advising sessions to help students/alumni make informed career decisions and to aid in preparation of job application materials
• Deliver career workshops and topical outreach presentations to general and targeted student populations
• Facilitate a First-Year or Transfer-Year Interest group with the aid of a student mentor by sharing school resources and ease students to campus life
• Assist with logistical and administrative details for career fairs, office-related events, and departmental events
• Produce marketing, promotional materials, and social media content for owned programs
• Coordinate additional programs which