Career and Professional Experience Coordinator

Arizona State University • Tempe, AZ

10d • $42,000 - $50,000

About The Position

ASU’s Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation (MLFC) is seeking a student-centered, detail-oriented, and relationship-driven Career and Professional Experience Coordinator to support internship, practicum, student teaching and other field-based experiences across all academic programs. As a key member of the Career and Professional Experience Services (CAPES) team, this role ensures students are connected with high-quality, career-relevant placements that align with their academic program requirements and professional goals. The coordinator supports students throughout the entire placement process and serves as a strategic connector between students, faculty, districts, employers, and institutional partners. This position plays an important role in helping students understand program, certification and placement requirements, navigate placement options and connect with appropriate resources to support their professional development. The coordinator also serves as a liaison throughout the placement experience which includes checking in with students, helping address any challenges and maintaining open communication with mentors, employers and schools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Nice To Haves

• Practical work experience in coordinating projects or programs
• Practical work experience in cultivating partnerships
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of student clinical placements within a PK-12 setting
• Ability to work effectively in an environment subject to limited supervision requiring independent decision making
• Practical work experience in meeting facilitation or conducting educational presentations
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in computer applications, particularly Excel
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Evidence of effective communication

Responsibilities

• Guides students through the placement process for internships, practicums, student teaching, and other field experiences across all academic programs
• Holds individualized coaching conversations to support students in selecting placements aligned with their program and career goals
• Helps students understand relevant certification, internship, and field experience requirements
• Serves as a liaison between students and placement sites, helping to maintain strong communication and address challenges during the experience
• Matches students with qualified mentors, schools, and employers, coordinating with faculty and institutional partners
• Collaborates with districts, educational organizations, and employer partners to sustain and grow high-quality placement opportunities
• Supports the accurate tracking and documentation of placements and mentor assignments
• Connects students to university and college resources for additional support related to career preparation and skill development
• Contributes to the continuous improvement of the placement process and student experience

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees