Experiential Learning Coordinator, Honors EDGE

Montclair State University • Montclair, NJ

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About The Position

Reporting to the Executive Director, Honors EDGE, the Experiential Learning Coordinator provides essential support in planning, implementing, and assessing transformational learning opportunities for honors students. The Coordinator advances the program’s mission by ensuring equitable access to high-impact practices—including internships, undergraduate research, study abroad/away, and community-based learning—that align with the Honors EDGE pillars of creativity, leadership, and community engagement. This position plays a central role in fostering partnerships, coordinating logistics, and tracking outcomes to deliver a dynamic, student-centered honors experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum two years of professional experience in higher education, experiential learning, or student development.
• Demonstrated organizational, communication, and partnership-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and other systems (e.g., Banner, Workday).

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, experiential learning, or related field.
• Experience coordinating study abroad, internships, or research programs.
• Familiarity with student tracking systems as well as design and survey tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a portfolio of experiential opportunities tailored to honors students.
• Assist with logistics for study abroad and study away programs in collaboration with International Academic Initiatives and university partners.
• Coordinate course-integrated field experiences, including museum visits, theater trips, and civic site excursions.
• Assist faculty with planning and implementation of experiential components in honors seminars.
• Build and maintain internship pipelines through employer outreach, alumni networks, and industry partnerships.
• Coordinate job shadowing, career treks, and mentorship opportunities.
• Administer stipends for internships and capstone projects.
• Collaborate with the program leadership to support workshops on graduate school preparation, leadership development, and professional skills.
• Promote and track student participation in research, including proposal submissions, faculty mentor matching, and travel to present at conferences.
• Collaborate with program leadership to implement and manage Suitable for co-curricular and experiential milestone tracking.
• Collect and analyze data on student outcomes, including internships, research participation, and graduate school placement.
• Build relationships with nonprofits, civic agencies, and community organizations to expand service- learning and engagement opportunities.
• Develop programs that integrate creativity, civic leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Draft newsletters and announcements highlighting experiential learning opportunities.
• Support the Honors EDGE website, marketing materials, and social media in collaboration with University Communications.
• Staff recruitment and outreach events (Admitted Student Days, Open Houses, etc.) as needed.
• Provide on-site support for experiential events and travel programs, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Executive Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

Benefits

• The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level