Work Based Learning Internship Coordinator

Eckerd Connects • Laredo, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Work Based Learning Coordinator is responsible for facilitating the development and implementation of the School to Career/Work Based Learning program. This role involves facilitating meetings and activities to bring together employers, instructors, students, and center staff to ensure program success. The coordinator also generates work site opportunities that match trainee capabilities with employer requirements and serves as a liaison between departments to coordinate the Work-Based Learning program. Regular visits to work sites are required to cultivate relationships and coordinate guest speakers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or four years’ professional experience working with youth preferred.
• Two years’ experience in marketing, sales, or counseling related areas preferred.
• Prefer supervisory experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the development and implementation of the School to Career/Work Based Learning program.
• Facilitate meetings and activities to bring together employers, instructors, students, and center staff.
• Generate work site opportunities that match trainee capabilities and needs with employer requirements.
• Serve as liaison with Career Technical Training and Career Transition Services departments.
• Visit established work sites at least bi-monthly to cultivate work site relationships.
• Coordinate guest speakers in career training classrooms.
• Allow vocational instructors to visit work sites and trainees as required for the success of the Work-Based Learning program.

Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• PTO Exchange

What This Job Offers

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