Career and Student Experience Specialist

University of Nebraska – Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Employee and dependent scholarship"s

Robust retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is hiring a Career and Student Experience Specialist in Lincoln, NE. This role coordinates experiential learning opportunities and provides career development support to help students obtain internships, employment, graduate study, and professional practice.

You will build relationships with employers, alumni, and partners, collaborate across campus to connect students with resources, and track outcomes to inform program improvements aligned with college

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus two years of experience working with students in an educational support, counseling, or advising role.
• Demonstrated organization, time management, and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience with public speaking and coordinating programs for multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate state, national, and international experiential learning opportunities (internships, experiences, travel).
• Provide career development support for internships, employment, graduate study, and professional practice.
• Develop relationships with employers, alumni, and external partners to expand opportunities.
• Collaborate with faculty, UNL Global Affairs, and College partners to connect students with resources.
• Track and communicate learning activities and outcomes to support program improvements.

Skills

Public speaking

Organization

Time management

Verbal & written communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree substitute for experience

Job description

Career and Student Experience Specialist

Working Title Career and Student Experience Specialist

Department Hixson Lied Fine & Performing Arts-0898

Work Location Lincoln, NE

Job Type Full-Time

Open Until Filled Yes

Salary $43,000/year minimum

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Commercial Driver’s License required No

Position Overview

The Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a vibrant community of artists, scholars, and educators committed to excellence in creative expression, academic inquiry, and public engagement. Home to nationally recognized programs in music, theatre, film, dance, visual art, and design. The College fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and a deep connection between the arts and society.

As the Career and Student Experience Specialist, you will:

• Coordinate state, national, and international experiential learning opportunities, including internships, professional experiences, educational travel, and other career-connected activities.


• Provide career and professional development support that prepares students for high level internships, employment, graduate study, and professional practice.


• Develop relationships with employers, alumni, professional organizations, and other external partners to expand career and experiential opportunities for students.


• Collaborate with faculty, UNL Global Affairs and other University offices, as well as College partners to coordinate experiential activities and connect students and faculty with appropriate resources.


• Track and communicate career and experiential learning activities and outcomes to support College priorities and program improvement.

In the UNL system, this position is categorized as a Career Coach.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and certified as a Family Friendly Workplace. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays


• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage


• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education


• Robust retirement plans with university match

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years of experience working with high school or college students in an educational support, counseling, social work, achievement, advising, mentoring or related role. Master’s degree in a relevant field may substitute for experience. Demonstrated organization, time management, verbal and written communication skills. Experience with public speaking. Experience working collaboratively with and coordinating programs, projects, or events for multiple stakeholders. Ability to learn and translate extensive career information, policies, and procedures. Ability to both collaborate and self-manage.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred but not required: Knowledge of career pathways and professional practices within fine and performing arts or other creative disciplines. Experience developing or coordinating internships, experiential learning, career development, or other educational/professional activities, domestically or internationally. Experience building relationships with employers, alumni, community organizations, or other external partners. Experience working in higher education.

Contact Information

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Susan Ourada
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