CIS CUNY 2x Tech Academic Internship Specialist (Reopened) | CUNY Borough of Manhattan Communit[...]

kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk - Jobboard; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,465 - 79,188; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Retirement/pension benefits

Tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study

Job summary

Borough of Manhattan Community College is seeking a Higher Education Assistant to support CUNY 2x Tech initiatives. This role focuses on developing partnerships and enhancing student success in tech programs.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience, particularly in tech fields. Key responsibilities include managing paid internships, collaborating with faculty, and engaging with employers to identify workforce needs.

This position offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and four years of related experience.
• Experience in a tech field, preferably within or adjacent to NYC tech companies.

Responsibilities

• Support CUNY 2x Tech goals and student needs in the CIS Department.
• Secure paid internships and full-time job offers for new graduates.
• Supervise student internships and ensure adherence to College policies.

Skills

Program management

Data analysis

Communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT-related areas

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CUNY 2x Tech Academic Internship Specialist (Reopened)

Position: Higher Education Assistant at Borough of Manhattan Community College

Reporting to the Chairperson of the Computer Information Systems Department, the Internship Specialist supports CUNY 2x Tech by partnering with industry, creating career pathways, and enhancing student success in tech programs.

This position is grant funded; funding will be available through June 2025.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support CUNY 2x Tech goals and student needs in the CIS Department.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to provide academic support for students.
• Engage with employers to identify workforce needs, hiring challenges, and opportunities.
• Define skills and proficiencies needed for roles and explore partnerships to grow emerging industries.
• Secure partnerships with employers offering paid internships, apprenticeships, and full‑time positions for target majors.
• Cultivate employer relationships and share employment opportunities, referring qualified students when appropriate.
• Secure paid internships and full‑time job offers for new graduates, aligning with program objectives.
• Share knowledge with faculty, advisors, and the broader campus to integrate in‑demand skills.
• Report employment opportunities to the Program Manager to build cohorts of graduating students, prepare them for interviews, and support career goals.
• Collect and analyze program data, develop measurement criteria with partners, and enhance student learning outcomes.
• Act as liaison between the College and employer sponsors, monitoring internship success.
• Supervise student internships, ensuring adherence to College and governmental policies.
• Create and conduct orientation sessions and workshops for internship students; coordinate applications, interviews, and placement.
• Provide faculty orientation and development related to internship programs.
• Implement and evaluate competencies and other success factors.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree and four years of related experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in IT‑related areas and at least four years of related experience.
• At least 3 years of experience with program or project management.
• Previous familiarity with academic environments, particularly in STEM fields.
• Professional experience in a tech field, preferably within or adjacent to NYC tech companies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn CUNYfirst modules.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of the tech industry and its relationship to higher education.
• Experience with data and reporting (quantitative and qualitative).
• Experience in career services or economic/workforce development.
• Experience with community and business outreach, ideally in talent acquisition and outreach strategies.
• Experience working with non‑profit community‑based organizations.

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salary range: $75,465 – $79,188, commensurate with education and experience.
• Health plans, retirement/pension benefits, and savings plans.
• Tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study.
• Generous paid time off.
• Access to academic, arts, and athletic programs on campus.

EEO STATEMENT

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply. Italian Americans are also included among the protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.