Corporate Engagement Specialist (Temporary) - Penn Engineering

Upenn; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 9,600 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania, located in Philadelphia, seeks a Corporate Engagement Specialist (Temporary) to act as the primary contact for corporate partners and to foster connections among companies, faculty, students, and university programs.

The role supports research collaboration, talent pipelines, and educational partnerships, coordinating meetings, workshops, and campus tours while managing CRM records and engagement metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, business, technology, or related field and 2–3 years in business development, corporate partnerships, industry engagement, technology commercialization, or program management.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with corporate, academic, nonprofit, or entrepreneurial stakeholders.
• Experience managing programs, projects, or initiatives in a complex organizational environment.
• Strong customer-facing skills, including opportunity assessment, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management.
• Experience using CRM platforms and tracking engagement activities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an initial point of contact for companies interested in engaging with Penn Engineering and facilitate introductions to faculty, programs, and resources.
• Coordinate and host virtual and in-person meetings, campus visits, and lab tours, with timely follow-up.
• Represent Penn Engineering at conferences and external events as appropriate.
• Develop engagement plans and regular touchpoints for strategic corporate partners.
• Coordinate with entrepreneurship, alumni relations, and development teams to align outreach efforts.

Skills

Relationship management

CRM experience

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM platforms

Job description

## Corporate Engagement Specialist (Temporary) - Penn EngineeringApply: School Eng & Applied Sciece - 107 Towne - 1st Floor: Full time: Posted Today: JR00128006**University Overview**The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been consistently ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers.Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.**Posted Job Title**Corporate Engagement Specialist (Temporary) - Penn Engineering**Job Profile Title**Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt**Job Description Summary**The temporary Corporate Engagement Specialist supports Penn Engineering's industry engagement initiatives by serving as a primary point of contact for corporate partners and facilitating meaningful connections between companies, faculty, students, and university programs. Working closely with the Executive Director for Corporate Engagement, this role helps identify, cultivate, and manage relationships that advance research collaboration, talent pipelines, educational partnerships, and strategic engagement opportunities. The position combines relationship management, business development, program coordination, and event execution. The successful candidate will possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills, professional business acumen, and the ability to represent Penn Engineering effectively to external stakeholders. This role requires a proactive, self-directed individual who can manage multiple initiatives, communicate effectively with diverse audiences, and operate successfully in a dynamic environment.**Job Description****Corporate Engagement & Partner Relations*** Serve as an initial point of contact for companies interested in engaging with Penn Engineering.* Assess corporate interests and facilitate introductions to appropriate Penn Engineering faculty, programs, and resources.* Coordinate and host virtual and in-person meetings, campus visits, and laboratory tours.* Document meetings and engagement activities, ensuring timely follow-up and communication with stakeholders.* Support planning and execution of corporate engagement events, workshops, and networking activities.* Represent Penn Engineering at conferences and external events as appropriate.**Faculty & Research Engagement*** Develop familiarity with Penn Engineering research strengths, centers, programs, and faculty expertise.* Assist in preparing materials that showcase Penn Engineering capabilities to corporate audiences.* Support outreach efforts that connect faculty research interests with industry needs and opportunities.* Coordinate faculty participation in strategic engagement activities, conferences, and partner meetings.**Relationship Management & Operations*** Maintain accurate records of engagements and partner interactions within CRM systems.* Develop engagement plans and regular touchpoints for strategic corporate partners.* Coordinate with entrepreneurship, innovation, alumni relations, and development teams to align outreach efforts.* Track key metrics and prepare reports for leadership review.**Special Projects*** Support the development and implementation of new corporate engagement initiatives and pilot programs.* Conduct research and benchmarking to identify emerging opportunities for industry collaboration.* Assist with strategic projects that advance Penn Engineering's corporate engagement goals.**Qualifications:*** Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, business, technology, or a related field and two to three years of experience in business development, corporate partnerships, industry engagement, technology commercialization, program management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.* Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with corporate, academic, nonprofit, or entrepreneurial stakeholders.* Experience managing programs, projects, or initiatives in a complex organizational environment.* Strong customer-facing skills, including opportunity assessment, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management.* Experience using CRM platforms and tracking engagement activities.* Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.* Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.* Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take initiative.* Experience in a university, research institution, startup ecosystem, or technology-focused environment preferred.**Working Conditions:*** Office-based role with occasional events requiring evening or weekend hours.* Frequent use of computer systems and software, including social media and marketing tools.**Job Location - City, State**Philadelphia, Pennsylvania**Department / School**School of Engineering and Applied Science**Pay Range**$7.25 - $35.00 Hourly RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.**Equal Opportunity Statement**The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.**Special Requirements** A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.**University Benefits*** **Health and Life**: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.* **Retirement**: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.