Corporate Relations Coordinator (Part-time)

umd

College Park (MD)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 41,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park’s Department of Computer Science is seeking an External Relations Coordinator to support CPIC programs and partner engagement. The role involves planning corporate student events, coordinating industry meetings, and producing communications.

You will work with the Director of Corporate Partnership Development, manage newsletters, proposals, and reports, and assist with events across evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
One year of professional program, outreach, or event coordination experience.
Additional work experience may substitute for up to four years of education.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute CPIC events, speaker series, and student-focused programs.
Develop proposals and invoices for partners; track CPIC activities.
Prepare briefings, year-end reports, and newsletters for CPIC.
Coordinate on-campus meetings with industry partners.

Skills

Outreach strategies

Administrative procedures

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Mailchimp

Canva

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement: The Department of Computer Science is top-ranked for research and teaching, with its undergraduate computer science program ranked 9th among public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The undergraduate program currently educates over 4,000 students from around the world. The graduate program ranks 16th in the nation (9th among public institutions), with over 400 graduate students enrolled. Our faculty have been recognized with memberships in the National Academy of Engineering, fellowships in professional scientific organizations including ACM and IEEE, NSF Faculty Early Career Development awards and Sloan Fellowships.

Position Summary: As a member of the External Relations team, under the supervision of the Director of Corporate Partnership Development, this position will be responsible for contributing as needed to the successful completion of projects and events for the Corporate Partners in Computing (CPIC) program and other external relations activities. This position plays an integral role in supporting the team's activities, including planning and executing corporate sponsored career/internship recruiting events, managing CPIC member services, coordinating research meetings with industry, and collaborating with senior administrators on various tasks.

Due to the nature of the work, this position requires the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, on a regular basis.

Specific responsibilities include: Plans and executes corporate student events, speaker series, and other events targeted to students for CPIC. Supports and stewards corporate partnerships by preparing proposals and invoices for prospective and current partners, tracks CPIC member activities, and coordinates industry partner on-campus meetings. Supports funding efforts for student groups, faculty and CPIC. Prepares written briefings related to prospective companies, CPIC's year-end reports, and other CPIC related reports and newsletters. Sources information and produces a student-facing weekly announcement of corporate and relevant department events for CPIC. Additionally, produces a monthly newsletter for CPIC partners which highlights department events and news.

Physical Demands: Work takes place in both an office environment and in on-campus buildings. Must be able to sit for extended periods of time performing general office functions with periods of standing for event setup, registration, and event supervision. Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, push and reach with arms. Ability to lift and carry items up to 25 lbs. and arrange furniture for events. Will be required to attend evening or weekend events and ability to travel to on and off campus event locations.

Licenses/ Certifications: N/A

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One (1) year of professional program, outreach, or event coordination experience.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of outreach and marketing strategies.
Knowledge of clerical and administrative procedures and systems such as filing and record-keeping.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments.

Additional Job Details

Preferences

Experience using Google Workspace, Mailchimp, Canva, and similar design products.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to independently manage competing priorities in a complex and dynamic environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Required Application Materials

Cover letter and resume

Best Consideration Date

August 14, 2026

Posting Close Date

N/A

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Financial Disclosure Required

For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

Department

CMNS-Computer Science

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$38,795 - $41,300

Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosure of background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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