Employer Partnerships & Internship Coordinator

The Arc Jacksonville, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc Jacksonville, Inc. seeks a Community Outreach Specialist to foster strong relationships with local employers and develop internship opportunities for students in Career Campus and the OCT Program.

The role involves identifying sites, coordinating placements, preparing students for internships, and promoting inclusive employment for individuals with intellectual and developmental differences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution preferred.
• Experience in business development, community outreach, workforce development, education, or employment services preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental differences is preferred.
• Experience as a job coach, supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental differences in workplace settings, preferred.
• Experience working with Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), including familiarity with employment services, referrals, and the VR process, preferred.
• Strong relationship-building, networking, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish professional relationships with employers and community partners.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and take initiative in developing new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with local businesses and organizations to create internships and employment opportunities for students.
• Build and maintain a network of consistent internship sites where students can gain hands-on work experience.
• Identify new business partners and industries that align with students' interests and goals.
• Coordinate internship placements with program coordinators and instructors.
• Regularly communicate with employers to maintain partnerships and encourage participation.
• Conduct site visits to monitor student experiences and opportunities for collaboration.
• Assist students with interview preparation and workplace expectations.
• Collaborate with program staff to support student transitions into internships.
• Help employers understand how to include individuals with differences in the workplace.
• Participate in student transition and planning meetings to discuss opportunities and goals.
• Represent The Arc Jacksonville at community events and outreach activities to promote programs.
• Maintain records of employer contacts, partnerships, and student placements.
• Collaborate with VR and other agencies as appropriate to support employment goals.
• Pursue and maintain required Vocational Rehabilitation certification as an Employment Specialist as applicable.
• Complete other duties as assigned to support program success.

Skills

Relationship-building

Networking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Follow-through

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Arc Jacksonville, Inc. seeks a Community Outreach Specialist to foster strong relationships with local employers and develop internship opportunities for students in Career Campus and the OCT Program.

The role involves identifying sites, coordinating placements, preparing students for internships, and promoting inclusive employment for individuals with intellectual and developmental differences.