Engineering Career Coach & Programs Lead

UWMSN University of Wisconsin Madison; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison's Engineering Career Services (ECS) supports engineering students and alumni with internships, co-ops, and full-time jobs. The team provides coaching on career readiness, resumes, interviewing, and networking, and collaborates with industry partners and alumni networks to create opportunities.

The role emphasizes planning major career events, advising on career decisions, and maintaining program records while expanding ECS outreach across campus and partner

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree preferred in higher education, student affairs or related field.
• At least 1 year in a student-facing/student services role in higher education.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, and manage programs for college students.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Able to work flexible hours including some nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Supports engineering students with internships, co-ops, and full-time job opportunities.
• Plans and executes complex events and programs with industry partners and alumni.
• Guides students on career preparation, resumes/cover letters, interviewing, and networking strategies.
• Maintains student and program records and career engagement data.
• Collaborates with advisors and unit liaisons to expand ECS reach and impact.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Program development

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Handshake

12Twenty

Microsoft Excel

Google Forms

LinkedIn

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison's Engineering Career Services (ECS) supports engineering students and alumni with internships, co-ops, and full-time jobs. The team provides coaching on career readiness, resumes, interviewing, and networking, and collaborates with industry partners and alumni networks to create opportunities.

The role emphasizes planning major career events, advising on career decisions, and maintaining program records while expanding ECS outreach across campus and partner