Experiential Programs Coordinator (Career Development)

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT); Blacksburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech's Career and Professional Development (CPD) is seeking a Program Coordinator to design, implement, and assess experiential learning programs that connect students with work-based opportunities. You will coach students, deliver presentations on professional development topics, manage events, and collaborate with campus partners to expand curricular and co-curricular experiences.

This exempt, full-time role requires strong communication, organization, and a dedication to inclusive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and strong communication, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Excellent administrative, multitasking, and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with project management, event planning, and stakeholder relationships.
• Experience with design software and marketing strategies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate experiential and professional development programming including design, implementation, resource allocation, timeline, and assessment.
• Support work-based learning opportunities for students and professional competency development.
• Coach students and deliver presentations on experiential learning and professional development topics.
• Collaborate with campus partners to advance curricular and co-curricular experiential learning initiatives.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Administrative skills

Project management

Event planning

Relationship building

Design software

Marketing strategies

Initiative and innovation

Diversity appreciation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Design software

Marketing tools

Job description

Virginia Tech's Career and Professional Development (CPD) is seeking a Program Coordinator to design, implement, and assess experiential learning programs that connect students with work-based opportunities. You will coach students, deliver presentations on professional development topics, manage events, and collaborate with campus partners to expand curricular and co-curricular experiences.

This exempt, full-time role requires strong communication, organization, and a dedication to inclusive