Externship Programs Coordinator

American Career College; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

American Career College seeks an externship coordinator to guide students from classroom learning to hands-on externships and eventual employment in healthcare. You will secure and manage externship sites, supervise student placements, and support graduates in job-search activities.

The role emphasizes building relationships with local employers, ensuring program objectives are met, and maintaining confidentiality of student information while delivering high-quality career readiness support.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating externship sites and contracts.
• Strong relationships with local employers and community partners.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle student data with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, facilitate, and supervise externship training for students.
• Locate, maintain, and renew externship sites and contracts with colleges.
• Schedule and supervise externship assignments and advise students on site choices.
• Assist graduates with job interviews and entry-level opportunities in healthcare.
• Provide excellent customer service to current and graduating students aligned with the college mission.

Skills

Externship coordination

Contract management

Employer relations

Student advisement

Diversity & inclusion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CHEA-accredited program graduate

Job description

American Career College seeks an externship coordinator to guide students from classroom learning to hands-on externships and eventual employment in healthcare. You will secure and manage externship sites, supervise student placements, and support graduates in job-search activities.

The role emphasizes building relationships with local employers, ensuring program objectives are met, and maintaining confidentiality of student information while delivering high-quality career readiness support.