Global Industry Relations Manager - Tech & Startups

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University Questrom School of Business seeks an Industry Relations Manager to cultivate relationships with startup and mid-sized tech employers, expanding internship and full-time opportunities for Questrom students. The role emphasizes international student sponsorship options and strong employer networks to identify quality programs and opportunities.

The IRM will travel to major metro areas, collaborate with faculty and alumni, and market Questrom’s career resources to the wider tech

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. or equivalent required.
• 5+ years related experience in executive search, corporate relations, development, or major account sales and marketing.
• Marketing and sales expertise.
• Knowledge of entrepreneurial and start-up ecosystems.
• Familiarity with executive search, college placement, or university development.
• Demonstrated ability to set and meet targets.
• Excellent time management.
• Unquestionably high integrity.
• Knowledge of employment trends.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Demonstrated proficiency in developing and sustaining professional networks.
• Ability to travel throughout the year: road visits to recruiters; travel to major metropolitan areas and some domestic/international travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with startup/early growth and mid-sized technology employers and business units across sectors including AI, SaaS, cybersecurity, robotics, health tech, and digital health.
• Conduct new business development to cultivate employer relationships and expand internship and job opportunities for Questrom students.
• Sponsor and support CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, and visa sponsorship opportunities for international students.
• Build and maintain networks with employers, recruiters, and BU Questrom alumni to align opportunities with student interests and strengths.
• Engage employer partners for on- and off-campus recruiting events and collaborate with faculty and student organizations.

Skills

Executive search

Corporate relations

Development

Marketing & sales

Entrepreneurial ecosystems

University development

Networking

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Boston University Questrom School of Business seeks an Industry Relations Manager to cultivate relationships with startup and mid-sized tech employers, expanding internship and full-time opportunities for Questrom students. The role emphasizes international student sponsorship options and strong employer networks to identify quality programs and opportunities.

The IRM will travel to major metro areas, collaborate with faculty and alumni, and market Questrom’s career resources to the wider tech