Hybrid Internship Coordinator — Career-Connected Learning

RFCUNY Research Foundation of the City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RFCUNY Employee Benefits

Job summary

RFCUNY is seeking an Internship Coordinator to support LaGuardia’s priority career-connected learning initiative, promoting paid work-based opportunities and coordinating with Industry Specialists, Career Services, and the Office of Student Employment.

This grant-funded, in-person position (with the option for some remote work) through September 2027 offers opportunities to extend funding and develop robust reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree along with 3 years of relevant experience in academic student success or workforce training programs.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills.
• Experience providing student support, academic advising, or career development guidance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, Handshake, Symplicity, EAB Navigate or other data management and tracking tools.
• Commitment to supporting first-generation college students in a dynamic college setting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to develop a comprehensive workflow process that ensures smooth integration of internship activities and effective resource usage.
• Coordinate with faculty program directors, advisors, and Career Services Office to maximize industry partnerships that benefit LaGuardia students.
• Liaise with LaGuardia’s CUNY Beyond/CUNY Inclusive Economies Industry Specialists to document internship placements.
• Support student outreach activities including information sessions and internship preparation.
• Share knowledge with faculty, advisors, and the broader campus to encourage connections with in-demand skills.
• Participate in orientation and co-curricular events.
• Support student HR processes by liaising with the Office of Student Employment.
• Ensure consistent student engagement through mentoring, communications, and follow-up support throughout paid internship opportunities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Project management

Student support/advising

Career development guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Handshake

Symplicity

EAB Navigate

Job description

RFCUNY is seeking an Internship Coordinator to support LaGuardia’s priority career-connected learning initiative, promoting paid work-based opportunities and coordinating with Industry Specialists, Career Services, and the Office of Student Employment.

This grant-funded, in-person position (with the option for some remote work) through September 2027 offers opportunities to extend funding and develop robust reporting.