Internship Coordinator

University of South Carolina; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Carolina Lancaster is seeking an Internship Coordinator to recruit organizations for internships, assist students with preparing for internships, and collaborate with faculty to connect classroom learning with real-world experiences. The position requires a bachelor’s degree and at least one year of related experience, with strong Microsoft Office and career coaching skills.

The role offers a 37.5-hour workweek and a standard schedule of Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm, with

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree and 1+ years of related experience, which may be substituted by certification, training, education, and/or experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for advising students and coordinating with campus partners.
• Ability to plan, organize, and execute internship activities and career-related events.

Responsibilities

• Work with students to prepare for internships and identify appropriate sites for experiential learning.
• Develop and expand internship opportunities to connect classroom learning with real-world experiences.
• Coordinate with faculty and community partners to support experiential learning goals.
• Maintain internship records and track placement outcomes.

Skills

Career planning

Student assessment

Career coaching

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
A complete application must include the following:

• Completed application form
• Resume
• Contact information - including a phone number and email address - for a minimum of three professional references.

Anticipated Hiring Range Salary commensurate with qualifications.

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Part/Full Time Full Time

Hours per Week 37.5

Work Schedule

The standard work schedule will be Monday – Friday from 8:30am – 5:00pm.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category

Job Search Category Student Services

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Posting Summary Logo Posting Number STA00825PO26 Job Family Academic and Career Counseling Job Function Career Services USC Market Title Student Career Services Specialist Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/131743 Job Level P1 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Internship Coordinator Campus Lancaster Work County Lancaster College/Division USC Lancaster College/Division Level Department USC Lancaster - Palmetto College State Pay Range G07 USC Market Range MRD - $45,181 $55,347 $65,512 Anticipated Hiring Range Salary commensurate with qualifications. Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule The standard work schedule will be Monday – Friday from 8:30am – 5:00pm.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Basis 12 months Job Search Category Student Services About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Veterans' Preference Statement The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities. Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the \"Working at USC\" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description Advertised Job Summary This position would include the traditional management duties of an Internship Coordinator, such as recruiting organizations for internships, assisting students in preparing for internships and faculty with curriculum and credit issues; but also, the Internship Coordinator will work to develop and expand the tradition; concept of internships, to broaden the campus and community understanding of how to connect the classroom to other meaningful experiences.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Assessing student needs and working with them to accomplish career development plans and goals; knowledge of appropriate employment skills and ability to help students connect their experience to these skills; identify, select, and implement career coaching/advising/counseling interventions and techniques appropriate to student goals.

Written and verbal communication skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office programs; workshop/program planning and presentation skills; interpersonal and relationship building building skills; knowledge of student and career development theories and their application in practice; creative, conscientious, and dedicated; capable of multi-tasking and setting priorities within a team environment.

Job Duties Job Duty Work with students to prepare for productive internships and to identify appropriate sites for their experiential learning; conduct workshops and seminars to help students understand the benefits of discipline-specific internships, whether mandated by program requirements or not; administer career assessment tools and interpret results. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Work with faculty to support students in Graduation with Leadership Distinction; to develop new course-related opportunities for experiential learning, and to support faculty in linking curricular goals with career readiness whenever possible. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Work with community organizations, businesses, and university alumni to create a broad understanding of the wide range of short- and long-term internships benefiting both students and organizations; assist in writing internship position descriptions; publicize opportunities within the community and on campus; recruit a diverse range of organizations to participate. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Maintain and develop a listing of internship opportunities that will provide students an outstanding educational experience. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Provide practical job placement advice, such as resume construction and development, researching job positions, mock interviewing, etc.; assist in coordinating annual campus Career Fair. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Maintain records of internship placements and successful conversion of internship positions that lead to professional employment after graduation and to develop additional internship positions that may lead to professional employment. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty Support the university’s mission of community service and engagement by fostering the integration of students into the local community. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5

Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 02/01/2026 Job Open Date 11/06/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
A complete application must include the following:

• Completed application form
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Contact information – including a phone number and email address – for a minimum of three professional references.

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/215620

EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have at least a bachelor's degree and 1 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience?
  • Yes
  • No