Internship Coordinator - SUNY Polytechnic Institute

Research Foundation for SUNY Polytechnic Institute; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare and dental benefits

Vision and pension plans

Generous paid time off

Job summary

SUNY Polytechnic Institute in Utica, NY seeks an Internship Coordinator to support experiential learning for students, especially EOP and ACE participants. You will coordinate internship opportunities, coach students, and strengthen employer partnerships to improve access to high-impact experiences.

Working with Career Services, faculty, and partners, you will manage eligibility, tracking, and assessment while expanding programs across the university.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Human Resources, Business, Counseling, Communications, or related field.
• 1–3 years of professional experience in career services, workforce development, experiential learning, employer relations, higher education, or related field.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary internship coordinator for students in EOP and ACE programs, offering individualized guidance.
• Collaborate with academic departments and campus partners to expand experiential learning opportunities.
• Support grant-funded and institutional internship initiatives, including eligibility, tracking, and reporting.
• Coordinate development, implementation, and assessment of internship programs across the institution.
• Act as the main point of contact for students, faculty, and employers in internship programs.
• Assist students in identifying, applying for, and securing internships aligned with goals.
• Support onboarding, learning agreements, evaluations, and program documentation.
• Monitor participation and outcomes, maintaining accurate records and metrics.
• Ensure compliance with SUNY and employer policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Written & verbal communication

Collaborative relationship building

Workshop facilitation

Microsoft Office proficiency

HandShake or career platform knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, or related field

1–3 years professional experience in career services or workforce development

Tools

Microsoft Office

Student information or career management systems

Handshake platform experience

Job description

SUNY Polytechnic Institute is New York State's premier public polytechnic, highly regarded for leading the pursuit of knowledge and innovation through interdisciplinary engagement and collaboration across its four colleges - Arts & Sciences, Business, Engineering, and Health Sciences. SUNY Poly isaCollege of Distinctionand nationally ranked byForbesandU.S. News & World Report.

Guided by a bold vision for societal impact, the universityadvances use-inspired research and transformative collaborations that drive economic development, technological progress, and humanitarian solutions - locally in the Mohawk Valley region and in communities around the globe.

SUNY Poly is a proud, resilient community with like minds and like spirits who are inspired by a distinctive STEAM education and social experience that prepares its graduates for the 21st century workforce. The university is guided by a mission and vision that is grounded in "elevating impact" and in living out the values of Accountability, Community, Empathy, Gratitude, Inclusion, Innovation, Kindness, and Respect.

SUNY Poly's campus is located in Utica, N.Y., in the heart of the picturesque Mohawk Valley, where you will find the convergence of affordability, opportunity, and quality of life. Residents of the greater Utica area enjoy a lower cost of living than most cities while being part of a region undergoing a vibrant technological and economic renaissance.

Job Description:

The Internship Coordinator serves as a key member of the Office of Workforce Development, supporting SUNY Polytechnic Institute's commitment to preparing students for career success through meaningful experiential learning opportunities. While this position serves all SUNY Polytechnic Institute students through Career Services, it provides dedicated support to students participating in the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) and Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE), ensuring these student populations receive individualized career coaching, internship placement assistance, and access to high-impact experiential learning opportunities.

Working collaboratively with Career Services, faculty, employers, and community partners, the coordinator develops and manages internship opportunities that align with students' academic and career goals, with particular emphasis on increasing access to high-impact experiential learning for students who benefit from individualized support.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary internship coordinator for students participating in the EOP and ACE programs, providing individualized guidance throughout the internship search process.
• Collaborate with EOP, ACE, academic departments, and campus partners to identify students who would benefit from experiential learning opportunities while ensuring services remain accessible to all SUNY Poly students.
• Support the coordination of grant-funded and institutionally supported internship initiatives, including student eligibility, tracking, reporting, and assessment.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and assessment of internship and experiential learning programs across the institution.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, and employers participating in internship programs.
• Assist students in identifying, applying for, and securing internships aligned with their academic and career interests.
• Support internship onboarding, orientation, learning agreements, evaluations, and program documentation.
• Collaborate with academic departments to expand experiential learning opportunities within the curriculum.
• Monitor internship participation and outcomes while maintaining accurate records and reporting metrics.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, SUNY, and employer policies related to internships and experiential learning.

Career Coaching & Student Development -

• Provide individualized career coaching to all SUNY Poly students, with intentional outreach and comprehensive support for students participating in EOP and ACE.
• Conduct resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile reviews.
• Coach students on internship and job search strategies.
• Prepare students for interviews through mock interviews and interview preparation.
• Assist students with career exploration, career planning, and graduate school decision-making.
• Deliver workshops and classroom presentations on career readiness topics including:
• Networking
• Professional communication
• Internship preparation
• Interviewing
• Career readiness competencies

Employer & Community Engagement -

• Support the Director of Career Services to leverage employer partnerships that create equitable access to internships and experiential learning opportunities, particularly for students participating in EOP, ACE, and other student success initiatives.
• Collaborate with regional industry partners to develop talent pipelines that support workforce needs.
• Assist in coordinating employer recruitment events, career fairs, networking events, and internship showcases.
• Promote internship opportunities through Handshake and other communication platforms.
• Represent SUNY Poly at employer meetings, community events, and workforce development initiatives.

Program Support & Assessment -

• Assist with strategic initiatives within the Office of Workforce Development.
• Collect and analyze internship and career outcomes data.
• Prepare reports demonstrating program participation and student success.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance student and employer engagement.
• Support grant-funded workforce initiatives and special projects as assigned.
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Human Resources, Business, Counseling, Communications, or a related field.
• One to three years of professional experience in career services, workforce development, experiential learning, employer relations, higher education, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with students, faculty, employers, and community partners.
• Experience presenting workshops or facilitating group programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and student information or career management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Student Affairs, Business Administration, Workforce Development, or a related field.
• Experience coordinating internships or experiential learning programs.
• Experience using Handshake or similar career management platforms.
• Familiarity with NACE Career Readiness Competencies and career coaching best practices.
• Experience working with employer engagement, workforce development initiatives, or grant-funded programs.
• Knowledge of experiential learning models and higher education partnerships.

Additional Information:

Initial review of applications will begin October 2026. Posting will remain open until filled

SUNY Polytechnic Institute offers exceptional benefits such as healthcare, dental, vision, pension plans, competitive pay, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, life insurance and long-term disability insurance.

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