National Fellowship Coordinator

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement programs

Paid tuition

Dependent scholarships

Annual leave

Sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina seeks a National Fellowships Coordinator within the NFSP unit of SCHC to advise high-ability students on national fellowships and scholarships, emphasizing STEM fields. The role supports recruitment, workshops and program development in a dynamic, collegiate environment.

The coordinator collaborates across departments to promote opportunities, manages outreach, and ensures compliant advisement while contributing to USC's mission of academic excellence.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Strong computer skills, research skills, presentation skills, and problem solving.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret information accurately.
• Ability to take direction, initiate action, and work as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment and advisement of national fellowships and scholarships with a focus on STEM majors.
• Conduct workshops and provide individual advising.
• Assist in program development and administration.
• Support the academic mission of USC and the NFSP unit.

Skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork / direction following

Job description

National Fellowship Coordinator

Department: HNRS Fellowships and Scholar Programs

Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

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.

Job Summary

he National Fellowships Coordinator is a professional position in National Fellowships and Scholar Programs (NFSP), a unit in the South Carolina Honors College (SCHC). Staff members should possess a wide-ranging intellectual curiosity and a commitment to working with high ability students. The coordinator will perform a variety of duties in support of the recruitment and advisement of student considering and applying for national fellowships and scholarships with a focus on STEM majors and competitions. The coordinator will facilitate the recruitment and promotion efforts, conduct workshops, provide individual advising and assist in program development and administration. As a staff member in a multi-function unit, the position may include additional responsibilities as assigned to meet the needs of USC's academically talented students and to support the academic mission of the University.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, exercise good judgment and discretion, and be able to work courteously with diverse groups.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong computer skills, research skills, presentation skills, good problem solving skills, and the ability to use the internet and social media.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret information accurately are critical.
• The ability to take direction, initiate action, and work as a team member is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior advising with post-secondary high ability students.
• Working knowledge of national fellowship competitions.
• Familiarity with STEM disciplines.

Job Close Date09/20/2026

Benefits

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.je-1ec672f7b117433a94cfdf7e5f506ebd