Remote Internship & Workforce Partnerships Lead

Generation West Virginia; United States; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Generation West Virginia (GWV) is seeking a dynamic Placement Coordinator to expand internship opportunities across northern West Virginia by building employer partnerships and coordinating placements for students and recent graduates.

The role offers hybrid/remote work with travel in the region, a salary range of 55,000–60,000 plus benefits, and professional development. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in workforce development, higher education, or employer relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, communications, HR, education, or related field.
• 2+ years in workforce development, higher education, talent recruitment, or employer relations.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Knowledge of West Virginia's economic/workforce landscape is a plus.
• Willingness to travel regionally for employer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with employers hosting interns.
• Design internship and entry-level opportunities aligned with workforce needs.
• Track internships and report placements using CRM/database systems.
• Support regional events, roundtables, and career workshops.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Organizational skills

Project management

CRM software

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, communications, HR, education, or related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Generation West Virginia (GWV) is seeking a dynamic Placement Coordinator to expand internship opportunities across northern West Virginia by building employer partnerships and coordinating placements for students and recent graduates.

The role offers hybrid/remote work with travel in the region, a salary range of 55,000–60,000 plus benefits, and professional development. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in workforce development, higher education, or employer relations.