Strategic Director of Internships & Career Development

Eastern Michigan University; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti invites applications for Director of Internships, Career Services and Professional Development in the College of Business. The role leads internship placement, professional development programming, and engagement with employers to connect classroom learning to professional practice.

You will oversee events like Company Days, etiquette sessions, and executive mentoring, build a robust employer network, and guide students from first-year readiness to job

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• At least 3 years in career services or related field.
• Ability to build relationships with employers and alumni.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty on student development.
• Strong public speaking and event management skills.
• Proficiency with career services platforms and office software.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end internship program for business students.
• Develop and expand employer partnerships regionally.
• Track outcomes and improve program quality.
• Coordinate Company Days and career events.
• Provide career advising to students one-on-one.

Skills

Public speaking

Event management

Employer relations

Career advising

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Career services platforms

Job description

Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti invites applications for Director of Internships, Career Services and Professional Development in the College of Business. The role leads internship placement, professional development programming, and engagement with employers to connect classroom learning to professional practice.

You will oversee events like Company Days, etiquette sessions, and executive mentoring, build a robust employer network, and guide students from first-year readiness to job