Assistant Director, Internships & External Partnerships

Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet. The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking an Assistant Director for Internships and External Partnerships to join the team as part of its comprehensive effort to prepare students for academic and postgraduate success. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Initiatives, s/he will enhance, facilitate, and promote meaningful internships and enriching career-related experiences through the Arts & Sciences Program for Internship Experiences (ASPIRE) program. The successful candidate will collaborate with students, faculty, employers, and other stakeholders to create a robust and diverse range of internship programs and external partnerships that support our mission and the career development of our students. Primary Responsibilities: • Administer all aspects of the ASPIRE program including oversight of the academic internship program including, developing internship opportunities, cultivating and maintaining relationships with community/employer partners, alumni and fostering internship opportunities in diverse fields that match the interests and skillsets of our students • Manage ASPIRE’s logistical aspects, including coordinating with employers, students, and academic departments / faculty to ensure a smooth internship experience. Establish and nurture relationships with external organizations, alumni, corporations, and community partners to create and maintain internship opportunities. Develop and implement strategies to engage employers and promote our organization as a preferred destination for talented interns. Act as a liaison between our organization and external partners, ensuring a productive and mutually beneficial partnership. • Design and implement events, programs, and workshops to create opportunities for Arts & Sciences students to connect with employers and educate students about careers and career pathways • Responsible for hiring, training and supervision of staff and students; including the development and evaluation of annual goals and objectives, and conduct annual performance reviews. • Collect data and feedback from students, employers, and faculty to assess the effectiveness of internship programs and external partnerships. • Prepare and present regular reports to the College leadership, highlighting program outcomes, trends, and opportunities for improvement. • Represent ASPIRE at relevant career fairs, conferences, and industry events to increase visibility and engagement with potential partners. • Connect students with relevant internship opportunities that align with their academic and professional aspirations. • In coordination with the College’s Development Office, build and maintain strong relationships with industry partners, companies, alumni, parents, and organizations to develop a network of internship opportunities. • Collaborate with various faculty, academic departments, industry partners, and employers to ensure the successful placement and development of interns. • Assist students in preparing for the internship application process, including resume and cover letter reviews, interview coaching, and professional etiquette guidance. • Monitor interns' progress during their placements and offer support as needed to ensure a successful experience; collect feedback from interns and employers to assess the effectiveness of the internship program and identify areas for improvement. • Maintain current knowledge of recruiting trends, industry characteristics, job specifications and requirements, industry vocabulary, and industry/employer culture • Ensure internal control oversight and compliance with laws and regulations, safeguarding of assets, compliance with University policies and procedures, reliability of internal and external reporting, and efficiency and effectiveness of operations Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience. Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered. Ability to travel and work some evenings and weekends. Previous experience in career counseling, student services, human resources, or a related field is highly desirable. Strong networking and relationship-building skills to engage with employers and secure internship opportunities. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively guide and advise students. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff Pay Grade: A10 The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation. The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride. The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019. The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022. Transforming lives With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe. The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service.