Internship Coordinator

Job Title: Internship Coordinator

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Internship Coordinator to join our team at Queens Community House. The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding students through their internship journey and ensuring they gain the skills needed for success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Internship Development & Management: Develop, secure, and oversee a diverse range of internship opportunities tailored to students' career interests and goals.
• Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with employers to ensure internships offer meaningful, compliant learning experiences.
• Conduct regular site visits and maintain consistent communication with employers and students to track progress and resolve issues.

Student Counseling & Support:

• Deliver personalized and group career counseling to support students' academic, social-emotional, and professional growth.
• Conduct frequent check-ins with students to evaluate their internship experiences, academic progress, and personal development.
• Assist students with resume building, interview preparation, and other career-related skills.

Program Coordination:

• Organize and lead career panels, job fairs, and workshops to expose students to various career paths and educational opportunities.
• Collaborate with LTW staff and school partners to ensure the program effectively addresses participants' needs.
• Monitor and assess program outcomes to ensure students meet internship hour requirements and overall program objectives.

Administrative Duties:

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of student participation, internship placements, and outcomes using Salesforce and other databases.
• Prepare detailed reports and maintain comprehensive records related to internships and student progress.
• Support the recruitment, intake, and orientation processes for new students entering the LTW program.

Community & Family Engagement:

• Engage with students' families to keep them informed and supportive of their children's involvement in the program.
• Partner with community organizations to enhance program offerings and provide additional resources for students.

What We Offer: Queens Community House offers a competitive salary based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid family leave, 403(b) retirement plan, and up to 27 days of annual leave.

Queens Community House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran.

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