Job No: 497646 Work Type: Staff Full-time Department: Katz School Location: Beren Campus, 245 Lexington Avenue, NY, NY Categories: Academic Administration, Student Services
Position Summary:
The STEM Internship and Employer Relations Manager takes the lead in recruiting, developing, and organizing STEM graduate internships; developing employer relationships that lead to jobs for STEM graduate students; and supporting the professional development of STEM graduate students. This role is pivotal in ensuring that STEM graduate students have a successful transition from academia to the professional world and that the school delivers on its promise to students.
Position Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
Internship/Job Placement:
Maintain an updated database of internship and job postings relevant to our graduate programs.
Facilitate the internship and job application process, including resume referrals, interview scheduling, and offer negotiation support.
Track internship and job placement rates and outcomes, providing reports to assess program effectiveness.
Employer Relationship Management:
Develop commitments for jobs and internships.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with a diverse network of employers across various sectors, focusing on industries relevant to our STEM graduate programs (computer science, data analytics, cybersecurity, digital marketing, biotech, etc.).
Proactively reach out to potential employers to identify internship and job opportunities aligned with our students' skills and career goals.
Coordinate employer information sessions, career fairs, and on-campus recruitment events.
Professional Development:
Research and stay informed about emerging industry trends and employer needs.
Develop and implement innovative programs and initiatives to enhance student career readiness and employability.
Collaborate with faculty advisors to integrate career development into the academic curriculum.
Collaborate with academic departments to align career development initiatives with curriculum objectives.
Experience & Educational Background:
Education:
Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., higher education administration, career counseling, human resources) preferred.
Experience:
2+ years of experience in leading internship programs, employer relations, and similar areas.
Proven track record in building relationships with employers and facilitating successful internship and job placements.
Demonstrated experience working with graduate students or professionals in tech/science fields.
Skills & Competencies:
Skills:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
Excellent networking and relationship-building abilities.
Proficient in career development theories and practices.
Knowledge of relevant industries and job markets.
Proficient in using career services software and platforms.
Additional Considerations:
This position may require occasional evening and weekend work to attend career fairs and networking events.
The STEM Internship and Employer Relations Manager should have a passion for helping students achieve their career aspirations.
Familiarity with technology tools and platforms used in the tech industry is a plus.
Application Instructions:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references to be called if under consideration for the position
Salary Range:
$85,000 - $125,000
About Us:
Yeshiva University (YU) is a top research university in the heart of New York City. The Katz School of Science and Health is Yeshiva University's flagship school for STEM. We are research scientists, tech builders , and patient-centered clinicians working on problems that matter. We focus on industry sectors that are central to the modern economy: Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Digital Media, and Fintech, as well as Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies and Speech-Language Pathology.
Katz School faculty take an interdisciplinary approach to research and education, fostering the creativity, collaborative thinking and builder mindset required to take on today's toughest problems. Over the last five years, we have launched ten master's and doctoral programs with 92% graduation rates, 100% licensure pass rates, 95% post-graduation employment in high-paying careers, and students and alumni from over 30 countries.
The Katz School is a close-knit community with a big network, nestled in the heart of a big city. We are global in reach, with faculty and students from across the United States and around the world-and also deeply embedded in New York City's rich professional and social fabric. With a vibrant campus life and city at our fingertips, the Katz School is where bold, purpose-driven people come to create, connect , and explore. Read about projects at Katz.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
Yeshiva University has been transforming lives for more than a century. Nowhere but here can students have a personal, small college experience while benefitting from the academic rigor of a top ranked research university. Since its inception YU has been dedicated to melding the ancient traditions of Jewish law and life with the heritage of Western civilization, and each year we celebrate as future leaders make YU their home. Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.