Washington College · 1 day ago
Assistant Director for Employer Relations and Experiential Learning
Chestertown, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expWashington College is seeking an Assistant Director for Employer Relations and Experiential Learning who will lead the cultivation of employer partnerships and expand opportunities for student career exploration and development. This role involves managing internship programs, coordinating employer engagement, and providing career support to students and alumni.
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Responsibilities
Develop an employer relations program that creates and sustains partnerships and develops pipelines for sourcing talent at the undergraduate level
Provide career advising/coaching and support to students and alumni who are exploring and seeking to gain experience and awareness of career options
Provide feedback on drafts of resumes, cover letters and personal statements
Conduct mock interviews and offer constructive, actionable feedback
Advise students/alumni in researching fields of interest and building connections through the alumni network and other professional communities
Prepare students for recruiting events including career fairs and employer interviews
Coach students/alumni on how to articulate the value of their liberal arts education, personal strengths, and experiences
Coordinate winter break externship program
Cultivate and maintain long-term relationships with employers to develop sustainable pipelines for full-time and internship hiring, applying strong networking, communication, and partnership-building skills
Utilize Handshake to share and source opportunities for employer and student engagement
Implement outreach strategies and maintain employer records in platforms such as Handshake and LinkedIn
Plan and execute career events including career fairs, tabling events, networking receptions, employer information sessions, and off-campus career programs, requiring strong organizational and event-coordination skills
Manage data collection and reporting to inform employer engagement strategies and student outcomes
Analyze usage trends in Handshake and other platforms to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
Partner with career advisors and faculty to provide supplemental support for students engaging in career readiness opportunities
Contribute to the development and delivery of preparation resources, information sessions, and communications that enhance student readiness and engagement
Design and coordinate the annual externship program, employer site visits, professional development opportunities, and skill-building experiences
Promote opportunities, facilitate participation, and evaluate program outcomes
Coordinate all aspects of experiential learning programs: source hosts, confirm dates, compile marketing materials, promote opportunities to students and faculty, prepare students and conduct assessments
Expand scope of industries/career fields represented including geographic diversity
Work with Alumni Relations/Advancement teams to identify potential alumni and parent hosts
Build and sustain relationships with the Signature Centers (Starr Center, CES, and the Lit House) to jointly promote experiential learning pathways, integrate center-based opportunities into career development initiatives, and deliver targeted preparation services for students
Collaborate with student affairs staff, student organizations, athletics, Greek life, and other campus groups to increase program visibility
Work with faculty, students and site supervisors to support approval processes and learning outcomes to ensure academic integrity
Serve as a liaison with the Registrar’s Office for tracking and recording experiences
Expand Signature Internship Program and manage communication, timelines, and expectations between students and employer hosts
Coordinate with the Global Education Office to ensure international students complete required documentation for CPT eligibility
Support diversity initiatives and conduct outreach to encourage participation among BIPOC students
Work with Marketing to promote outcomes and manage web content
Participate in meetings related to internship education, policy, and high impact practices
Coordinate centralized information for all internship funding sources
Collaborate with Director of Student Success and manage committee to review applications for funding and determine allocation
Communicate with Advancement, Alumni Relations regarding value of funding sources
Promote funding programs to students and faculty, present informational sessions, and support students through application process
Qualification
Required
Master's degree preferred. Graduate work in counseling, student development, higher education, or related fields highly desired
2–4 years of experience providing coaching, advising, training, or developmental support in higher education or related professional settings
Experience coordinating programs, guiding individuals through career or skill-building processes, or supporting learning and professional growth is strongly valued
Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to work effectively with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds
Effective presentation skills, proficiency with online platforms, digital communication tools, and social media
Proven ability to create and sustain strong partnerships with industry leaders, collaborate across diverse stakeholders, and engage external organizations to expand student opportunities
Company
Washington College
Washington College is a school in Chestertown.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (3)
2024 (8)
2023 (5)
2022 (5)
2021 (2)
2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1MKey Investors
TEDCOMaryland Department of Commerce
2025-08-06Grant
2025-06-10Grant· $1M
2023-07-27Grant
Leadership Team
Tricia Connor Biles
Assistant Dean
Recent News
2025-06-12
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