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Assistant Director of Experiential Education

🇺🇸 New York, New York 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $66K - $72K 💻 Career Services 🗓️ September 28th, 2026
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Columbia University is hiring an Assistant Director of Experiential Education to join the Center for Career Education (CCE), developing and overseeing internship programs for undergraduate students across Columbia College, the Fu Foundation School of Engineering, and the School of General Studies. The role combines program management, student outreach, and one-on-one career counseling, working closely with the Associate Dean of Experiential Education to help students secure internships and other professional opportunities. This full-time, on-site role is based in New York, NY, paying $66,300-$72,000 per year.
  • Coordinate student involvement and participation in CCE internship programs with the Associate Dean of Experiential Education.
  • Develop a calendar of events to publicize opportunities, market program benefits, and inform students about application processes.
  • Design pre-program and professional development training for internship program participants.
  • Serve as the point of contact for students interested in CCE's internship programs and manage specific programs directly.
  • Provide individual and group career counseling to students in experiential education programs, including daily "quick question" rotations.
  • Develop print and online resources that market program experiences to the student body and wider University community.
  • Develop assessments and analyze data and learning outcomes for the program.
  • Coordinate the selection process for Columbia students entering CCE internship programs.
  • Travel nationally on behalf of CCE to build relationships between employers, educational institutions, and Columbia.
  • Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience in career services, student affairs, or related fields required; proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office/365, and Salesforce strongly desired.

Assistant Director of Experiential Education Full Description

Position Summary
The Center for Career Education (CCE) is an innovative team of career services professionals dedicated to supporting the diverse body of students and alumni in reaching their personal and professional goals, providing networking connections, experiential learning opportunities and jobs, comprehensive resources, and customized career counseling. CCE serves undergraduate students and alumni in Columbia College, the Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, and the School of General Studies, and collaborates with Career Centers across Columbia University and its affiliated institutions.

The Assistant Director of Experiential Education works closely with the Experiential Education team to develop internship programs for students from the three schools served by CCE, overseeing program implementation and taking primary responsibility for educating and informing students about program benefits. This includes offering information sessions, organizing pre-program and other professional development events, and encouraging student participants to utilize the Center's resources. The role also offers career counseling and practice interviews to program participants.

Responsibilities
  • Work closely with the Associate Dean of Experiential Education to coordinate student involvement and participation in CCE internship programs.
  • Develop a calendar of events to publicize opportunities, market program benefits, and inform students about application processes.
  • Develop pre-program and other career professional development training for all participants, alongside the team.
  • Act as the point of contact for students interested in CCE's internship programs, and take responsibility for managing specific programs.
  • Provide individual and group counseling to students engaged in experiential education programs, and help them secure future opportunities.
  • Participate in the Center's daily "quick question" rotation for career counseling and conduct one-on-one counseling appointments with students.
  • Develop opportunities to market program experiences within the Center, the student body, and the wider University community, including print and online resources.
  • Develop assessments and analyze data and learning outcomes of the program.
  • Work closely with the team to coordinate the process by which Columbia students are selected for CCE internship programs.
  • Travel nationally on behalf of CCE to develop appropriate and mutually beneficial relationships between employers, educational institutions, and Columbia.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
  • A minimum of 2-4 years of related experience in career services, student affairs, graduate recruitment, university relations, and/or marketing required.
  • Desire to help students gain internships and other professional experiences; excellent career counseling and program development experience required.
  • Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work within a diverse, small team required.
  • Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office/365, and Salesforce strongly desired.
  • Ability to travel on behalf of CCE to develop and maintain relationships with employers and alumni.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in a relevant area preferred.