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University of Texas at Arlington

Corporate Relations Coordinator

🇺🇸 Arlington, TX 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $4,500 per Month 💻 Sales 🗓️ April 13th, 2026

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The University of Texas at Arlington is hiring a Corporate Relations Coordinator. This role involves maintaining and developing relationships with employer partners, coordinating recruitment efforts to increase student engagement, and connecting faculty with corporate partners to foster mutually beneficial outcomes. The coordinator also manages employer databases, facilitates career development activities, and collaborates with various stakeholders to enhance corporate partnerships and student employment opportunities.

Highlights
  • Maintain and develop relationships with employer partners and prospects.
  • Serve as the main contact for corporate inquiries for new partners and sponsors.
  • Coordinate recruitment efforts and career opportunities for students.
  • Collaborate with university departments, Career Development Center, and alumni.
  • Develop and maintain a shared employer database.
  • Provide monthly and annual reports on employer engagement and student placements.
  • Gather and disseminate information on employment trends and professional skill needs.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field and at least 3 years of relevant experience required; sales experience is essential.
  • Preferred qualifications include a business degree from AACSB/EQUIS/AMBA accredited institution and 5 years of experience in recruiting or sales.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database applications; valid driver’s license required.
  • Salary up to $54,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Corporate Relations Coordinator Full Description

Corporate Relations Coordinator
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Posting Details
 Position Information 
Posting Number  | S06689P
Position Title  | Corporate Relations Coordinator
Department  | Business
Location  | Arlington
Position Status  | Full-time
Work Schedule  | Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm May require some evening and weekend hours. Will require travel to corporate locations in around the DFW area.
Salary  | Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $54,000.
Pay Basis  | Monthly

Job Summary  | The Corporate Relations Coordinator will maintain relationships with existing employer partners and develops a targeted prospect list of employers to recruit to campus to increase engagement and provide overall coordination for identifying and communicating career opportunities for students. Connects faculty and corporate partners for mutually beneficial outcomes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  | Maintains relationships with employer partners and develops a targeted prospect list of employers to recruit to campus to increase engagement and provide overall coordination for identifying and communicating career opportunities for students. Serves as the CoB main point of contact for corporate inquiries for new partners and sponsors. Work closely with departments and the Career Development Center to connect with employers on scheduling the Dr. Jackie Fouse Connection Court. Engage with alumni to identify employment opportunities for students. Develop and maintain a database of employers to be shared with the CoB departments, program advisors and directors. Provide monthly and annual reporting on employer engagement, student internships, and student placement. Work with employers to gather information on employment trends, professional skill needs and other labor-related issues that educate students and faculty. Disseminate this advice through the BCOM Professionalism Labs. Identify opportunities for career development activities. Assist with providing potential guest speakers for classes, Business Week, Accounting Firm Night, Finance and Real Estate Week, etc. Collaborate with the university Corporate Relations Director to enhance opportunities for the college.Solicit corporate partnership. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications  | Bachelor’s degree in business related field and three (3) years of relevant work experience or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role. Sales experience.

Preferred Qualifications  | Business bachelor’s degree from an AACSB/EQUIS/AMBA accredited institution and five (5) years of direct experience in a business, military, educational institution, or non-profit organization. Five (5) years of recruiting and/or sales experience. Excellent communication skills. Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Effective organizational skills, including the ability to plan for future events/projects and to execute on time. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects at one time.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  | Excellent oral and written communication skills. Intermediate to advanced skills in using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Experience using database applications. Strong customer focus, excellent attention to detail, and time management skills. Ability to generate new relationships with corporations. Ability to work well in teams or independently. Ability to utilize independent thinking, judgment, and decision-making skills. Strong organization, attention to detail, communication, and collaboration skills. Possess computer literacy skills.

Other Requirements  | Valid Drivers License.
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions  |
Benefits Eligible  | Yes
Benefits at UTA  | We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
CBC Requirement  | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement  | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information  | The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
ADA Accommodations  | The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
 Posting Detail Information 
Number of Vacancies  | 1
Open Until Filled  |
Minimum Number of References Required  | 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted  | 3
Special Instructions to Applicants  | Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * What is the highest form of education you have attained? (Please specify in your resume) 
    • High School Diploma
    • Associate's degree 
    • Bachelor's Degree 
    • Master's Degree or higher 
  2. * How many years do you have in marketing or recruiting in Higher Education? 
    • None/ less than 1 year
    • 1 to 2 years
    • 3 to 4 years
    • 5 years or more
  3. * How many years of professional experience do you have in the related field? 
    • None/less than 2 years
    • 2 to 3 years
    • 4 to 5 years
    • 6 years or more
  4. * Please indicate whether you have completed any UTA Leadership Development programs. 
    • Aspiring Leaders Program
    • MavsSupervisor Success Program
    • MavsManager Foundations Program
    • Leading People Credential (completion grants supervisory experience credit for internal entry-level supervisory roles)
    • None of the above
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume or CV
  2. Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents

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