The University of South Carolina is hiring an Experiential Learning Coordinator for its South Carolina Honors College. The role runs the college's undergraduate research program and coordinates its summer study abroad experiences and related scholarships. The coordinator works directly with students and serves as the college's liaison to the Undergraduate Research Office and the Education Abroad Office.
Highlights
Coordinate the Honors College's undergraduate research program, including policies, budget, student applications, selection, notification, and research grant workshops.
Serve as liaison to the Undergraduate Research Office and to faculty offering research opportunities, and keep data on student participation in research.
Coordinate international summer study abroad opportunities with the Education Abroad Office and outside providers, developing new offerings based on student demand.
Recruit faculty to teach study away courses with the associate dean, and manage course travel budgets, contracts, and post-travel faculty reimbursements.
Run the application, selection, and notification process for study abroad scholarships, scholarly presentation awards, and poster printing grants.
Manage the ordering, inventory, and distribution of graduation involvement regalia.
Bachelor's degree in a job-related field and two or more years of related experience, with program management experience preferred.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Full-time position, Monday through Friday, with an anticipated hiring range of $49,700 to $60,882.
Experiential Learning Coordinator Full Description
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by November 15, 2026.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
· Health and Life Insurance
· Retirement Programs
· Paid Tuition
· Dependent Scholarships
· Annual Leave
· Sick Leave
· 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
· Paid Parental Leave
· Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Logo | Posting Number | STA00800PO26 Job Family | Student Enrichment Job Function | Student Experience USC Market Title | Student Experience Coordinator Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133984 Job Level | P2 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) | Experiential Learning Coordinator Campus | Columbia Work County | Richland College/Division | South Carolina Honors College Department | HNRS South Carolina Honors College State Pay Range | G08 USC Market Range | MRE - $49,700 $60,882 $72,065 Anticipated Hiring Range | $49,700 - $60,882 Location of Vacancy | Part/Full Time | Full Time Hours per Week | 37.5 Work Schedule | Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00pm with one hour for lunch, the hours per week is 37.5
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Basis | 12 months Job Search Category | Student Services
About USC
About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Veterans' Preference Statement | The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | Honors College staff members should possess a wide-ranging intellectual curiosity and a commitment to working with high-achieving students. The Experiential Learning Coordinator works directly with students and will coordinate all aspects of the College’s undergraduate research program, including policies, budget, workshops, application, selection and assessment. This position also serves as the SCHC liaison to the Undergraduate Research Office. The incumbent will coordinate SCHC summer study abroad experiences, and serve as the SCHC liaison to the USC Education Abroad Office. The Coordinator will also manage study away scholarships and scholarly presentation travel grants. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials | Preferred Qualifications | Some knowledge of USC policies, procedures, and programs is preferred. Program management experience is preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Ability to function in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Well organized, have excellent written and oral communication skills, be able to deal diplomatically with various constituent groups and be proficient in Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Word and PowerPoint). Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret information accurately.
Job Duties
Job Duty | SCHC Research ProgramCoordinates the College’s undergraduate research program, including all associated engagement and communication. Manages the student application, selection, and notification process. Serves as the SCHC liaison to the Undergraduate Research Office and faculty offering research opportunities. Effectively manages the program budget and associated reporting. Maintains data on SCHC student participation in research. Coordinates and oversees digital and face-to-face communication, meets with faculty and students, ensures related web and social media content are updated, holds research grant workshops. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 40Job Duty | Study AbroadCoordinates all associated engagement and communication for international summer study abroad opportunities. Serves as the SCHC liaison to the USC Education Abroad Office and outside study abroad service providers. Widely publicizes study abroad experiences to students, advisors and campus partners. Maintains current opportunities and develops new ones based on the study away demand data collected. In coordination with the associate dean, actively recruits and cultivates faculty to teach study away courses. Manages business-related aspects of SCHC course travel including course budget design and implementation, contract management, coordination with outside providers and the Education Abroad Office and post-travel faculty reimbursement processing through the SCHC business office. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 40Job Duty | Scholarships and AwardsCoordinates study abroad scholarships including advertising, application, selection, and notification process. Coordinates the year-round SCHC scholarly research presentation awards including advertising, application, selection, and notification. Manages poster printing grant process. Keeps webpages up to date. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Involvement RegaliaManage all aspects of graduation involvement regalia including ordering, inventory, and distribution. Purchase and replenish custom graduation involvement regalia, as needed. Maintains accurate records of inventory and historical data. Works with organization advisors to prepare accurate list of eligible graduating students each semester. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Other DutiesAdditional duties and responsibilities, in support of other activities of the Honors College. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 5
Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1 Desired Start Date | Job Open Date | 10/26/2026 Job Close Date | 11/15/2026 Open Until Filled | No Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by November 15, 2026.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:· Health and Life Insurance· Retirement Programs· Paid Tuition· Dependent Scholarships· Annual Leave· Sick Leave· 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)· Paid Parental Leave· Professional Development Opportunities Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/214879 EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
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* Do you have at least a Bachelor’s degree and 2 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience?
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* Why are you interested in this particular job in the Honors College at USC? (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience working in higher ed, or in a complex office environment. (Open Ended Question)
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