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Oberlin College

Experiential Learning Programs Coordinator /Manager

🇺🇸 Oberlin, OH 🕑 Temporary 💰 TBD 💻 Project Management 🗓️ August 14th, 2026

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Oberlin College is hiring an Experiential Learning Programs Coordinator/Manager. The role involves providing educational, administrative, financial, and logistical support for Winter Term programs, Study Away, and International Programs, under the supervision of the Director of Winter Term, Study Away and International Programs and the Dean of Arts & Sciences.

Highlights
  • Manage project proposal, application, and grant processes for Winter Term programs.
  • Coordinate the work of the Winter Term Committee.
  • Advise students, faculty, and staff on study abroad and international education opportunities.
  • Support student compliance with college policies and preparation for immersion experiences.
  • Develop and offer reflection and learning portfolio mentorship for students.
  • Collaborate with the Center for Engaged Liberal Arts to advance experiential learning beyond the classroom.
  • Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree, 2 years of higher education experience, basic financial management skills, experience with student development, and ability to establish positive relationships across diverse groups.
  • Compensation is a competitive hourly rate based on experience.
  • Position is full-time and temporary.

Experiential Learning Programs Coordinator /Manager Full Description

Experiential Learning Programs Coordinator /Manager
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To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at https://jobs.oberlin.edu. A complete application will be comprised of 1) a Cover Letter; 2) a Resume; 3) a list of three professional reference

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Job Summary  | Reporting to the Director of Winter Term, Study Away and International Programs and the Dean of Arts & Sciences, the Experiential Learning Programs Coordinator/ Manager provides educational, administrative, financial, and logistical support for on- and off-campus Winter Term programs, Study Away, and International Programs. This is a full-time, temporary position.

Founded in 1833, Oberlin is a private four-year, selective liberal arts college near Cleveland, Ohio and is also home to an outstanding Conservatory of Music. Together, the two divisions enroll approximately 2900 students. Oberlin College was the first college in the US to make interracial education and co-education central to its mission. The College continues to view a diverse, equitable and inclusive educational environment as essential to the excellence of its academic program.

Responsibilities  | The Office of Winter Term manages the project proposal, application, and grant processes for Winter Term and also coordinates the work of the Winter Term Committee. Oberlin’s Winter Term takes place each January for four weeks and encourages students to explore fields of study and experiential learning opportunities that may directly link to their major, but also encourages exploration beyond the major.

The Office of Study Away promotes international education (study abroad and away, global academic service learning, international internships, and faculty-led study abroad programs) by advising students, faculty, and staff on various opportunities and options; working with students and faculty to assure compliance with college policies; identifying appropriate opportunities; preparing students for an immersion experience; developing and offering opportunities for students for reflection and application of experience through learning portfolio mentorship; advocating on campus for global immersion experience; and supporting the mission of the Center for Engaged Liberal Arts.

The Center for Engaged Liberal Arts (CELA) comprises a range of offices that help students explore opportunities beyond the classroom through immersive, engaged learning experiences.
Qualifications  | Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field.
2 year of experience working in higher education
Experience with basic financial management.
Experience establishing relationships and positive communications across multiple dimensions of diversity.
Ability to navigate campus-community partnerships ethically and responsibly
Experience with student development in higher education.
Quick Link for Posting  | https://jobs.oberlin.edu/postings/17718
Compensation  | An competitive hourly rate based on experience
Special Instructions to Applicants  | To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at https://jobs.oberlin.edu. A complete application will be comprised of 1) a Cover Letter; 2) a Resume; 3) a list of three professional reference
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  2. Resume 
  3. List of References
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