The University of Texas at Dallas
Experiential Learning Special Programs Coordinator
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Richardson, TX
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $48K
💻 Other
🗓️ November 12th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
The University of Texas at Dallas is hiring an Experiential Learning Special Programs Coordinator. This role coordinates and manages experiential learning programs including employer site visits, job shadowing, and industry competitions while developing employer partnerships and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance student career readiness.
Highlights
- Coordinate logistics for experiential learning programs such as employer site visits, job shadowing, and industry competitions.
- Manage project-based learning initiatives including platforms like Riipen.
- Develop and maintain partnerships with employers and engage with educational institutions and students.
- Support marketing strategies to promote experiential learning events to increase participation and visibility.
- Assist in managing internship abroad and on-campus internship programs.
- Provide information and support to students and faculty on internship processes.
- Requires proficiency in program coordination and stakeholder engagement.
- Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in related field plus 3-5 years of relevant experience.
- Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree in Higher Education, Human Resources or related field and experience in early career talent recruitment and higher education program management.
- Salary range: $48,000 - depending on qualifications (DOQ), with comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, tuition benefits, retirement plan, and remote work options.
Experiential Learning Special Programs Coordinator Full Description
Experiential Learning Special Programs Coordinator
Posting Details
Posting Number | S06717P
Position Title | Experiential Learning Special Programs Coordinator
Functional Title | Experiential Learning Special Programs Coordinator
Department | Career Center
Salary Range | $48,000 - DOQ
Pay Basis | Monthly
Position Status | Regular full-time
Location | Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Posting Open Date | 11/10/2025
Posting Close Date | 11/21/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Desired Start Date | 12/01/2025
Job Summary | The Experiential Learning Special Programs Coordinator at the University Career Center is essential for coordinating our experiential learning initiatives. This role involves the coordination and logistics of programs, such as employer site visits, job shadowing, and industry competitions, to streamline operations and improve program effectiveness. The Coordinator is also pivotal in developing partnerships with employers, engaging with various stakeholders, and contributing to the strategic mission of preparing our students for successful careers.
Minimum Education and Experience | - Bachelor’s degree in related field.
– 3-5 years experience providing support to programs or projects or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience | Experience: Experience in early career talent recruitment, including engagement with college-level students and recent graduates, will be particularly valued. Prior experience in higher education programs, especially those focusing on experiential learning, student affairs, or career development. Experience in partnership development and stakeholder engagement.
Education: Master’s degree in Higher Education, Human Resources, or a related field.
Skills and Competencies:Strong organizational and strategic planning abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with educational institutions, students, and employers. Proficiency in managing multiple projects simultaneously with high attention to detail.
Other Qualifications | To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the logistics and coordination of several large experiential learning programs, such as employer site visits (Comet Treks), ensuring a seamless and impactful experience for both students and employers. Help manage project-based learning in classes (projects include the Riipen experiential learning platform and others). Help organize and oversee competition events in collaboration with employers, including challenges, hackathons, and other industry-focused competitions. Support comprehensive marketing strategies for all experiential learning events, effectively promoting participation among students and employers while enhancing program visibility and reputation. Assist in managing internship abroad programs and related initiatives. Support the management of the job shadowing program, including marketing, employer outreach, program assessment, and website updates. Collaborate with the Experiential Programs Team and Employee Relations Team to build and facilitate partnerships with employers, enhancing experiential learning opportunities for students and aligning programs with career readiness initiatives. Assist in managing the on-campus internship program, collaborating with Student Employment, HR, Payroll, academic internship coordinators, and hiring departments to ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Provide students and faculty with information regarding the internship process as needed. Assist with the academic internship review and approval process as needed. Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Physical Activities |
Working Conditions |
Additional Information | After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits Internal Training Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees TRS Retirement Plan Dental/Vision/AD&D Paid time off Fertility Benefits Remote Work Options – approved by department
All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message | 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
Position Title | Experiential Learning Special Programs Coordinator
Functional Title | Experiential Learning Special Programs Coordinator
Department | Career Center
Salary Range | $48,000 - DOQ
Pay Basis | Monthly
Position Status | Regular full-time
Location | Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Posting Open Date | 11/10/2025
Posting Close Date | 11/21/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Desired Start Date | 12/01/2025
Job Summary | The Experiential Learning Special Programs Coordinator at the University Career Center is essential for coordinating our experiential learning initiatives. This role involves the coordination and logistics of programs, such as employer site visits, job shadowing, and industry competitions, to streamline operations and improve program effectiveness. The Coordinator is also pivotal in developing partnerships with employers, engaging with various stakeholders, and contributing to the strategic mission of preparing our students for successful careers.
Minimum Education and Experience | - Bachelor’s degree in related field.
– 3-5 years experience providing support to programs or projects or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience | Experience: Experience in early career talent recruitment, including engagement with college-level students and recent graduates, will be particularly valued. Prior experience in higher education programs, especially those focusing on experiential learning, student affairs, or career development. Experience in partnership development and stakeholder engagement.
Education: Master’s degree in Higher Education, Human Resources, or a related field.
Skills and Competencies:Strong organizational and strategic planning abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with educational institutions, students, and employers. Proficiency in managing multiple projects simultaneously with high attention to detail.
Other Qualifications | To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the logistics and coordination of several large experiential learning programs, such as employer site visits (Comet Treks), ensuring a seamless and impactful experience for both students and employers. Help manage project-based learning in classes (projects include the Riipen experiential learning platform and others). Help organize and oversee competition events in collaboration with employers, including challenges, hackathons, and other industry-focused competitions. Support comprehensive marketing strategies for all experiential learning events, effectively promoting participation among students and employers while enhancing program visibility and reputation. Assist in managing internship abroad programs and related initiatives. Support the management of the job shadowing program, including marketing, employer outreach, program assessment, and website updates. Collaborate with the Experiential Programs Team and Employee Relations Team to build and facilitate partnerships with employers, enhancing experiential learning opportunities for students and aligning programs with career readiness initiatives. Assist in managing the on-campus internship program, collaborating with Student Employment, HR, Payroll, academic internship coordinators, and hiring departments to ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Provide students and faculty with information regarding the internship process as needed. Assist with the academic internship review and approval process as needed. Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Physical Activities |
Working Conditions |
Additional Information | After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits Internal Training Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees TRS Retirement Plan Dental/Vision/AD&D Paid time off Fertility Benefits Remote Work Options – approved by department
All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message | 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
- Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214
Human Resources,
800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418
Richardson,
TX 75080-3021
800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418
Richardson,
TX 75080-3021
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