University of South Carolina
Manager of Employer Development and Experiential Education
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $54K - $68K
💻 Other
🗓️ July 17th, 2025
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Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring a Manager of Employer Development and Experiential Education. The role involves promoting and managing experiential learning opportunities such as internships and cooperative education, collaborating with faculty, staff, and external partners to develop programs that provide students with practical career-related experiences. This position also establishes employer relationships and oversees internship program administration to align with the university's goals.
Highlights
- Manage internship, cooperative education, and experiential learning programs at the University of South Carolina, including administration of funding programs.
- Establish and maintain relationships with recruiters, employers, academic departments, and campus offices to enhance experiential education.
- Develop strategies for employer engagement including shadowing, externships, internships, and co-op programs.
- Coordinate the annual Internship Forum and provide training on best practices in experiential education.
- Collect and analyze data to assess program effectiveness and continuously improve experiential learning initiatives.
- Require strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with students, employers, faculty, and staff.
- Must hold a bachelor's degree in a related field with at least four years of job-related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred experience in career services, employer relationship development, or managing internship programs.
- Compensation ranges from $54,165 to $67,707 annually with a 37.5-hour workweek and standard working hours of 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, including flexibility to meet department needs.
- Part of the Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support within the SAAS Career Center.
Manager of Employer Development and Experiential Education Full Description
Manager of Employer Development and Experiential Education
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 August 30, 2025.
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
Logo |
Posting Number | STA00577PO25
Job Family | Academic and Career Counseling
Job Function | Career Services
USC Market Title | Student Career Services Specialist
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/142620
Job Level | P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Manager of Employer Development and Experiential Education
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department | SAAS Career Center
State Pay Band | 6
Approved Starting Salary | $54,165
Advertised Salary Range | $54,165 - $67,707
Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Student Services
Posting Number | STA00577PO25
Job Family | Academic and Career Counseling
Job Function | Career Services
USC Market Title | Student Career Services Specialist
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/142620
Job Level | P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Manager of Employer Development and Experiential Education
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department | SAAS Career Center
State Pay Band | 6
Approved Starting Salary | $54,165
Advertised Salary Range | $54,165 - $67,707
Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
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.
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 | Manager of Employer Development and Experiential Education
Are you passionate about connecting with students’ opportunities to enhance their experience and offer career exploration? Do you enjoy meeting new people and learning about new industries? Are you a dynamic, highly motivated team player with a positive attitude?
The Manager of Employer Development and Experiential Education will foster student engagement by promoting and facilitating participation in experiential learning opportunities, internships, cooperative education programs, service learning, research, and other high-impact practices. This position will facilitate, enhance, and expand experiential education initiatives for the university, aligning them with the overarching goals and mission of the institution. This role will collaborate with faculty, staff and external partners to design, develop, and implement experiential learning programs that provide students with meaningful hands-on, real-world experiences relevant to their career goals.
Primary Duties:
Manage internship, co-operative education, and other high-impact experiential learning programming for the University of South Carolina. Serve as primary administrator for the Internship Program and the internship funding program for the University. Establish relationships with recruiters and employers; assist them with designing and implementing strategies for developing shadowing programs, externships, internships and co-ops. Develop and maintain relationships with academic departments and offices across campus to understand unique internship program needs.
Perks:
Full-time pay with 37.5-hour work week. Generous paid time off. An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is next to the iconic USC Horseshoe, surrounded by amenities, so you’ll love where you work! Opportunities for professional development. Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Working at a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to a superior student experience.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BALBcUSl7ck
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 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 | Preferred applicants will have previous experience in career services, developing employer/corporate relationships, or managing experiential learning/internship initiatives.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | This individual will need to have the ability to function in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. An ideal candidate will have strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to interact with students, employers, faculty/staff, and other constituents.
Are you passionate about connecting with students’ opportunities to enhance their experience and offer career exploration? Do you enjoy meeting new people and learning about new industries? Are you a dynamic, highly motivated team player with a positive attitude?
The Manager of Employer Development and Experiential Education will foster student engagement by promoting and facilitating participation in experiential learning opportunities, internships, cooperative education programs, service learning, research, and other high-impact practices. This position will facilitate, enhance, and expand experiential education initiatives for the university, aligning them with the overarching goals and mission of the institution. This role will collaborate with faculty, staff and external partners to design, develop, and implement experiential learning programs that provide students with meaningful hands-on, real-world experiences relevant to their career goals.
Primary Duties:
Manage internship, co-operative education, and other high-impact experiential learning programming for the University of South Carolina. Serve as primary administrator for the Internship Program and the internship funding program for the University. Establish relationships with recruiters and employers; assist them with designing and implementing strategies for developing shadowing programs, externships, internships and co-ops. Develop and maintain relationships with academic departments and offices across campus to understand unique internship program needs.
Perks:
Full-time pay with 37.5-hour work week. Generous paid time off. An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is next to the iconic USC Horseshoe, surrounded by amenities, so you’ll love where you work! Opportunities for professional development. Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Working at a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to a superior student experience.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BALBcUSl7ck
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 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 | Preferred applicants will have previous experience in career services, developing employer/corporate relationships, or managing experiential learning/internship initiatives.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | This individual will need to have the ability to function in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. An ideal candidate will have strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to interact with students, employers, faculty/staff, and other constituents.
Job Duties
Job Duty | EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM MANAGEMENT: Manage internship, co-operative education, and other high-impact experiential learning programming for the University of South Carolina. Serve as primary administrator for the South Carolina Internship Program, the internship funding program for the University of South Carolina System. Develop collaborative, sustainable projects with campus partners related to experiential education. Map or connect experiential learning opportunities to academic curriculum and develop educational content through experiential learning workshops. Offer guidance and support to students seeking experiential learning opportunities. Adopt and manage technology tools necessary for successful implementation of programs and initiatives. Confer with the Office of Risk Management and Legal Counsel on policies, procedures, and practices.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30
Job Duty | EMPLOYER RELATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT: Establish relationships with recruiters and employers; assist them with designing and implementing strategies for developing shadowing programs, externships, internships and co-ops, etc. Evaluate and approve positions for participation in the programs based on the quality of the learning experience available to students. Consult with potential employers/recruiters on the development of programs and positions, as well as strategies for outreach and engagement. Provide guidance and support resources, as appropriate, to employers and recruiters. Develop employer leads by scheduling and facilitating in person and virtual consultations with target employers across all industries, educate them about USC’s talent pipeline and assist them in the development of recruitment strategies on campus. Represent the University with external constituents at employer sites, trade shows or professional association conferences, industry events, and Chamber of Commerce events.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30
Job Duty | CAMPUS COLLABORATION AND RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT: Develop and maintain relationships with academic departments and offices across campus to understand unique internship, co-op, etc. needs. Develop and manage campus relationships, which are critical to achieving program goals. Provide oversight and direction to campus colleagues related to experiential learning. Develop and maintain initiatives to promote standardized best practices across campus. Provide training and support to faculty and staff on best practices in experiential education and high-impact practices, promoting a unified approach across the institution.
Coordinate annual Internship Forum to support training and development of campus partners in best practices around internships and experiential education. Coordinate with office, unit, university, and division communications teams to develop a wide variety of marketing collateral to promote experiential education programs. Develop marketing tool-kits and solicit the assistance of colleagues in other functional areas to promote experiential education opportunities to students. Identify student success stories for promotional materials, videos, etc.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20
Job Duty | ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION: Collect and analyze data (qualitative and quantitative) to assess the effectiveness and impact of internships, co-ops, and other experiential learning initiatives. Prepare reports for university leadership on outcomes. Stay abreast of current research, literature and trends related to experiential learning, industry, career services and higher education. Benchmark and adopt leading and best practices in experiential education. Develop and implement assessment strategies to measure the impact of experiential education initiatives on student learning, progression, and career readiness. Use data to continuously improve program effectiveness.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15
Job Duty | OTHER: Oversee designated projects or initiatives related to experiential education, employer relations, or the Career Center. Provide assistance and support for initiatives and programs within the Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support, specifically the Student Success Unit, and the broader institution. Offer support for various activities, including committee participation, professional development, move-in, Orientation, Admissions events, Family Weekend, and other special projects as requested.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30
Job Duty | EMPLOYER RELATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT: Establish relationships with recruiters and employers; assist them with designing and implementing strategies for developing shadowing programs, externships, internships and co-ops, etc. Evaluate and approve positions for participation in the programs based on the quality of the learning experience available to students. Consult with potential employers/recruiters on the development of programs and positions, as well as strategies for outreach and engagement. Provide guidance and support resources, as appropriate, to employers and recruiters. Develop employer leads by scheduling and facilitating in person and virtual consultations with target employers across all industries, educate them about USC’s talent pipeline and assist them in the development of recruitment strategies on campus. Represent the University with external constituents at employer sites, trade shows or professional association conferences, industry events, and Chamber of Commerce events.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30
Job Duty | CAMPUS COLLABORATION AND RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT: Develop and maintain relationships with academic departments and offices across campus to understand unique internship, co-op, etc. needs. Develop and manage campus relationships, which are critical to achieving program goals. Provide oversight and direction to campus colleagues related to experiential learning. Develop and maintain initiatives to promote standardized best practices across campus. Provide training and support to faculty and staff on best practices in experiential education and high-impact practices, promoting a unified approach across the institution.
Coordinate annual Internship Forum to support training and development of campus partners in best practices around internships and experiential education. Coordinate with office, unit, university, and division communications teams to develop a wide variety of marketing collateral to promote experiential education programs. Develop marketing tool-kits and solicit the assistance of colleagues in other functional areas to promote experiential education opportunities to students. Identify student success stories for promotional materials, videos, etc.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20
Job Duty | ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION: Collect and analyze data (qualitative and quantitative) to assess the effectiveness and impact of internships, co-ops, and other experiential learning initiatives. Prepare reports for university leadership on outcomes. Stay abreast of current research, literature and trends related to experiential learning, industry, career services and higher education. Benchmark and adopt leading and best practices in experiential education. Develop and implement assessment strategies to measure the impact of experiential education initiatives on student learning, progression, and career readiness. Use data to continuously improve program effectiveness.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15
Job Duty | OTHER: Oversee designated projects or initiatives related to experiential education, employer relations, or the Career Center. Provide assistance and support for initiatives and programs within the Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support, specifically the Student Success Unit, and the broader institution. Offer support for various activities, including committee participation, professional development, move-in, Orientation, Admissions events, Family Weekend, and other special projects as requested.
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.
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
Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1
Desired Start Date |
Job Open Date | 07/16/2025
Job Close Date | 08/30/2025
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 August 30, 2025. 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/190906
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Desired Start Date |
Job Open Date | 07/16/2025
Job Close Date | 08/30/2025
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 August 30, 2025. 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/190906
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Optional Documents
- List of References and Contact Information
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