This is the Borough of Manhattan Community College LinkedIn University Page. Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC), a nationally recognized leader in urban-serving education, is one of 24 colleges within the City University of New York (CUNY) system. BMCC is the borough’s first Community College and the largest college in CUNY, enrolling approximately 27,000 students in degree programs and 12,000 more students in continuing education programs. Students represent 155 countries around the world. BMCC students obtain associate degrees in 31 fields and are instructed by over 414 full-time dedicated faculty members who must maintain a portfolio of scholarship and research. To meet the needs of its students, the College offers courses and programs online, in offsite locations, in the evenings, and on weekends. BMCC is committed to a student-centered education and advancing knowledge through scholarly research. Community College Week recently ranked the College fifth in the nation for the number of associates degrees awarded to underrepresented groups. It was also ranked #1 in awarding degrees to African-Americans in the Northeast; #2 for awarding associate degrees in business; and # 3 for awarding associate degrees in communications technology, by The U.S. Department of Education and the Institute of International Education. For more information about BMCC, please visit us at www.bmcc.cuny.edu.

Mission Statement:

Borough of Manhattan Community College is a vibrant, pluralistic learning community committed to the intellectual and personal growth of students. Working closely with organizations across New York City and beyond, we prepare students from around the globe for degree completion, successful transfer, career achievement, lifelong learning, and civic participation.

Reports to the Director of Internships and Experiential Learning. Work specifically with departments/majors that require internships (Accounting, Business Management, Small Business/Entrepreneurship, Multimedia Programming & Design, Video Arts & Technology), as well as those recommending internships (CIS and Communications), and will work directly with students for other possible sponsored experiential learning opportunities. Evening/weekend hours may be needed.

Conduct outreach to engage new community partners and expand relationships for internships and other opportunities.

Tracks and maintains records of student internships and engagement activities.

Collaborates with supervisor and staff to analyze, and present program data.

Uses trends and assessment data to assist supervisor in developing and initiating new and innovative solutions to best engage with external community partners, manage events, and reach departmental goals.

Manages office communication tools (i.e. newsletter, social media , print material) to increase visibility of the office and opportunities.

Coordinates events including, but not limited to, panels and employer information sessions.

Supervises Federal Work Study students employed at the office.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW:

Supports an academic internship program providing career development and professional work experience.

Acts as liaison between the College and employer sponsors, monitoring the success of students' internship experiences

Supervises student internships, assuring adherence to related College and governmental policies and regulations

Creates and conducts orientation sessions and workshops for students in the internship program; coordinates applications, interviews, and placement as part of overall student outreach

Provides faculty orientation and development related to internship programs

Implements and evaluates competencies and other success factors

Performs related duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.

Excellent communication skills required.

Experience working in project/program management, internship management, employer development, recruitment, marketing, business partnerships, business development, higher education, or related field preferred.

Proficiency in using CSM (i.e. Symplicity) and similar platforms.

Familiarity with academic advising and degree audit software.

Strong attention to detail.

Database management and reporting skills are essential.

Ability to train others on procedures.

Comfortable with public speaking to deliver presentations.

Previous positions which include career advisement duties.

Experience in working with and supporting underrepresented populations, and deep commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion goals.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Salary $44,552 - $55,782

Please apply using the CUNYfirst  Portal:

https://cuny.jobs/new-york-ny/academic-internship-specialist/B8DFB3BE061A4E83A5888DCEE70A8CFF/job/