Coordinator of Student Internships and Community Partnerships

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) seeks a Coordinator of Student Internships and Community Partnerships. The person in the role will help the Dean and Associate Dean of CAHSS develop our new, strategic initiative called Humanities in Action (HIA). HIA has three overarching goals: 1) to strengthen the collaborative relationship between UMD and non-profit organizations that are committed to community-oriented impact in Northeast Minnesota; 2) to provide paid internships to undergraduate UMD students who are majoring in a humanities field; and, 3) to co-create tools and strategies that increase inclusivity and equity in communities throughout our region. The person in this role will work with non-profit organizations in the region to build strategic partnerships and to develop experiential-based learning opportunities in the form of paid internships for CAHSS students in humanities majors. The position requires some work during evening and weekend hours and travel to internship sites throughout the region.

This is a full-time, 12-month position and it is privately funded through the year 2030. While there is an intention to seek continued funding beyond that point, ongoing support for the role (as any other) is not guaranteed.

Job duties/responsibilities:
The following duties are typical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

Community outreach and relationship building with select non-profit organizations (25%)

• Work collaboratively with CAHSS faculty and staff to deepen mutually beneficial relationships between UMD and select non-profit organizations in Northeast Minnesota with the intent to join them in partnership to achieve their goals and to create internship opportunities for CAHSS students.
• Plan and coordinate charrettes and other sessions with non-profit partners at UMD and in the community.
  
  Training for CAHSS faculty and students (25%)
• Co-plan and co-deliver training for UMD faculty at HIA Summer Institutes where they will learn best practices for successful, sustained partnerships with non-profit organizations.
• Co-plan and co-deliver continued professional development opportunities for UMD faculty who participate in HIA throughout the academic year.
• Co-create with CAHSS faculty and staff modules and lesson plans for HIA students during pre-internship, internship, and post-internship experiences.
  
  Shared oversight of student internships (20%)
• Meet with students (individually and in groups) to assist them in preparing for their internship search.
• Collaborate with HIA faculty and non-profit partners, who also share in internship oversight.
• Review and approve eligibility to enroll in an internship course.
• Advise students on internship placement.
• Problem-solve alongside non-profit and UMD partners when difficult situations/conflicts arise.
• Promote the value of internships to students and help them understand how such experiences fit into their experience at UMD and beyond.
• Publicize internship opportunities to students through presentations and outreach to student clubs/organizations (and in classes and other avenues as appropriate).
• Supervise student employees, as appropriate.
  
  Collaboration with partners at UMD (10%)
• Work with UMD Career Center and the UMD Public Engagement Office to continue to improve the internship experience for students and non-profit partners.
• Collaborate with the CAHSS Deans and UMD Career Center to help students articulate the skills developed in the internship experience for a variety of purposes and audiences.
• Partner with others at UMD as needed.
  
  Administrative work (10%)
• Work with faculty and staff to develop standard learning outcomes and expectations for students interns.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of evaluation and assessment practices, guiding data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform strategic planning for internal (UMD) and external (regional non-profit) partners.
• Maintain and organize records.
• Co-develop communication and marketing strategies for HIA.
• Assist with financial tasks, as needed.
  
  Service to the college &/or the campus (10%)
• Serve on college and/or campus committees as assigned. Use expertise and knowledge in providing thoughtful and helpful comments during discussions that lead to the creation and modification of policies, procedures, and action plans to improve the UMD experience for our students, staff, and faculty.
• Provide bi-annual updates to the CAHSS External Advisory Board and UMD Alumni relations.
  
  Other duties as assigned

Required qualifications:

• BA degree (or equivalent) in a humanities or related field, plus at least six years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree in a humanities or related field, plus at least four years of relevant experience.
• Proven track record of work in inclusion and community impact.
• Proven experience with Google Suite.
• Experience working with undergraduate students.
• Ability to travel independently to current and prospective internship sites.
• Ability to work regular business hours and some evenings and weekends.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience coordinating an internship or experiential learning program in an educational or non-profit setting.
• Experience course management systems like Canvas, and other university data management systems.
• Teaching, instructional, or coaching training experience.
• Experience in community outreach and relationship building.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for large groups and one-on-one interactions.
• Demonstrated success working effectively with diverse students or youth, colleagues, and/or communities.
• Awareness and knowledge of legal and policy issues impacting internships.
• Current knowledge of the employment market and trends.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to achieve broad goals.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and set direction of work to meet collegiate goals while using sound judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
  

Pay Range: $64,863.29 - $72,314.20; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume/ CV
• Cover letter

This position will remain open until filled.

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