Career Services Coordinator
Inside Higher Ed, Columbia, SC, United States
Overview
Honors College staff members should possess a wide-ranging intellectual curiosity and a commitment to working with high-achieving students. As Career Services Coordinator, the incumbent will serve as instructor of record for SCHC internship courses and coordinate the promotion, implementation and evaluation of the program. The incumbent will develop and manage alumni connections initiatives, connecting SCHC students to SCHC alumni, working alongside the SCHS development team and Career Services Director.
Responsibilities
SCHC Internship Program: Coordinates the promotion, implementation and evaluation of year-round SCHC internship courses. Promotes SCHC internships to employers and students. Assists in the preparation of students for internship experiences. Manages administrative and operational functions of the SCHC Internship Program. Serves as primary instructor of record for multiple sections of SCHC internship courses (fall, spring and summer), and facilitates the Blackboard courses. Communicates accurate and relevant information regarding the honors internship program to staff and students via multiple communication channels, including emails and the SCHC Newsletter.
Career Development: Develops and executes career/professional development workshops, meetings and presentations exclusively for SCHC students. Collaborates with SCHC student organizations and groups for workshop or presentation requests (may also bring in campus partners such as the Career Center).
Alumni Initiatives and Connections: Manages the process of connecting Honors College alumni to current students for career development opportunities. Creates initiatives that allow students to conduct informational interviews and job shadowing with SCHC alumni. Oversees SCHC alumni requests to hire SCHC students for internships or jobs. Works closely with SCHC Development staff to host alumni events that support students in their career development.
Post-Undergraduate Educational Support: Provides guidance to SCHC students and advisors on pre-professional topics and initiatives. Supports students interested in pursuing post-undergraduate education by developing innovative programming. Serves as liaison with the Office of Pre-Professional and Graduate Advising, and as primary contact for students interested in attending law school, collaborating with the SCHC Manager of Special Program on USC Rice School of Law initiatives and outreach.
Scholarships: Promote all available scholarships pertaining to the honors internship program, including the Summer Smith Taylor Scholarship, on the website and SCHC newsletter. Supports and assists Career Services Director in application review and decision making process.
Other duties: Additional duties and responsibilities, in support of other activities of the Honors College.
Qualifications
Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior career coaching experience in a university career center, academic unit or industry.
Prior teaching experience in higher education.
Some knowledge of USC policies, procedures and programs.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Applicants must have the ability to function in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
The successful candidate will be well organized, have excellent written and oral communication skills, be able to deal diplomatically with various constituent groups and be proficient in Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret information accurately are critical.
Job Duties
SCHC Internship Program
Coordinates the promotion, implementation and evaluation of year-round SCHC internship courses. Promotes SCHC internships to employers and students. Assists in the preparation of students for internship experiences. Manages administrative and operational functions of the SCHC Internship Program. Serves as primary instructor of record for multiple sections of SCHC internship courses (fall, spring and summer), and facilitates the Blackboard courses. Communicates accurate and relevant information regarding the honors internship program to staff and students via multiple communication channels, including emails and the SCHC Newsletter.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage Of Time
35
Career Development
Develops and executes career/professional development workshops, meetings and presentations exclusively for SCHC students. Collaborate with SCHC student organizations and groups for any workshop or presentation requests (may also bring in campus partners such as Career Center).
Percentage Of Time
20
Alumni Initiatives and Connections
Manages the process of connecting Honors College alumni to current students for career development opportunities. Create initiatives that allow students to conduct informational interviews and job shadowing with SCHC alumni. Oversee SCHC alumni requests to hire SCHC students for internships or jobs. Works closely with SCHC Development staff to host alumni events that support students in their career development.
Essential Function
No
Post-Undergraduate Educational Support
Provides guidance to SCHC students and advisors on pre-professional topics and initiatives. Supports students interested in pursuing post-undergraduate education by developing innovative programming. Serves as liaison with the Office of Pre-Professional and Graduate Advising, and as primary contact for students interested in attending law school, collaborating with the SCHC Manager of Special Program on USC Rice School of Law initiatives and outreach.
Percentage Of Time
15
Scholarships
Promote all available scholarships pertaining to the honors internship program, including the Summer Smith Taylor Scholarship, on the website and SCHC newsletter. Supports and assists Career Services Director in application review and decision making process.
Percentage Of Time
5
Other duties
Additional duties and responsibilities, in support of other activities of the Honors College.
Other details
Safety Sensitive Or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous Weather Category
Non-Essential
Number Of Vacancies
1
Job Open Date
04/16/2026
Job Close Date
05/10/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Additional Information
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 May 10, 2026.
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.
Quicklink For Posting:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204967
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, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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Honors College staff members should possess a wide-ranging intellectual curiosity and a commitment to working with high-achieving students. As Career Services Coordinator, the incumbent will serve as instructor of record for SCHC internship courses and coordinate the promotion, implementation and evaluation of the program. The incumbent will develop and manage alumni connections initiatives, connecting SCHC students to SCHC alumni, working alongside the SCHS development team and Career Services Director.
Responsibilities
SCHC Internship Program: Coordinates the promotion, implementation and evaluation of year-round SCHC internship courses. Promotes SCHC internships to employers and students. Assists in the preparation of students for internship experiences. Manages administrative and operational functions of the SCHC Internship Program. Serves as primary instructor of record for multiple sections of SCHC internship courses (fall, spring and summer), and facilitates the Blackboard courses. Communicates accurate and relevant information regarding the honors internship program to staff and students via multiple communication channels, including emails and the SCHC Newsletter.
Career Development: Develops and executes career/professional development workshops, meetings and presentations exclusively for SCHC students. Collaborates with SCHC student organizations and groups for workshop or presentation requests (may also bring in campus partners such as the Career Center).
Alumni Initiatives and Connections: Manages the process of connecting Honors College alumni to current students for career development opportunities. Creates initiatives that allow students to conduct informational interviews and job shadowing with SCHC alumni. Oversees SCHC alumni requests to hire SCHC students for internships or jobs. Works closely with SCHC Development staff to host alumni events that support students in their career development.
Post-Undergraduate Educational Support: Provides guidance to SCHC students and advisors on pre-professional topics and initiatives. Supports students interested in pursuing post-undergraduate education by developing innovative programming. Serves as liaison with the Office of Pre-Professional and Graduate Advising, and as primary contact for students interested in attending law school, collaborating with the SCHC Manager of Special Program on USC Rice School of Law initiatives and outreach.
Scholarships: Promote all available scholarships pertaining to the honors internship program, including the Summer Smith Taylor Scholarship, on the website and SCHC newsletter. Supports and assists Career Services Director in application review and decision making process.
Other duties: Additional duties and responsibilities, in support of other activities of the Honors College.
Qualifications
Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior career coaching experience in a university career center, academic unit or industry.
Prior teaching experience in higher education.
Some knowledge of USC policies, procedures and programs.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Applicants must have the ability to function in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
The successful candidate will be well organized, have excellent written and oral communication skills, be able to deal diplomatically with various constituent groups and be proficient in Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret information accurately are critical.
Job Duties
SCHC Internship Program
Coordinates the promotion, implementation and evaluation of year-round SCHC internship courses. Promotes SCHC internships to employers and students. Assists in the preparation of students for internship experiences. Manages administrative and operational functions of the SCHC Internship Program. Serves as primary instructor of record for multiple sections of SCHC internship courses (fall, spring and summer), and facilitates the Blackboard courses. Communicates accurate and relevant information regarding the honors internship program to staff and students via multiple communication channels, including emails and the SCHC Newsletter.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage Of Time
35
Career Development
Develops and executes career/professional development workshops, meetings and presentations exclusively for SCHC students. Collaborate with SCHC student organizations and groups for any workshop or presentation requests (may also bring in campus partners such as Career Center).
Percentage Of Time
20
Alumni Initiatives and Connections
Manages the process of connecting Honors College alumni to current students for career development opportunities. Create initiatives that allow students to conduct informational interviews and job shadowing with SCHC alumni. Oversee SCHC alumni requests to hire SCHC students for internships or jobs. Works closely with SCHC Development staff to host alumni events that support students in their career development.
Essential Function
No
Post-Undergraduate Educational Support
Provides guidance to SCHC students and advisors on pre-professional topics and initiatives. Supports students interested in pursuing post-undergraduate education by developing innovative programming. Serves as liaison with the Office of Pre-Professional and Graduate Advising, and as primary contact for students interested in attending law school, collaborating with the SCHC Manager of Special Program on USC Rice School of Law initiatives and outreach.
Percentage Of Time
15
Scholarships
Promote all available scholarships pertaining to the honors internship program, including the Summer Smith Taylor Scholarship, on the website and SCHC newsletter. Supports and assists Career Services Director in application review and decision making process.
Percentage Of Time
5
Other duties
Additional duties and responsibilities, in support of other activities of the Honors College.
Other details
Safety Sensitive Or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous Weather Category
Non-Essential
Number Of Vacancies
1
Job Open Date
04/16/2026
Job Close Date
05/10/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Additional Information
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 May 10, 2026.
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.
Quicklink For Posting:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204967
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, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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