BUILD Internship Specialist

Bethel University’s Christ-centered mission includes a commitment to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, or age in its admissions, educational programs, or employment practices.

Reporting directly to the Director of BUILD, you will provide comprehensive oversight of the career development and internship aspects of the program to ensure students successfully fulfill their requirements for a Certificate in Applied Studies. This highly collaborative position blends classroom teaching with program management: you will instruct up to 16 credits of career-focused coursework per year (3 in-person classes per semester), build relationships with regional internship sites, and lead student‑driven career events such as internship fairs.

Additionally, you will hire and supervise a team of student Job Mentors who provide direct, on‑site support to our interns.

Annual salary range: $50,

• Instruction in Career Development – 35% – Teach up to 16 BUILD credits per year focused on career development aspects of the program (including BUILD Jobs and Employment, BUILD Independent Study, and BUILD Internship, with 3 in‑person classes per semester).
• Internship Program Management – 40% – Plan, develop, arrange, and provide ongoing support for student internship sites; collaborate with the Director to ensure successful internship experiences; plan and execute internship fairs; help students meet Certificate in Applied Studies requirements and prepare for integrated employment; manage vehicle scheduling for internships.
• Supervision of Job Mentors – 20% – Hire, train, and supervise student‑worker Job Mentors to support students in their internships.
• Personalized Learning Plans (PLP) – 5% – Design and monitor PLPs for student advisees, including 2 meetings per student per year; participate in PLP meetings/events and communicate with parents/guardians as appropriate regarding internships and student progress.

Required

Education:

Bachelor’s degree.

Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Required Experience: 3+ years of experience working with students with disabilities.

Preferred Experience: Previous experience teaching or working at the college level.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Expertise in characteristics of students with intellectual disabilities.
• Ability to plan, develop, and implement curriculum and instruction using principles of Universal Design for Learning.
• Working knowledge of disability accommodations and supports required for students with intellectual disabilities in a postsecondary program.
• Working knowledge of community agencies and service groups focused on supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in developing their employment skills.
• Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for students.
• Ability to establish and maintain open and cooperative communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to hire, train, and manage student workers.

This position requires some local and regional travel; travel is not required.

This job operates in a professional office environment and requires regular use of standard office equipment such as desktop/laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones. The employee is regularly required to talk, hear, sit for extended periods, and traverse the Bethel campus on a regular basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure people can perform essential functions.

Typically Monday through Friday, with the expectation to work specific schedules and hours as identified and communicated by management. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as duties demand. This is a 40‑hour per week, 12‑month per year position.

Bethel is committed to offering meaningful benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and a generous time‑off package.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Applicants located in or working from the following states are ineligible: AK, CA, CO, CT, DC, HI, IL, IN, MA, MD, MT, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, VT, and WA.