Career Readiness and Internship Coordinator (CS27-036

Career Readiness and Internship Coordinator (CS27-036)

Salary: $47,000.00 - $50,000.00 Annually

Location:

Edwardsville, IL

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 01442

Organization:
Career Development Center

Opening Date: 08/15/2026

Closing Date: 8/19/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA:
Determined by Position

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Career Readiness and Internship Coordinator (CS27-036)

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Career Readiness and Internship Coordinator (CS27-036). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• The primary purpose of the Career Readiness and Internship Coordinator is to work directly with students and departmental senior leadership in processing the documentation required for participation in the Career Development Centers Co-op and Internship Program and career readiness processes.
• Working under direct supervision and following established procedures, the incumbent supports students, employers, and other campus partners throughout the co-op, internship, and career readiness experiences and helps ensure that program records and paperwork are processed accurately and on time.

• Bachelors degree.
• A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position. (
  
  Note:
  
  Masters Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.)
• 4+ years in any career or student services related role.
• Years can be concurrent with above.

• Experience working directly with students on internship paperwork and processes preferred.
• Experience working with university student databases preferred.
• Experience building, troubleshooting, and maintaining relational databases preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students and groups.
• Ability to explain program requirements, processes, and expectations.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to utilize databases, systems, and web platforms.
• Ability to deliver presentations using established materials.
• Ability to work within structured guidelines and established procedures.

Civil Service Information: Civil Service Application - FAQs

Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Drivers License or state of Illinois . Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number:5002 SUCSS Classification Title.

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB
22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Work Authorization Information:

Visa Sponsorship & F-1/J-1 Visas. SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with…