Student Coach​/Liaison

Position Class Type Regular

Position Type Staff

About Kettering:
Kettering University is a national leader in experiential STEM and business education, integrating an intense academic curriculum with applied professional experience. We inspire students to realize their potential and advance their ideas by combining theory and practice better than any institution in the world. Kettering University is dedicated to achieving the extraordinary through technological innovation, leadership, and service, built on values that foster respect, integrity, creativity, collaboration, and excellence in growth, global leadership, community outreach, and an engaged community of stakeholders.
Benefits: include health, dental and vision coverage; retirement benefits with up to a 9% Kettering matching contribution; life and accident insurance; tuition assistance and waiver programs; vacation and holiday pay; sick and disability pay; home purchase assistance program; recreation center membership; and many other benefits.
To learn more please view the Kettering University Profile.

Experience with cooperative education, career services, internships, and/or corporate relations. Additional training or certifications.

Demonstrates a strong commitment to student success, career development, experiential learning, employer engagement. Possesses the ability to build meaningful relationships with students, employers, faculty, and campus partners while fostering an inclusive, supportive, and student-centered environment.

The successful candidate will exhibit excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to guide students through career exploration, professional development, co-op preparation, and employment readiness. Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Additional strengths include employer relationship management, program coordination, workshop facilitation, data-informed decision-making, event planning, and the ability to identify and cultivate partnerships that expand career opportunities for students.

A commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration, and delivering exceptional service to both students and employers is highly valued.

Bachelor’s Degree with two to three years of progressive experience in higher education, career counseling, recruiting, and/or business setting. Experience working with diverse constituencies and the ability to travel for extended periods of time, as well as occasional evening and weekend events, are required. Previous experience in public speaking or presentations. Demonstrated familiarity with PC and software applications. Must possess current valid unrestricted driver’s license.

• a. RESPECT : Demonstrates respect for students, employers, colleagues, and partners through teamwork, inclusivity, professionalism, and encouragement.
• b. INTEGRITY : Upholds the highest standards of accountability, transparency, ethics, and confidentiality.
• c. CREATIVITY : Encourages innovation, adaptability, and forward-thinking approaches to student and employer engagement.
• d. COLLABORATION : Works effectively across departments, with faculty, employer partners, alumni, and students to advance career development and experiential learning outcomes.
• e. EXCELLENCE : Strives for exceptional service, continuous improvement, and outstanding outcomes in all aspects of the role.

Active participation in and support of major university events is expected, including…