Career Coordinator Internships
Career coordinator internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience coordinating advising programs and employer outreach, mentorship from working career services professionals, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Education, with Good Shepherd Services, University of Missouri, and BRISTOL COMMUNITY COLLEGE among the employers posting roles now.
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- 5114505
- Chesterfield, Virginia, United States
- Dinwiddie, Virginia, United States, 23841
- Henrico, Virginia, United States, 23228
- Hopewell, Virginia, United States, 23860
- Petersburg, Virginia, United States
- Prince George, Virginia, United States
- Richmond, Virginia, United States
- Richmond County, Virginia, United States
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- Virginia State University
- Administrative Services
- Full-Time (Salaried)
- Closing at: Nov 18 2026 - 23:55 EST
- Virginia State University
“Greater Happens HERE".
Title: Career Advisor and Internship Program Coordinator
State Role Title: Education Support Spec II
Hiring Range: Up to $55,00.00 Commensurate with Education and Experience
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Virginia State University
Location: Virginia State University
Agency Website: www.vsu.edu
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Career Advisor and Internship Program Coordinator supports organizational and department objectives by coordinating and implementing an internship program, career advising by providing overall professional support.
The Career Advisor and Internship Program Coordinator supports the University's compliance with and fulfillment of SACS accreditation criteria. VSU Mission, VSU Master/Strategic Plan, and CAS Professional (Student
Development/Services) Standards. Provide quality career advising and programming to students and alumni. Navigate students through the Career Development process by assisting students with identifying career opportunities and targeting meaningful professional options.
Minimum Qualifications
Must have working knowledge of the career services field, career services resources, tools, information, and programs required.
Experience in Career Coaching, Advising or Counseling. Ability to market VSU Career Services to employers, faculty, staff, parents and other constituents for internship, employment, graduate/professional school opportunities.
Must have the ability to create, present and facilitate career related workshops and assist with resume and cover letter development.
Have project management, organization and time management skills.
Exhibit excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Must be team oriented, collaborative and computer savvy.
Experience with database management and/or career services software.
Strong PC Skills (Microsoft Office).
Strong communications skills.
Additional Considerations
Bachelor's degree
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.
- Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Immediate vesting | Portable | Investment choice - Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Defined benefit pension | Lifetime monthly income - 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) 403(b) (TIAA)
- Comprehensive medical & dental plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid annual and sick leave
- Paid state and federal holidays
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
- Telework opportunities (where applicable)
Contact Information
Name: Sherry Hale
Phone: 804-524-1219
Email: Recruit@vsu.edu
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
- 5114505
- Chesterfield, Virginia, United States
- Dinwiddie, Virginia, United States, 23841
- Henrico, Virginia, United States, 23228
- Hopewell, Virginia, United States, 23860
- Petersburg, Virginia, United States
- Prince George, Virginia, United States
- Richmond, Virginia, United States
- Richmond County, Virginia, United States
Show More Show Less
- Virginia State University
- Administrative Services
- Full-Time (Salaried)
- Closing at: Nov 18 2026 - 23:55 EST
- Virginia State University
“Greater Happens HERE".
Title: Career Advisor and Internship Program Coordinator
State Role Title: Education Support Spec II
Hiring Range: Up to $55,00.00 Commensurate with Education and Experience
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Virginia State University
Location: Virginia State University
Agency Website: www.vsu.edu
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Career Advisor and Internship Program Coordinator supports organizational and department objectives by coordinating and implementing an internship program, career advising by providing overall professional support.
The Career Advisor and Internship Program Coordinator supports the University's compliance with and fulfillment of SACS accreditation criteria. VSU Mission, VSU Master/Strategic Plan, and CAS Professional (Student
Development/Services) Standards. Provide quality career advising and programming to students and alumni. Navigate students through the Career Development process by assisting students with identifying career opportunities and targeting meaningful professional options.
Minimum Qualifications
Must have working knowledge of the career services field, career services resources, tools, information, and programs required.
Experience in Career Coaching, Advising or Counseling. Ability to market VSU Career Services to employers, faculty, staff, parents and other constituents for internship, employment, graduate/professional school opportunities.
Must have the ability to create, present and facilitate career related workshops and assist with resume and cover letter development.
Have project management, organization and time management skills.
Exhibit excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Must be team oriented, collaborative and computer savvy.
Experience with database management and/or career services software.
Strong PC Skills (Microsoft Office).
Strong communications skills.
Additional Considerations
Bachelor's degree
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.
- Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Immediate vesting | Portable | Investment choice - Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Defined benefit pension | Lifetime monthly income - 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) 403(b) (TIAA)
- Comprehensive medical & dental plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid annual and sick leave
- Paid state and federal holidays
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
- Telework opportunities (where applicable)
Contact Information
Name: Sherry Hale
Phone: 804-524-1219
Email: Recruit@vsu.edu
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Career Coordinator Internship Market
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Tips for Your Career Coordinator Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers, including university systems and national workforce organizations, recruit summer career coordinator interns the preceding fall. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Set a recurring reminder to check listings each month rather than waiting for a single recruiting season.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for career coordinator internships expect limited work history, so your strongest proof is documented project work. Compile advising session recaps, event planning summaries, outreach campaign write-ups, or resource guides you've created. Link or attach anything reviewable so recruiters can assess your coordination and communication skills directly.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet face to face. Your professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice the career coordinator intern interview format out loud
Career coordinator intern screens typically include behavioral questions about organizing competing priorities, handling a difficult advising conversation, or designing a student outreach program from scratch. Practice your answers out loud, walking through your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you structure a response as much as the content itself.
Target structured internship pipelines built for newcomers
Many larger employers in higher education, HR consulting, and workforce development run cohort or rotational internship programs specifically designed to train people new to career services. These programs recruit early and fill fast. Identify the ones that match your availability and program type, then apply in the first wave before cohorts close.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 100% of the career coordinator internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you search, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually accept. Sorting through mismatched listings wastes application time you could spend on stronger fits.
Career Coordinator Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a career coordinator internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. The concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess is a career advising case study, an event planning portfolio, or a documented outreach project. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a career coordinator internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for career coordinator interns is consistent performance on real advising or program work, the team's open headcount at the end of the term, and understanding the return-offer timeline early. Position for a return offer by delivering on your project goals, without counting on conversion as a given.
When should I apply for career coordinator internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, including university career centers and staffing organizations, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before spring semester begins. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss the early waves at competitive programs.
Are career coordinator internships paid?
Most professional career coordinator internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, with larger organizations and corporate employers typically offering more structured packages than nonprofit or government placements. Where an employer discloses pay, it appears directly on the listing, so you can compare options before applying.
What should a career coordinator internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects showing what you coordinated, the tools or platforms you used, and where the work can be seen, such as a linked event recap, an advising resource you built, or a case study write-up. Add relevant coursework in counseling, human resources, or organizational communication, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote career coordinator internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the career coordinator internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from a wider geographic pool, so apply early once you've decided what works for your schedule. Filter by work type to see only the format you can commit to.
Can international students get career coordinator internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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