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Internship Coordinator
Employee Type
Regular
Recruiting Start Date
04-22-2026
Job Exempt?
Yes
Recruiting End Date
05-19-2026
Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!
Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus is seeking an Internship Coordinator to join the College and Career Support team to help guide and grow campus internship programs. This position plays a key role in supporting haumāna (students) as they build real‑world skills and prepare for life beyond high school.
This role is an excellent fit for candidates who are passionate about empowering students, building strong community partnerships, and contributing to a team grounded in culture, innovation, and student‑centered work.
Ideal Candidates:
- Thrive in a team‑oriented environment and value constant collaboration.
- Adapt easily and take initiative with confidence.
- Communicate clearly, working with intention and purpose.
- Demonstrate strong drive, creativity, and a commitment to haumāna success.
- Practice openness and the willingness to learn about Maui Island, our people, culture, and values, in order to best support the needs of our haumāna.
This is a regular, full‑time position with comprehensive benefits.
Job Summary
Establishes and manages relationships with educational leaders, community partners, and business and industry professionals to create and sustain internship and career pathways for Native Hawaiian high school students and graduates. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to support sustainable programming that promotes student success, foster alignment across program efforts, and ensure the coordinated use of shared resources. This role requires flexibility, teamwork, and a strong commitment to student achievement. Maintains regular and frequent contact across all organizational levels—both internally and externally—to educate stakeholders, implement programs and policies, and ensure alignment with institutional requirements and Hawai‘i’s job market projections.
Essential Responsibilities
Placement Acquisition and Maintenance
- Identify, cultivate, and maintain partnerships with a wide range of businesses, professionals, community organizations, and employment sites to actively seek and provide career development experiences – such as internships and apprenticeships – for both alumni and current campus students.
- Facilitate employer engagement by providing industry outreach programs to educate and manage expectations.
- Conduct site visits and communicate regularly with site supervisors while monitoring student and employer engagement.
- Annually evaluate experiential programs and placements to ensure quality and intervene early to address and alleviate any concerns.
- Provide career exploration opportunities within current programming to support student growth and career readiness, including experiences such as career presentations, skill workshops, and site visits.
- Effectively communicate to all stakeholders with clear and concise programming, goals and expectations.
Student Education and Support
- Develop and refine programming appropriate for campus and community needs to provide essential foundations and skills for students exploring various career pathways.
- Develop and deliver educational and informational programming to increase students’ and parents’ awareness of various work-based learning pathways and to ensure successful participation and outcomes.
- Recruit students to participate in the program, ensuring that they clearly understand and can meet all requirements.
- Support students with a foundational work skills training throughout their placement (pre, during and post), ensuring that students receive support to understand the intricacies of a professional work setting important for job obtainment and success in a variety of work settings.
- Provide students with mentoring and job coaching throughout the program designed to foster success and long-term career planning.
Program Administration and Coordination
- Communicates opportunities, expectations, timelines and outcomes to internal and external audiences.
- Develop resources for students and parents that clearly outlines expectations and policies.
- Ensure the appropriateness of an application process to determine the student’s placement regarding required hours, scope, relevance, and level of responsibility.
- Communicate with and provide updates to parents of students in the program.
- Assist in acquiring various program placements, including academic year and summer.
Tracking/Assessment/Reporting
- Works with manager and various stakeholders to create and operationalize strategic direction through implementing, assessing, and monitoring progress to increase the reach and impact for Native Hawaiian learners.
- Maintain database administration for purposes of tracking and assessing the effectiveness of the program.
- Conducts pre and post assessments of all stakeholders to evaluate programs and outcomes for continuous improvement, developing and revising policies and procedures as needed.
Position Requirements
Minimum Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the requirements listed.
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, Humanities, Human Resources, Communications or related fields.
- Minimum of 5 years program management or related experience.
- Must be a self-starter and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to handle multiple assignments, complex tasks while adhering to timelines and deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, plan, organize and work independently and as well as part of a team.
- Ability to research and quickly develop knowledge of employer recruiting strategies, job market trends, occupational, career and personal growth, and turn this knowledge into streamlines student focused programs.
- Collaborate and assist other postsecondary success staff with various events and activities throughout year.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge and understanding of Hawai’i labor laws, work permits and certificates for minors.
- Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to adapt messaging to a wide variety of audiences and learners.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated commitment to cultural diversity.
- Proven ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment.
- Strong consulting skills to include analytical, problem solving, communication, facilitation, negotiation and influence.
- Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school staff and the public.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and/or skill in organizational competencies of accountability, change effectiveness, collaboration and teamwork, communication, Hawaiian cultural commitment, and innovation.
Physical and Mental Requirements
- Frequently sits, perform desk-based computer tasks and grasp light or fine manipulation, talk or hear.
- Occasionally stand and/or walk, write by hand, and lift and/or carry, push and/or pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
- Rarely twist, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach or work above shoulder, or grasp forcefully.
Working Conditions (including environmental conditions)
- This position may involve traveling to various locations, including neighbor islands to conduct business.
- Work is conducted in an office environment and may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces.
- Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but may be conducted in evenings and weekends, as necessary.
For Internal Use Only: #LI-CAR #MAUI
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at hr@ksbe.edu or 808-534-8040 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
KS does not accept unauthorized solicitations of candidate referrals from third-party vendors (i.e. Staffing Agencies, Executive Recruitment Firms). Any third-party vendor who has interest in supporting KS's recruiting efforts must be authorized by Human Resources prior to the vendor’s candidate applying with KS.
Work Year
12
Pay Range
79,100.00 - 108,400.00 Annual
Compensation and Benefits
Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs.
At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.
Primary Location
Maui Campus
City, State
Makawao, Hawaii
Additional Locations
Job Posting Title
Internship Coordinator
Employee Type
Regular
Recruiting Start Date
04-22-2026
Job Exempt?
Yes
Recruiting End Date
05-19-2026
Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!
Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus is seeking an Internship Coordinator to join the College and Career Support team to help guide and grow campus internship programs. This position plays a key role in supporting haumāna (students) as they build real‑world skills and prepare for life beyond high school.
This role is an excellent fit for candidates who are passionate about empowering students, building strong community partnerships, and contributing to a team grounded in culture, innovation, and student‑centered work.
Ideal Candidates:
- Thrive in a team‑oriented environment and value constant collaboration.
- Adapt easily and take initiative with confidence.
- Communicate clearly, working with intention and purpose.
- Demonstrate strong drive, creativity, and a commitment to haumāna success.
- Practice openness and the willingness to learn about Maui Island, our people, culture, and values, in order to best support the needs of our haumāna.
This is a regular, full‑time position with comprehensive benefits.
Job Summary
Establishes and manages relationships with educational leaders, community partners, and business and industry professionals to create and sustain internship and career pathways for Native Hawaiian high school students and graduates. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to support sustainable programming that promotes student success, foster alignment across program efforts, and ensure the coordinated use of shared resources. This role requires flexibility, teamwork, and a strong commitment to student achievement. Maintains regular and frequent contact across all organizational levels—both internally and externally—to educate stakeholders, implement programs and policies, and ensure alignment with institutional requirements and Hawai‘i’s job market projections.
Essential Responsibilities
Placement Acquisition and Maintenance
- Identify, cultivate, and maintain partnerships with a wide range of businesses, professionals, community organizations, and employment sites to actively seek and provide career development experiences – such as internships and apprenticeships – for both alumni and current campus students.
- Facilitate employer engagement by providing industry outreach programs to educate and manage expectations.
- Conduct site visits and communicate regularly with site supervisors while monitoring student and employer engagement.
- Annually evaluate experiential programs and placements to ensure quality and intervene early to address and alleviate any concerns.
- Provide career exploration opportunities within current programming to support student growth and career readiness, including experiences such as career presentations, skill workshops, and site visits.
- Effectively communicate to all stakeholders with clear and concise programming, goals and expectations.
Student Education and Support
- Develop and refine programming appropriate for campus and community needs to provide essential foundations and skills for students exploring various career pathways.
- Develop and deliver educational and informational programming to increase students’ and parents’ awareness of various work-based learning pathways and to ensure successful participation and outcomes.
- Recruit students to participate in the program, ensuring that they clearly understand and can meet all requirements.
- Support students with a foundational work skills training throughout their placement (pre, during and post), ensuring that students receive support to understand the intricacies of a professional work setting important for job obtainment and success in a variety of work settings.
- Provide students with mentoring and job coaching throughout the program designed to foster success and long-term career planning.
Program Administration and Coordination
- Communicates opportunities, expectations, timelines and outcomes to internal and external audiences.
- Develop resources for students and parents that clearly outlines expectations and policies.
- Ensure the appropriateness of an application process to determine the student’s placement regarding required hours, scope, relevance, and level of responsibility.
- Communicate with and provide updates to parents of students in the program.
- Assist in acquiring various program placements, including academic year and summer.
Tracking/Assessment/Reporting
- Works with manager and various stakeholders to create and operationalize strategic direction through implementing, assessing, and monitoring progress to increase the reach and impact for Native Hawaiian learners.
- Maintain database administration for purposes of tracking and assessing the effectiveness of the program.
- Conducts pre and post assessments of all stakeholders to evaluate programs and outcomes for continuous improvement, developing and revising policies and procedures as needed.
Position Requirements
Minimum Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the requirements listed.
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, Humanities, Human Resources, Communications or related fields.
- Minimum of 5 years program management or related experience.
- Must be a self-starter and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to handle multiple assignments, complex tasks while adhering to timelines and deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, plan, organize and work independently and as well as part of a team.
- Ability to research and quickly develop knowledge of employer recruiting strategies, job market trends, occupational, career and personal growth, and turn this knowledge into streamlines student focused programs.
- Collaborate and assist other postsecondary success staff with various events and activities throughout year.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge and understanding of Hawai’i labor laws, work permits and certificates for minors.
- Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to adapt messaging to a wide variety of audiences and learners.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated commitment to cultural diversity.
- Proven ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment.
- Strong consulting skills to include analytical, problem solving, communication, facilitation, negotiation and influence.
- Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school staff and the public.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and/or skill in organizational competencies of accountability, change effectiveness, collaboration and teamwork, communication, Hawaiian cultural commitment, and innovation.
Physical and Mental Requirements
- Frequently sits, perform desk-based computer tasks and grasp light or fine manipulation, talk or hear.
- Occasionally stand and/or walk, write by hand, and lift and/or carry, push and/or pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
- Rarely twist, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach or work above shoulder, or grasp forcefully.
Working Conditions (including environmental conditions)
- This position may involve traveling to various locations, including neighbor islands to conduct business.
- Work is conducted in an office environment and may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces.
- Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but may be conducted in evenings and weekends, as necessary.
For Internal Use Only: #LI-CAR #MAUI
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at hr@ksbe.edu or 808-534-8040 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
KS does not accept unauthorized solicitations of candidate referrals from third-party vendors (i.e. Staffing Agencies, Executive Recruitment Firms). Any third-party vendor who has interest in supporting KS's recruiting efforts must be authorized by Human Resources prior to the vendor’s candidate applying with KS.
Work Year
12
Pay Range
79,100.00 - 108,400.00 Annual
Compensation and Benefits
Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs.
At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.
Primary Location
Maui Campus
City, State
Makawao, Hawaii
Additional Locations
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in COO
Document your executive leadership credentials clearly
Designated sponsors assess whether your background justifies a COO-level training placement. Compile board resolutions, P&L ownership records, and org charts showing direct reports to demonstrate the seniority your DS-2019 application requires.
Target host employers with established J-1 histories
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. companies that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors in operations or executive functions before. Experienced host employers already understand the DS-2019 process and training plan obligations, which shortens your path to an offer.
Match your category to your career stage precisely
COO candidates fewer than five years post-degree typically qualify under the Trainee category. Professionals with longer track records apply under Specialist. Misclassifying yourself delays sponsor review, so confirm your eligibility tier before approaching any designated sponsor.
Build a training plan before the host employer files anything
Designated sponsors require a detailed Training Plan form (DS-7002) showing structured learning objectives, not just job duties. Draft a 52-week plan with measurable milestones in operations strategy, financial oversight, and cross-functional leadership before your host employer initiates the sponsorship process.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
The J-1 Specialist category often carries a two-year home residency requirement, which restricts immediate H-1B or green card transitions afterward. Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your country of nationality and field of expertise trigger this requirement before accepting any host employer offer.
Negotiate who absorbs the sponsor administrative fees
Designated sponsor organizations charge program administration fees that neither USCIS nor DOL mandate employers to cover. In COO-level negotiations, host employers frequently absorb these costs, but you need to raise the allocation explicitly during offer discussions rather than after the DS-2019 is issued.
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Find COO JobsCOO J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to COO roles?
Most COO candidates qualify under the Trainee or Specialist category. Trainee applies if you're within five years of graduation and the placement provides structured skill development. Specialist applies to seasoned executives with a narrowly defined expertise area. The host employer and your designated sponsor organization jointly determine which category fits your background before issuing the DS-2019.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a COO candidate?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, not your host employer. The host employer provides the operational role and signs the training plan, but the designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, monitors your program compliance, and holds legal responsibility for your exchange visitor status throughout the placement.
How do I find U.S. companies open to hosting a J-1 COO candidate?
Most generic job boards don't filter for J-1 host employer history, which makes identifying receptive companies time-consuming. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for U.S. employers and roles aligned with J-1 sponsorship, so you can focus outreach on companies already familiar with the DS-2019 and training plan process rather than educating employers from scratch.
Can the two-year home residency requirement affect a COO's immigration options afterward?
Yes. If your DS-2019 is issued under a category subject to the two-year home residency requirement, you generally can't change status to H-1B or apply for a green card until you've fulfilled that obligation or obtained a waiver. COO candidates who plan to transition to long-term U.S. employment should confirm their requirement status with their designated sponsor before the program starts.
What does the DS-7002 training plan need to include for an executive-level role?
The DS-7002 must show structured learning phases with measurable objectives, not a standard job description. For COO placements, sponsors expect phases covering operational systems, financial reporting oversight, team leadership, and strategic planning. Each phase needs defined evaluation checkpoints. Submitting a plan that reads like an employment contract rather than a developmental curriculum is the most common reason sponsors delay or deny approval.
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