Program Coordinator Jobs

Program Coordinator jobs are open across healthcare, nonprofits, higher education, government, and corporate training, from entry-level to senior roles, with specializations in grant management, event coordination, and community outreach. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles2,486+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerUS Department of Veterans Affairs
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type58% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Texas A&M University
Program Coordinator II
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Texas A&M University
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Program Coordinator II
Texas A&M University
San Angelo, Texas
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Customer Service & Support
Project Management
Program Management
Learning & Development
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Texas A&M University
Program Coordinator I
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Texas A&M University
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Program Coordinator I
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas
Customer Service & Support
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Customer Service
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Ford Motor Company
Ford TRAC Program Coordinator
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Ford Motor Company
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Ford TRAC Program Coordinator
Ford Motor Company
Allen Park, Michigan
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$74k - $166k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Program Coordinator, Community Health Education & Advocacy
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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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Program Coordinator, Community Health Education & Advocacy
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Streeterville, Illinois
Data Analytics
Data Science
$59k - $97k/yr
Associate's degree
1,001-5,000

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University of Wisconsin–Madison
Bilingual 4-H Program Coordinator
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University of Wisconsin–Madison
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Bilingual 4-H Program Coordinator
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Whitehall, Wisconsin
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Program Coordinator Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • US Department of Veterans Affairs
    US Department of Veterans Affairs45
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
    Federal Bureau of Prisons30
  • YMCA
    YMCA22
  • Portfolio Resident Services
    Portfolio Resident Services22
  • Brookdale Senior Living
    Brookdale Senior Living17

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education77
  • Healthcare & Medical Services60
  • Science & Research15
  • Government & Public Sector12
  • Law & Legal Services2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in program coordinator jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as public administration, education, or communications
  • Experience managing program logistics, timelines, and deliverables across multiple stakeholders
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools such as Asana or Monday.com
  • Strong written communication skills for reporting, grant documentation, and stakeholder updates
  • Ability to track budgets, process invoices, and maintain accurate program records
  • Familiarity with database management or CRM systems used to track participants or outcomes

Tips for Your Program Coordinator Job Search

Tailor your resume to each sector

Program coordinator roles in nonprofits, hospitals, and universities each emphasize different skills. Highlight grant reporting for nonprofits, compliance tracking for healthcare, and enrollment or retention metrics for education. Generic resumes get screened out fast in this role.

Quantify coordination outcomes on your resume

Recruiters for program coordinator roles respond to numbers. Replace vague phrases like 'managed events' with specifics: how many participants, how often, and what you improved. Budget figures and completion rates are especially compelling in this role.

Filter openings by program type, not just title

Job titles vary widely, so search for the program type you want, such as workforce development, patient navigation, or student services, alongside the coordinator title. You'll surface relevant roles that standard title-only searches miss.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists program coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare a scenario answer about competing deadlines

Almost every program coordinator interview includes a question about managing overlapping priorities. Prepare a specific example using a real situation, naming the programs involved, what you deprioritized, and how you communicated the tradeoffs to stakeholders.

Negotiate scope before accepting an offer

Program coordinator roles vary enormously in autonomy and workload. Ask directly how many active programs you'd manage, whether you'd have a budget line, and who you report to. These details affect your growth more than title alone.

Program Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most program coordinators?

The companies hiring the most program coordinators right now include US Department of Veterans Affairs, Federal Bureau of Prisons, and YMCA, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Healthcare systems, universities, and large nonprofits consistently account for the highest volume of openings nationwide.

How many program coordinator jobs are remote?

About 42% of program coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with availability shifting depending on the sector. Grant-funded roles, training coordinators, and administrative program support positions tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while community-facing or clinical program coordinator roles typically require an on-site presence.

How do you become a program coordinator?

Most program coordinator roles require a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least one to two years of administrative or project support experience. Building experience through internships, volunteer coordination, or event management roles is a common path in. Developing skills in budget tracking, stakeholder communication, and scheduling strengthens your candidacy across sectors.

Can you get a program coordinator job with little or no experience?

Entry-level program coordinator roles do exist, particularly in nonprofits, universities, and government agencies that hire recent graduates. Internship experience, campus leadership, or volunteer program management can substitute for formal work history. Emphasizing organizational skills, attention to detail, and any direct experience coordinating people or schedules helps your application stand out at this level.

What does the program coordinator interview process look like?

Program coordinator interviews typically involve an initial phone or video screen with HR, followed by a panel or one-on-one interview with the hiring manager and sometimes a program director. Expect behavioral questions about managing competing priorities, communicating with stakeholders, and handling last-minute changes. Some employers include a writing or planning exercise to assess organizational skills before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to program coordinator jobs?

You can find and apply to program coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience and sector preference, then apply directly to each listing.

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