Open Rank - Cooperative Education Coordinator - MGEN Coop

Open Rank - Cooperative Education Coordinator - MGEN Coop

About the Opportunity

About the Opportunity

Northeastern University is a global leader in experiential learning and cooperative education in which students alternate between academic study and work experiences. The College of Engineering's Multidisciplinary Graduate Engineering (MGEN) Department is seeking a Co-op Faculty member to work with its engineering co-op students and employers. The Coordinator will work with graduate students with a focus in the Information Systems, Software Engineering Systems, Data Architecture & Management, Cyber Physical Systems, and Telecommunication majors.

Role Responsibilities

Education of Students: The Co-op Coordinator guides students through their career development and co-op experiences. They educate, advise, and coach students, developing and delivering effective teaching and coaching programs that enable students to be successful in today's global engineering environment. This includes, but is not limited to, working with students one-on-one, in workshops and in the classroom.

The Co-op Coordinator teaches a career education course each semester, and coaches students through group and individual meetings. Classroom preparation includes teaching interviewing skills, professional behavior and communication, workplace ethics, as well as leadership skills and self-awareness and emotional intelligence development.

The Co-op Coordinator also maintains contact with students while engaged in their co-op experience and works with students through their post-co-op reflection.

Integrated Learning: Cooperative education is an integral part of the academic experience at Northeastern and our philosophy is that learning in the classroom is enriched by practical experience, and practical experience enriches classroom learning. The Coordinator collaborates with academic faculty, administration, and the co-op community to guide students in the integration of their co-op and academic experiences. The Co-op Coordinator shares knowledge of industry with academic faculty to integrate employment-based learning with curriculum-based learning.

Employer Relations/Job Development: The Co-op Coordinator develops new partnerships and expands current employer programs by engaging with managers, human resources contacts, and alumni. They engage in lifelong learning to develop and maintain a current understanding of the industry, employers, and positions. Activities to support this endeavor include site visits to new and existing employers, outreach to potential new co-op employer partners, and active participation in relevant professional organizations. High-level customer-orientation, strong presentation skills, and experience in building and maintaining client relationships is essential. Prior professional experience in industry is preferred.

Service: The Co-op Coordinator also engages in service to the Cooperative Education department, College of Engineering, and to Northeastern University. Service includes making presentations to prospective students and newly admitted students; participation on committees and task forces; and serving as an advisor to student organizations.

Qualifications

Required

• A master's degree in college student development, counseling, education, psychology or a related engineering field is required by the appointment start date, as well as a minimum of three years of professional work experience.
  
  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and comfort presenting to diverse audiences.
  
  
• Expertise in teaching in a classroom environment and working with diverse staff and/or student populations; and a demonstrated commitment to achieving and maintaining diversity in the workplace.
  
  
• Proficiency in computer/technology and database maintenance, and strong organizational skills.
  
  
• Knowledge and appreciation of cooperative education and its impact on an individual's career development.
  
  
• Ability to effectively engage a diverse network of global stakeholders, across time zones.
  
  Applicants should submit a resume and a concise cover letter highlighting relevant professional experience.
  
  Position Type
  
  Academic
  
  Additional Information
  
  Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
  
  Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
  
  Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
  
  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
  
  To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
  
  
  To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Open-Rank---Cooperative-Education-Coordinator---MGEN-Coop_R108498
  
  
  
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