VCEA Internships and Career Services Coordinator

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
November 29, 2026
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):
1481-YN_ADMINPRO - Student Services Coordinator/Advisor 1

Business Title:
VCEA Internships and Career Services Coordinator

Employee Type:
Admin. Professional

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

Under the direction of the VCEA Director of Internships and Career Services, the position duties and responsibilities will be performed in support of Voiland College Internships & Career Services (VCICS) vision, mission, and values as well as overarching Voiland College Student Success (VCSS) mission and goals. The coordinator will be part of a larger VCSS team that strives to support VCEA students to be successful. As part of a larger team, VCICS works alongside tutoring services, academic advising, the VCEA club hub, recruiting, peer mentoring programs, maker space opportunities, and entrepreneurship program.

The Career Coordinator is responsible for building strong, intentional relationships and advising students in a variety of career development areas including self-discovery and reflection, understanding the world of work, experiential learning, advanced education, and job and internship searching. The coordinator is responsible for designing engaging and meaningful workshops and programs, coordinating networking opportunities, introducing, and connecting students to work-based learning experiences, and developing intentional relationships with employers, faculty, and staff members. Advises students on various aspects of entering the world of work, including resume writing and interviewing skills. Oversees the college’s student club activities that involve career services.

Percentage Breakdown of Job Functions:

Career Coach: 50%

Employer Relations: 25%

Assessment, Outcomes & Metrics: 10%

Other: 15%

Additional Information:

This is a full-time ( 100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $3,750.85 - $4,600 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation .

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of professional work experience in student services or related education/experience. Experience leading or directing the work of others. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience. Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year‐for‐year basis
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service
- Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, etc.)
- Experience with Zoom and MS Teams
- Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 (https://policies.wsu.edu/prf/index/manuals/safety-policies-procedures-manual/sppm-7-10/#four_3)and departmental driving standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Master’s degree
- Strong preference given to individuals with previous experience in cooperative education, career services, or other student service areas at the college/university level
- Flexible and adaptable
- Experience working with diverse populations
- Experience with social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter)
- Experience conducting workshops and presentations
- Experience performing database management, records maintenance, and organization within an office environment
- Ability to work in a team as well as independently
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings or weekends
- Ability to perform multiple tasks, take initiative, and solve problems
- Willing and able to travel to WSU campus locations in Washington

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department - VCEA Internship and Career Services

Area/College: Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture
Department Name: Voiland College Internships and Career Services
Location: Pullman, WA

Application Instructions:

Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

External candidates , upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates) , before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday . Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 , engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:
Full time

Position Term:
12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .

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