Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Assistant Director of Career Experiences and Events serves as a key member of the Career Center leadership team in transforming students’ academic learning into meaningful, career-ready experiences. This role drives the creation and expansion of high-impact, industry-based experiential learning opportunities that align seamlessly with academic objectives and co-curricular initiatives. Working in close partnership with faculty, academic departments, university stakeholders, and industry partners, the Assistant Director designs innovative pathways for career readiness. They lead initiatives such as career exploration events, immersive career treks, internships, externships, project-based learning, and job shadowing programs. The Assistant Director builds and nurtures relationships with local employers and community partners, identifies and secures funding to support program growth, and ensures all initiatives comply with university, CSU, and federal regulations, including EEO/ADA/AFF mandates. In addition to program development, this role promotes continuous improvement through rigorous data collection and impact assessment, using insights to refine programs and maximize student success. The position also provides oversight for the Career Hub. By bridging academic knowledge with real-world application, the Assistant Director plays a vital role in empowering students to embark on fulfilling career journeys, while strengthening connections between the university and the professional community.

Link to Apply: https://jobs.sjsu.edu/en-us/job/545457/assistant-director-for-career-experiences-and-events?1ApplicationSubSourceID=11266

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