Advertising Summary: Shape the future of business talent at VCU. As Internship Manager, you’ll connect students’ academic experiences with real-world opportunities—overseeing internships from approval to reflection-based coursework. In this collaborative role, you’ll partner with employers and university teams to expand opportunities and help students launch meaningful careers.

Unit: School Of Business MBU

Department: Career Services

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In today's competitive job market, industry leaders are looking for employees who possess the powerful combination of business knowledge, creativity and passion. At the VCU School of Business, we’re all about bridging this connection. Business Career Services helps students define career goals and showcase their skills. We work with recruiters to create customized recruiting plans to connect our talent with opportunities. This isn't business as usual. It's innovation at work. We are unlike any business school you've ever seen.

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Position Summary: 

The VCU School of Business Career Services team seeks a highly motivated and qualified Internship Manager. The Internship Manager will serve as a critical bridge between academic rigor and professional practice. This role is responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of the internship experience—from approving internship sites to teaching internship courses that deploy reflection to deepen the impact of internships for our students. You will act as a key liaison between the School of Business, the university-wide Academic Internships Office, and our Business Career Services team to expand our network of employer partners and create pathways for students to pursue internships that connect their business curriculum with the world of work. The Internship Manager reports directly to the Director of Business Career Services.

Typical Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Instructor of Record for undergraduate academic internship courses. Facilitate student learning opportunities focused on professional development, workplace ethics, and career readiness.
• Oversee the approval process for academic internships within the School of Business, ensuring every placement meets pedagogical standards.
• Work closely with Business Career Services to identify and support internship sites and with the VCU Academic
• Internships Office to ensure compliance with university-wide policies. Support internship funding programs.
• Develop and manage a systematic process to connect students with appropriate internship opportunities.
• Provide one-on-one coaching and educational presentations to students regarding internship requirements, professional behavior, and the integration of classroom theory into workplace practice.
• Work on special projects and initiatives as needed to support the School of Business

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Business, Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, or a related field.
• At least 3–5 years of experience in career services, employer relations, academic advising, program management, teaching, or corporate recruiting.
• Demonstrated experience in mentoring, coaching, or training individuals in a professional or academic environment.
• Proven track record of building partnerships with external stakeholders (e.g., employers, community leaders, or alumni).
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage both corporate partners and VCU's student body.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of taking initiative to innovate and iterate programs and/or services to meet the needs of a wide variety of stakeholders
• Proficiency with Career Management Systems (like Handshake or Symplicity) and Learning Management Systems (like Canvas or Blackboard).
• Deep understanding of current job market trends, resume standards, and professional networking strategies (LinkedIn, etc.).

Salary Range: $65,000-75,000

Additional Information:

Priority will be given to candidates who submit their applications by May 27th.

Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

Typical Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week, and may require periodic weekend and evening hours. This position is in-person at the VCU School of Business in Richmond, VA. This position is eligible for a limited hybrid and flexible work schedule once training is complete and must be coordinated and approved by the supervisor of this role. Hybrid and flexible arrangements may not be possible during campus events or high student service periods.
The School of Business is committed to the growth and professional development of its team members and will provide opportunities to foster a culture of learning and career development.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S without the need for employer sponsorship.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Restricted Position: No

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid

University Job Title: 35224N - Sr Specialist SS 1 

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Katybeth Lee
Contact Email: kelee@vcu.edu