Position Summary

San Diego State University’s College of Engineering (CoE) is seeking a Career Readiness Coordinator to support student success by connecting classroom learning with career opportunities. Under the supervision of the Assistant Dean, this role provides career readiness services, promotes internships and experiential learning, and builds partnerships with faculty, staff, and employers to enhance students’ career preparation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster Student Engagement: Increase involvement of the diverse CoE student body in meaningful internships and career readiness activities.
• Build Partnerships: Communicate with faculty, staff, and community partners to advocate for and promote quality student internship experiences.
• Serve as a Resource: Respond to employer and community partner inquiries regarding internship programs, postings, and opportunities.
• Collaborate Across Campus: Work closely with Career Services, MESA, Troops to Engineers, ASIR, and other programs to provide accurate and effective career advising.
• Track and Report Outcomes: Support internship planning, reporting, and tracking of student and employer engagement.

Why Join Us?

• Student Impact: Help engineering students gain valuable career experience and successfully transition from college to the workforce.
• Collaborative Network: Partner with campus programs, faculty, and employers to create opportunities that enhance career readiness.
• Mission-Driven Work: Contribute to the College of Engineering’s commitment to student success and timely progress to graduation.
• Professional Growth: Gain experience in higher education career services, program administration, and employer engagement.

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position. 
• This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. 
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.  
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity is responsible for the coordination and development of student services at San Diego State University.

The College of Engineering (CoE) is one (1) of the seven (7) major institutional units of San Diego State University. The primary objective of the College is to prepare students for a professional career in Engineering.

The Dean's Office in the CoE is responsible for all administrative and managerial functions of the College, which include overseeing the operations of the College's four (4) departments, which have a total of (8) academic programs.

The College of Engineering has a Student Affairs Office, which provides student services to meet the needs of undergraduate students. The Student Affairs Office is managed by the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs. The Student Affairs Office is located in the Dean’s office and reports directly to the Dean. The Assistant Dean’s position is supported by both Student Affairs and Academic Affairs and is jointly supervised by the Dean of the College of Engineering and the senior AVP of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity (SA+CD). The Center for Student Success in Engineering (CSSE) was established by the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs in Spring 2018.

For more information regarding the College of Engineering Dean's Office, click here.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job-related field. Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown below may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Possession of the required knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth. A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.

Key Qualifications

• Experience working in a university, career services, STEM industry, recruitment, or college internship/career-related capacity.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, etc.) and Google Workspace (Drive, Slides, Gmail, etc.).
• Familiarity with student service platforms such as EAB Navigate, CANVAS, Peoplesoft, APEX, ASIR, or similar tools.
• Experience collecting, organizing, and reporting data for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of career readiness competencies, standards, and practices (e.g., NACE).
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with diverse populations.
• Background in career or internship counseling is preferred.
• Degree or experience in a STEM field (e.g., engineering, math, physics) or experience in a STEM-related program is preferred.
• Experience working at San Diego State University or in a similar institutional setting is preferred.
• Familiarity with updating and maintaining website content is preferred.
• General knowledge of university structures (Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Business Affairs, University Relations & Development) and internship practices is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation:
 Salary is based on your experience, education, and qualifications, within the department’s budget and equity guidelines.

• Hiring salary not expected to exceed $5,083/month; CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,083 - $7,228/month.

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by September 28, 2025, to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Livia Peeples at lpeeples@sdsu.edu.