Work Based Learning Coordinator - ISY

Job Description: Title: Work-Based Learning (WBL) Coordinator (In-School Youth) Salary: $60,000 + benefits Classification: Non-exempt Scope of Position: The Work-Based Learning (WBL) Coordinator (In-School Youth) develops employer partnerships and work-based learning opportunities for participants in the HGCY In-School Youth Pilot.

The role coordinates internships, micro-internships, industry tours, and employer events, and monitors worksites. The Work-Based Learning (WBL) Coordinator (In-School Youth) works with Youth Career Advisors (In-School Youth), schools, and employers to match participants with experiences aligned to their career interests.

Essential Functions

Build relationships with employers, industry partners, schools, colleges, and community organizations Recruit employers for WBL, internships, micro-internships, industry tours, job shadowing, and career exploration activities Develop WBL and micro-internship opportunities aligned with participants’ career pathways and fields of study Coordinate employer speakers, industry tours, job shadowing, and other employer engagement activities Work with Youth Career Advisor (In-School Youth) to match participants with opportunities, coordinate referrals, and share placement information with Advisors and program leadership Develop employer connections for Summer Jobs and other youth employment initiatives.

Support participant and employer onboarding for WBL activities Monitor worksites, participant progress, and employer feedback; share findings with Advisors to inform case management and career planning Resolve worksite concerns with Advisors and the Program Manager (In-School Youth). Maintain employer, opportunity, and worksite records, and document activities accurately Track employer recruitment and engagement, industry tours, WBL placements, completions, and outcomes; report results to the Program Manager (In-School Youth) Help graduating participants connect with WBL, employment, and other career opportunities Help plan and deliver senior-year career immersion activities, including developing and monitoring career-aligned micro-internships Participate in staff meetings, program planning, training, and service improvement efforts Follow EDSI and program policies and procedures Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in business, workforce development, human resources, education, communications, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience Experience in employer engagement, business services, workforce development, recruiting, human resources, career services, or a related field highly desirable Experience building professional relationships with employers and community partners Experience coordinating internships, WBL, employment opportunities, career events, or similar activities preferred Strong relationship-building, communication, and customer service skills Strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple employers, participants, activities, and deadlines Proficiency in data entry and Microsoft Office Ability to track employer activity, participant placements, and program outcomes accurately Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required Regional travel is estimated to be at least 50–75% This position may include work on nights and weekends EDSI is an equal opportunity employer.

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