Job Description
Position Summary:
Launch the next generation of sport industry leaders. As the
Experiential Learning Coordinator, you will bridge classroom
learning with high-impact career opportunities, cultivating key
industry partnerships, guiding students through internship
placements, and elevating career readiness across the Department of
Sport Management. If you thrive on building relationships and
helping students achieve professional success, this is your
opportunity to make a lasting impact.
The Experiential Learning Coordinator leads the development,
implementation, and assessment of all experiential learning
opportunities for students in the Department of Sport Management.
These opportunities include a broad range of high-impact practices,
including internships, practicums, field experiences, industry
projects, and study abroad programs. The coordinator ensures these
experiences align with program learning outcomes, prepare students
for careers in the dynamic sports industry, and foster strong
partnerships with industry stakeholders. This position is central
to the department's commitment to applied, hands-on learning and
student career readiness.
The ideal candidate is student-centered, relationship-oriented, and
passionate about preparing the next generation of sport industry
professionals for successful careers.
This is a part-time position working up to 20 hours per week.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
All interested applicants should attach a resume and cover letter
in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably
in PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.
Ideal Candidate Statement:
The ideal candidate is student-centered, relationship-oriented, and
passionate about preparing the next generation of sport industry
professionals for successful careers.
Workplace Requirements & Location:
This position is primarily on-site at Rice University in Houston,
Texas. Evening or occasional weekend work may be required to
support department events. Per
Rice
policy 440 , work arrangements may be subject to change. Local
travel to engage with student interns and area sports organizations
is also required.
Hiring Range: $20/hour
*Non-Exempt (hourly) positions under FLSA
are eligible for overtime.
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 0 - 1 year of experience in sport industry operations,
experiential learning coordination, career services, or higher
education advising
- In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related
education beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted on an
equivalent year-for-year basis.
Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to interact professionally with students, faculty, and
external contacts
- Proactive and highly reliable, with a proven track record of
working independently and exercising good judgment
Preferences:
- Bachelor's degree in Sport Management, Business, Higher
Education, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience
Essential Functions:
Student Placement & Advising (approx. 50%)
- Advise students on internship and practicum opportunities
aligned with their career goals and academic requirements.
- Provide coaching on resumes, cover letters, internship
applications, interview preparation, and networking specific to the
sports industry.
- Monitor student progress during placements through routine
check-ins and performance evaluations; address challenges and
facilitate successful completion.
- Track student outcomes to ensure the experiential learning
program meets career readiness goals.
Partner Outreach & Program Support (approx. 35%)
- Build and maintain relationships with existing local industry
partners (professional sports teams, leagues, athletic departments,
agencies, corporate sponsors, and venues) and share available
opportunities with students.
- Assist in identifying new potential internship sites and
communicating departmental guidelines to site supervisors to ensure
quality supervision and meaningful learning outcomes.
- Represent the department at career fairs, industry conferences,
and networking events to promote the program and expand
opportunities.
- Serve as the department liaison to the university career center
and collaborate with university offices (Career Services, Study
Abroad, etc.) and faculty to enhance opportunities.
Administration (approx. 15%)
- Maintain accurate records of student placements, completed
hours, and site evaluations.
- Collect post-graduation outcome data (job placement, salary,
employer feedback) to assess program effectiveness.
- Assist the Department Chair with administrative tasks related
to experiential learning, as assigned.
Additional Functions:
- Support departmental events, recruitment, and alumni engagement
initiatives.
- Stay current with trends in sport management, experiential
education, and workforce development.
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