Program Manager, Strategic Partnerships & Emerging Industries

Job Summary

The Program Manager for Strategic Partnerships and Emerging Industries is a strategic leader in Career Services at the University of Colorado Boulder. Leading at the intersection of technology, workforce, and the career ecosystem, this role helps establish CU Boulder as a national leader in modern recruitment practices. Part of the Employer Relations team, the manager supports the broader vision of the department while connecting externally to curate insights on hiring, talent development, and in-demand skills, ensuring CU Boulder remains responsive to industry needs. This position works alongside a team focused on expanding and championing the collection of opportunities CU Buffs have to build workplace skills.

Acting as the department's expert on the future of work, the program manager identifies, tracks, and communicates shifts in regional and national labor markets, with a focus on high-growth, innovation-driven sectors such as AI ethics, quantum cybersecurity, influencer marketing, and virtual reality therapy. The role is designed for a strategic analyst and systems thinker who is excited about developing processes and tools in response to what is happening in the world of work. Their work will support the development of partnerships and initiatives to inform our community about emerging industries.