Coordinator, Internship Programs
Job Title: Coordinator, Internship Programs
Department: Workforce Development
Employment Type: Full-time, Non-exempt
Reports To: Program Manager, Early Career Programs
Summary
The Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation (BNYDC) is the not-for-profit corporation that serves as the real estate developer and property manager of the Yard on behalf of its owner, The City of New York (the “City”). BNYDC constantly strives to provide an environment in which businesses and careers can take root and grow.
The Coordinator, Internship Programs, will support all aspects of program operations, including intern recruitment, onboarding, and experience design. Additionally, they will coordinate and interact with Yard businesses and BNYDC departments to place interns at host sites and ensure all parties have a quality experience. They will also help to create and execute professional development/career readiness programming and related events.
Responsibilities
Support the recruiting process for 3 internship cohorts (Fall and Spring part-time, Summer full-time), including application review, first-round interviews, and company matching
Notify candidates of decision/matching outcomes and outline the onboarding process for each cohort
Review and approve bi-weekly timesheets for each intern
Coordinate progress check-ins, surveys, and routine correspondence between program hosts (tenant employers) and interns
Update and maintain the Airtable database regarding all internship data
Support the Program Manager in recruiting candidates for the Alumni Internship Program
Assist with the planning and execution of professional development events by coordinating attendees, partners, and vendors, crafting content, managing RSVPs, etc.
Craft and post engaging content for the BNYDC Internship Alumni LinkedIn page
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Required Skills & Abilities
Commitment and alignment with the vision of the Brooklyn Navy Yard
Excellent communication (oral and written)
Strong project management and organizational skills, with an ability to manage tasks and deliverables across multiple concurrent projects
Ability to build relationships with a diverse set of employers and program participants
Must be proficient with Excel, Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, and internet research
Preferred experience with AirTable and/or Salesforce
Ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere
Qualifications
2-3 years of relevant work experience
Bachelor’s Degree required
Must be willing and able to work some evenings and weekends as needed.