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Career Services Coordinator

Inside Higher Ed
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026
Department: HNRS South Carolina Honors College

Advertised Salary Range

Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary

Honors College staff members should possess a wide-ranging intellectual curiosity and a commitment to working with high-achieving students. As Career Services Coordinator, the incumbent will serve as instructor of record for SCHC internship courses and coordinate the promotion, implementation and evaluation of the program. They will be responsible for reviewing SCHC internship contracts, meeting with and preparing students for their internship experiences, and managing administrative operational functions of the internship program, including course enrollment and instruction through Blackboard. The incumbent will also develop and execute innovative and engaging career and professional development for SCHC students, including workshops and presentations pertaining to post-undergraduate opportunities. The incumbent will develop and manage alumni connections initiatives, connecting SCHC students to SCHC alumni, working alongside the SCHS development team and Career Services Director.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

  • Prior career coaching experience in a university career center, academic unit or industry.
  • Prior teaching experience in higher education.
  • Some knowledge of USC policies, procedures and programs.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Applicants must have the ability to function in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • The successful candidate will be well organized, have excellent written and oral communication skills, be able to deal diplomatically with various constituent groups and be proficient in Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret information accurately are critical.

Job Close Date

05/10/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Qualifications

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.We are only accepting applications submitted by May 10, 2026.The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

  • Health and Life Insurance
  • Retirement Programs
  • Paid Tuition
  • Dependent Scholarships
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development Opportunities

Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.

To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204967

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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