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Wayne State University

Program Coordinator, Entrepreneurship & Innovation

full-time•Detroit•$25k

Summary

Location

Detroit

Type

full-time

Experience

0-2 years

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About this role

Program Coordinator, Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Program Coordinator, Entrepreneurship & Innovation at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

 **Grant-Funded**

The Program Coordinator for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (E&I) will play a pivotal role in supporting the Director of Entrepreneurship & Innovation (E&I) in providing students with specialized knowledge, skills and experience to develop and launch startup ventures or social impact ventures, or work at a startup within the entrepreneurial ecosystem. This position is supported by a JPMorgan Chase grant for a period of two years.

The Program Coordinator will be responsible for two major new initiatives: a Student Industry Mentorship Program and an Entrepreneur’s Showcase. Additionally, this individual will support the general operations of the Belinsky Entrepreneurship Learning Laboratory (BELL), associated events and programming.

Qualifications:

Desirable education and experience:

  • ·       Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business Administration, Communication, or a related field.
  • ·       Experience in program coordination, event planning, or student services.
  • ·       Interest in or familiarity with the Detroit startup ecosystem, venture capital, or entrepreneurship is highly preferred.
  • ·       Experience working with diverse student populations.

School/College/Division:

H16 - School of Business Admin

Primary department:

H1609 - Supply Chain Management Admin (H1609)

Employment type:

  • Regular Employee
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Job category: Staff/Administrative

Funding/salary information:

  • Compensation type: Annual Salary
  • Hourly rate: N/A
  • Salary minimum: 0
  • Salary hire maximum: $25,000

Working conditions:

Office environment

Job openings:

  • Number of openings: 1
  • Reposted position: No
  • Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)
  • Prior posting/requisition number:

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

What you'll do

  • The Program Coordinator will support the Director of Entrepreneurship & Innovation in providing students with the knowledge and skills to develop startup ventures. They will also manage initiatives like a Student Industry Mentorship Program and an Entrepreneur’s Showcase.

About Wayne State University

The College of Education is anchored by its commitment to social justice, equity and inclusive excellence, and offers highly recognized degree programs in 37 areas, including teacher education, counseling, educational leadership and policy studies, educational psychology, exercise and sport science, learning design and technology, and sports administration. For more information: https://www.facebook.com/waynestatecoe/ https://www.instagram.com/waynestatecoe/ https://twitter.com/waynestatecoe

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