IT Co-op Program Specialist

Job Description
We are seeking an organized and proactive IT Co-op Program Specialist to manage and develop an enterprise technology co-op program. This role will serve as the primary point of contact for co-op students and internal hiring managers while overseeing the program from recruitment through onboarding and offboarding.

The ideal candidate will have strong program coordination, documentation, project management, and relationship-building skills. This individual should be comfortable working independently and improving processes within a growing program.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full co-op lifecycle including recruiting, placement, onboarding, check-ins, and offboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify co-op opportunities and define project responsibilities.
• Coordinate student schedules, placements, evaluations, and program documentation.
• Serve as a primary resource for co-op students and address questions or concerns throughout their assignments.
• Build relationships with academic institutions, career services teams, and other external partners.
• Support career fairs, recruiting events, and student engagement activities.
• Develop and maintain onboarding materials, process documentation, templates, and program guidelines.
• Track program metrics including placements, retention, satisfaction, and potential full-time conversions.
• Prepare reports and program updates for leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve and scale program processes.
• Maintain accurate records while handling sensitive student and personnel information appropriately.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Higher Education, Information Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in program coordination, recruiting, HR programs, internship/co-op administration, or a related function.
• Experience managing programs involving multiple stakeholders, schedules, and deliverables.
• Strong process documentation and organizational skills.
• Experience partnering with hiring managers or business leaders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems, HRIS platforms, or program management tools is a plus.
• Higher education, campus recruiting, or early-career program experience is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive, go-getter mindset.