Business and Finance Careers Program Manager

Job Description

UChicago Career Advancement’s programs build on the world-class UChicago liberal arts foundation to give students a competitive edge in their professional development and recruiting in a wide range of roles. As a new role funded by philanthropy, this role will primarily support students who have an interest in finance, business, and other career pathways.

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What You’ll Do:

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• Manage end‑to‑end programs, workshops, and career events that prepare students for competitive internships and full‑time roles.

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• Serve as a proactive adviser to 1st–4th year students, offering targeted coaching grounded in industry insights.

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• Build and expand relationships with employers, alumni, and partners across the public and private sectors.

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• Lead outreach to source opportunities—from job shadowing and site visits to internships and full‑time roles and match students with opportunities through proactive student portfolio management.

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• Coordinate communications, program logistics, and stakeholder engagement to deliver a seamless student experience.

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• Track student progress and outcomes using Salesforce and leverage data to inform program strategy.

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• Support career treks, Career Exploration Week, and other high‑impact experiential learning initiatives.

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What We’re Looking For

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• A self‑starter who thrives in fast‑moving environments and takes initiative without waiting for direction.

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• A strong communicator who builds trust with students, employers, alumni, and internal partners.

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• Someone comfortable juggling multiple projects while maintaining excellent attention to detail.

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• A relationship‑builder who enjoys outreach, partnership development, and engaging with diverse stakeholders.

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• A creative, adaptable problem‑solver committed to student success and program excellence.

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Finance or related business professional experience STRONGLY preferred.