Program Manager

Program ManagerJob Overview

CareerReady is seeking a dynamic, community-minded Program Manager to oversee the organization’s student programs and internship program. This role leads program planning and delivery, supports students’ career readiness, and builds relationships with schools, employers, and community partners.

The Program Manager will guide students from program enrollment and preparation through internships and follow-up. The role combines program leadership, student support, employer engagement, and hands-on community outreach. Regular travel to schools, internship sites, partner locations, and community events is an essential part of the position.

Key Responsibilities Program Leadership

• Oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of CareerReady programs, ensuring activities meet organizational goals and student needs.
• Develop program calendars, coordinate instructors and volunteers, and manage materials, logistics, and communications.
• Monitor student participation and progress; identify challenges and coordinate appropriate support.
• Maintain accurate student, program, and outcome records.
• Collect and review program data, recommend improvements, and prepare reports for leadership, funders, and partners.
• Support grant reporting, fundraising activities, and other efforts that sustain and strengthen programs.

Internship Program

• Develop and manage the internship program from employer recruitment and student preparation through placement, supervision, and evaluation.
• Build relationships with employers willing to host interns and explain the program’s goals, expectations, and support process.
• Identify internship opportunities and coordinate student applications, interviews, matching, and placement.
• Prepare students for internships, including workplace expectations, communication, professionalism, and job-specific requirements.
• Coordinate with employers and site supervisors to confirm schedules, duties, supervision, and feedback expectations.
• Maintain regular contact with students and internship supervisors, address concerns, and help resolve placement issues.
• Track internship attendance, student progress, employer feedback, and program outcomes.
• Develop and maintain clear internship procedures, forms, calendars, and communication records.

Partnerships and Community Engagement

• Coordinate with schools, community organizations, service providers, employers, and other stakeholders.
• Represent CareerReady at school visits, partner meetings, workshops, and community events.
• Speak publicly about CareerReady programs and encourage student, employer, and community participation.
• Support outreach and communications, including social media and other promotional efforts.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and recognize volunteers who support program activities.

Travel Requirements

• Travel regularly within the organization’s service area to schools, internship sites, employer offices, partner locations, and community events.
• Travel may occur during evenings or weekends based on program and internship schedules.
• Occasional overnight or out-of-area travel may be required for conferences, trainings, or approved organizational activities.
• The position requires the ability to move between locations and transport program materials as needed.
• Travel expenses and mileage will be handled according to organizational policy.

Qualifications

• Experience managing programs in education, workforce development, youth development, social services, or a related field.
• Experience coordinating internships, work-based learning, career-readiness programs, or employer partnerships is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, schedules, records, and multiple deadlines.
• Experience supporting students or working with diverse communities.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent writing and public-speaking abilities.
• Proficiency with project management tools, data collection systems, social media platforms, and Microsoft Office.
• Bilingual abilities are preferred.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the role’s travel requirements are required.

Work Environment

This is a paid position involving program planning, student support, employer and school coordination, administrative work, and in-person community engagement. Work hours may occasionally include evenings or weekends to support program activities and internship needs.

Bring your leadership, organization, and commitment to student success to help young people build the skills, connections, and experience they need to move toward meaningful careers.

Pay: $40,000.00 - $49,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person