Job ID
37326458
Category
Student Affairs and
Advising
Organization
Student Affairs
Department
Career Services Center
Dept
Location
Main Campus – UCR
Salary
$61,000 – $106,800
Date
Posted
2026-04-03T12:00:00.000Z
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled
Schedule
8AM -
5PM
Full/Part Time
Full-time(100%)
Other Information
Qalifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC
Internal Job: No
Position Information
The Industry Outreach Specialist, STEM is the Career Center’s lead for
STEM employer engagement and partnership development. This is primarily an external-facing role focused on business development, employer
relations, and creating career opportunities for students, not a primary student advising or counseling position. The position is
responsible for identifying, cultivating, and managing relationships with local, regional, and national employers to expand paid
internships, experiential learning, research collaborations, and full-time hiring opportunities for UC Riverside students. The role targets
high-growth and innovation-driven industries-particularly healthcare, logistics, engineering, and technology-to strengthen UCR’s employer
network and increase access to quality STEM opportunities. Working closely with the Bourns College of Engineering, College of Natural and
Agricultural Sciences, School of Medicine, and Career Center colleagues, this position aligns employer outreach with academic priorities,
workforce trends, and student outcomes. Career Specialists provide direct student advising; this role complements that work by developing
the employer partnerships and recruiting pipelines that create opportunities for students. This position requires a proactive, strategic,
and relationship-driven approach similar to business development, account management, or external partnership roles. Key responsibilities
include employer outreach, partnership cultivation, campus recruiting strategy, promotion of UCR talent, expansion of employer visibility on
campus, and development of customized engagement plans that lead to hiring outcomes. The position also uses data and labor market trends to
guide outreach strategy, assess results, and strengthen long-term employer engagement. The role supports the Career Center’s broader goals
of increasing paid internships, strengthening post-graduation outcomes, and advancing UCR’s 2030 Strategic Plan through stronger
university-industry connections and regional workforce impact. The full salary range for the Industry Outreach Specialist, STEM position is
$61,000 – $106,800 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $76,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety
of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must
have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an
employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or
collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional
requirements.
Requirements
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in related area
and/or equivalent experience/training. - Advanced degree in related area.
Experience
- Minimum of 4-7
Years of Experience
Minimum Requirements
Ability to work with people from diverse cultures. Strong
knowledge of analyzing reports, and working with data and assessment tools. Thorough knowledge of needs assessment theory, processes, and
practice; workshop and program design. Ability to serve as Career Center and UCR representative at on and off campus events, professional
meetings and conferences. Ability to offer services that meet or exceed expectations, utilize persuasive dialog when needed and mediate
potential issues before they escalate. Creativity and tenacity to drive new business within the employment community. Ability to work well
under pressure, especially with the constant succession of inquiries from employers and students, with the flexibility to respond to
changing priorities and fluctuating workload. Proven skills in organizing work, defining tasks, prioritizing assignments and follow through.
trong written and verbal communication skills. Must be effectively able to deliver information in a clear, concise and articulate manner to
both students and employers. Skill in conducting presentations from small to large groups. Demonstrated outreach skills and communication
abilities. Comfort and skill in communicating with decision makers. Superb ability to build relationships. Ability to design and modify
computer applications to meet program needs, problem identification, presentation skills, verbal communication, written communication, and
organization skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to work with people from diverse cultures. Strong
knowledge of analyzing reports, and working with data and assessment tools. Thorough knowledge of needs assessment theory, processes, and
practice; workshop and program design. Ability to serve as Career Center and UCR representative at on and off campus events, professional
meetings and conferences. Ability to offer services that meet or exceed expectations, utilize persuasive dialog when needed and mediate
potential issues before they escalate. Creativity and tenacity to drive new business within the employment community. Ability to work well
under pressure, especially with the constant succession of inquiries from employers and students, with the flexibility to respond to
changing priorities and fluctuating workload. Proven skills in organizing work, defining tasks, prioritizing assignments and follow through.
trong written and verbal communication skills. Must be effectively able to deliver information in a clear, concise and articulate manner to
both students and employers. Skill in conducting presentations from small to large groups. Demonstrated outreach skills and communication
abilities. Comfort and skill in communicating with decision makers. Superb ability to build relationships. Ability to design and modify
computer applications to meet program needs, problem identification, presentation skills, verbal communication, written communication, and
organization skills.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is
located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the
vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities’ air,
water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to
explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the
country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S.
universities, according to Money Magazine’s 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20
Center for World University rankings. - UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. – U.S. News
2020 - UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities
committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color. - Among top-tier universities, UC
Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. – Business Insider 2019 - Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR’s Department of
Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. – Center for World University Rankings - UCR’s
distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University
of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected
categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and
anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
For information about our generous
employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
License Requirements
Job Description Details
General Information
Job
Title
CAREER SVC SPEC 3 SV
Job
Code
004982
Grade
110
Department Head
Sean
Gil
Supervisor
Michelle Gomez
Department Custom Scope
The Industry Outreach
Specialist, STEM is the Career Center’s lead for STEM employer engagement and partnership development. This is primarily an external-facing
role focused on business development, employer relations, and creating career opportunities for students, not a primary student advising or
counseling position. The position is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and managing relationships with local, regional, and national
employers to expand paid internships, experiential learning, research collaborations, and full-time hiring opportunities for UC Riverside
students. The role targets high-growth and innovation-driven industries-particularly healthcare, logistics, engineering, and technology-to
strengthen UCR’s employer network and increase access to quality STEM opportunities. Working closely with the Bourns College of Engineering,
College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, School of Medicine, and Career Center colleagues, this position aligns employer outreach with
academic priorities, workforce trends, and student outcomes. Career Specialists provide direct student advising; this role complements that
work by developing the employer partnerships and recruiting pipelines that create opportunities for students. This position requires a
proactive, strategic, and relationship-driven approach similar to business development, account management, or external partnership roles.
Key responsibilities include employer outreach, partnership cultivation, campus recruiting strategy, promotion of UCR talent, expansion of
employer visibility on campus, and development of customized engagement plans that lead to hiring outcomes. The position also uses data and
labor market trends to guide outreach strategy, assess results, and strengthen long-term employer engagement. The role supports the Career
Center’s broader goals of increasing paid internships, strengthening post-graduation outcomes, and advancing UCR’s 2030 Strategic Plan
through stronger university-industry connections and regional workforce impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Provides
guidance to departments/colleges/schools on providing resources to meet students’ career needs. * As the industry subject matter expert,
partners with Career Specialists to deliver the highest quality career readiness opportunities via partnerships with employers. Serves as
the point of contact for building strategic partnerships between colleges employers. Works closely with UCR Alumni Office and currently
employed alumnus to leverage relationships with industry, non-profit and government agencies. * Collaborates with college deans, faculty,
and career specialists in BCOE, CNAS, and SOM to align employer engagement with curriculum, research, and student success priorities.
Strengthens connections between industry and academic programs to ensure relevant, high-impact career readiness opportunities for STEM
students. - Develops and implements marketing and outreach programs to promote programs and services. * Designs a multi-level
external marketing plan identifying targeted employer prospects such as: Corporate Diversity Programs, Fortune 500 Employers, Top Regional
Employers and Local Employers. Evaluates the plan yearly incorporating modifications as needed to remain current with changing economic
conditions and trends. Sustains partnerships with hiring managers to identify how hiring decisions are made and recommends most effective
ways to interact with company hiring officials. Maintains accurate records on corporate outreach activities and visits. Tracks employers
levels of engagement each year to ensure that visits to campus yield the highest quality of service. Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual
reports. Statistically reviews data and evaluates strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Updates database in a timely manner to
keep all data current and factual. * Promotes UCR’s brand and student talent to employers through strategic marketing and outreach. Designs
digital campaigns and communication materials that highlight UCR’s impact in STEM workforce development. Champions inclusive engagement by
featuring diverse student success stories and equitable partnerships. - Maintains and enhances relationships with corporations and
other organizations to develop and modify potential employer resources, and promote external relations with the organization relating to
career services for students and alumni. * Significant time spent in the corporate and business community in a sales/marketing role
requiring local, regional, and occasional out-of-state travel to major employment hubs and events, to meet with new employer prospects or
deepen existing relationships. Independently solicits new leads, schedules appointments and prepares customized recruiting plans. Maintains
accurate records on corporate outreach activities and visits through customer relationship management (CRM) database. Tracks employers
levels of engagement each year to ensure that visits to campus yield the highest quality of service. Statistically reviews data and
evaluates strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Updates CRM database in a timely manner to keep all data current and factual. *
Develops, strengthens, and sustains partnerships with STEM employers locally, regionally, and nationally. Prioritizes industries that
support Inland Empire economic growth-particularly healthcare, logistics, and tech-and drives efforts to increase internship, research, and
job opportunities for optimal student experience. - Uses standard quantitative and qualitative assessments to help clients assess
career goals. * Supports employer assessment initiatives, including the analyzing data in Handshake and from surveys. Supports outreach for
outcomes data for the First Destinations Survey. * Leverages data from Handshake and employer surveys to assess engagement strategies and
outcomes. Tracks employer participation and hiring trends to guide decision-making and report on impact. Supports data-informed continuous
improvement across STEM engagement efforts. - Counsels undergraduate and graduate students and alumni on career options and
opportunities, including customized services for specific populations. * This position may also serve in a leadership role for creating,
developing and implementing customized Career Center programs aimed at targeted student populations. Coordinates and facilitates
internships, and experiential learning for both employers and students. * Collaborates with career specialists to deliver customized
services that connect students to employers and experiential learning aligned with their STEM pathways. Supports development of
employer-facing initiatives that open access to internships, jobs, and co-curricular opportunities. - Modifies and conducts
workshops and presents programs to meet the needs of students and staff. * Designs creative opportunities for employers to engage with
students on or off campus, such as: information sessions, mixers, receptions, panel presentations, open houses and coffee chats. Integrates
virtual programming opportunities for distant employers creating a welcoming environment. * Collaborates with career specialists to deliver
customized services that connect students to employers and experiential learning aligned with their STEM pathways. Supports development of
employer-facing initiatives that open access to internships, jobs, and co-curricular opportunities. - This position may also serve
in a leadership role for developing, creating, and implementing customized Career Center programs aimed at targeted students &
employers. - Reviews and releases new employers, jobs and internships for potential outreach, student viewing and investigates any
unusual listings on a daily basis. * Evaluates new employer contacts and job postings with an eye toward expanding quality opportunities for
STEM students. Investigates and resolves concerns regarding job legitimacy or alignment with UCR’s standards. - Researches and
organizes economic and employment trend data, and designs materials for presentation to students and organization professionals. * Analyzes
industry trends and hiring probability numbers from companies / organizations in relationship to number of available UCR students and majors
to insure appropriate outreach efforts. * Monitors local and national employment trends in STEM fields to anticipate industry needs and
guide employer targeting strategies. Develops presentations and strategic briefs for internal and external stakeholders - Other
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UCR is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer with a commitment to workforce diversity.
