The Shriver Center

Beginning in 1987, the Shriver Center at UMBC has coordinated the Governor's Summer Internship Program (GSIP), in partnership with the Governor's Office of Maryland. Since then, the Shriver Center has developed a portfolio of statewide programs known as the Maryland Public Service Scholars programs designed to prepare college students across the State for social impact leadership and workforce development, building and launching the next generation of Maryland's leaders in public, nonprofit, and for-profit social impact sectors. 

The Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day planning, operations and delivery of statewide public service programs including the Governor's Summer Internship Program, Sondheim Nonprofit Leadership Program, Maryland Department of Transportation Fellows Program, Sondheim Public Services Law Fellows Program and the Choice Program's "College Night" initiative.

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $52,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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A hybrid telework schedule may be available. 

• Program Planning and Development which includes developing and overseeing the program's annual calendar, organizing events and activities, collaborating with external partners, and developing and updating policies and procedures. 
• Program Coordination and Delivery which includes planning and facilitating orientation sessions and professional/leadership development seminars, and monitoring intern progress, as well as, providing intern support. 
• Intern Recruitment and Selection using effective recruitment strategies in order to attract highly talented interns from across the State.
• Stakeholder Engagement with the MPSS Alumni Board as well as faculty, staff and students across MD institutions and public and nonprofit organizations and agencies.
• Program Evaluation and Reporting involving the collection of feedback to evaluate program effectiveness and the analysis of program data and metrics. 
• Coordination of "College Night" for the Choice Program including the planning of workforce development activities for youth participants and supporting logistical planning. 
• Preparation of various reports and presentations.
• Maintaining highly accurate records of intern placements, activities, evaluations, alumni, and any other relevant program information. 

Bachelor's Degree plus:

One year of experience in the nonprofit/public sector, human resources and/or higher education fields AND one year of experience coordinating internships, leadership development, workforce development, service-related or similar programs

Or:

One year of experience teaching, workshop or training facilitation or leading group activities

Or:

One year of experience event planning, program or project coordination 

Master's Degree in Higher Education, Education, Organizational Communication or a related field plus:

Two years of experience in the nonprofit/public sector, human resources and/or higher education fields AND two years of experience coordinating internships, leadership development, workforce development, service-related or similar programs

Or:

Two years of experience teaching, workshop or training facilitation or leading group activities

Or:

Two years of experience event planning, program or project coordination 

A background check will be required.  

Upload a cover letter and a resume.  

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave  
• 15 Days of Sick Leave  
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities
• & Much more

Contingent II positions may include some benefits. 

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position. 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.