Career Pathways Coach

Position Overview The Career Pathways Coach is responsible for developing and coordinating internship opportunities that align with career pathways for college students. This role involves working closely with students, community colleges, education partners, and worksites to ensure that internships provide valuable, hands-on experience in specific career fields. Under the supervision of the Associate Director of College and Career Pathways, the Career Pathways Coach plays a key role in helping students receive valuable work experience by supporting their professional development and connecting them with relevant internship experiences. This position is in partnership with the City of Los Angeles and requires colocation at East Los Angeles College and Los Angeles City College. Duties Program Development and Coordination: Develop and coordinate internship opportunities that align with established career pathways for students, ensuring these experiences support both academic and career goals. Collaborate with PLN Youth Employment team on program participant onboarding, timesheet collection and payroll distribution. Maintain an up-to-date database of internship opportunities and actively promote them to students. Coordinate the logistics of internship placements, including matching students with appropriate worksites, managing application processes, and ensuring program eligibility and compliance. About PLN Founded on Skid Row in 1980, Para Los Niños provides education and wraparound support, serving over 10,000 children, youth, and families annually in some of the most underserved areas in Los Angeles. PLN fosters pathways to success by striving for excellence in education, family support, and comprehensive social-emotional, and community-based services. Through early education, TK-8th grade education, youth workforce services, and family and community services Para Los Niño’s model provides a comprehensive, holistic approach to break the cycle of poverty and help children and youth thrive. Minimum of 2 years of experience in career services, college advisement, recruiting, student advising, internship program coordination, or a related field. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to build and maintain relationships with worksites, students, and partner schools. Excellent organizational and project management skills. Knowledge of career pathways, labor market trends, and industry-specific internship standards preferred. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Salary : $24 - $30