Develop new relationships with employers through extensive outreach to increase the number of organizations hiring our students and alumni while elevating our presence in the business and nonprofit communitiesCreate and deliver workshops at incubators, coworking spaces and associations on internship best practicesManage an employer workshop series, including the annual Internship Best Practices Forum, to support organizations’ recruitment strategies

Manage employer relations and internship development for the Career Center Assist organizations with recruitment strategies for internship and full-time hiring at DePaul University Extensive outreach within Chicagoland business and nonprofit communities to increase the number of organizations hiring from DePaul University

Manage overall operational aspects of the University Internship Program including student recruitment, enrollment, and employer relationsIn consultation with the UIP Faculty Director, establish procedures for the qualitative and quantitative evaluation of internship opportunitiesFacilitate the recruiting, training and supervision of three full-time staff

Managed logistics, planning and coordinating of the University Internship Program resulting in record enrollment numbersAdvised students on resume building, interviewing skills and internship search strategiesExtensive outreach to Chicago area businesses to increase the number of internships offered to the students

Director of External Affairs; Executive Committee (2011-2014)Past member of Government Affairs committee: help develop the legislative agenda and identify issues affecting LPCC members at the county, city and state levels of governmentRepresent DePaul University Career Center in the business community: establish long-lasting relationships to further build our presence within Lincoln Park and connect our students to employers for internships and full-time employment