Program Coordinator, Kohl’s Center for Retailing

Universities of Wisconsin • Madison, WI

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About The Position

The Program Coordinator plays a key role in advancing the mission of the Kohl’s Center for Retailing by supporting experiential learning and corporate engagement initiatives that connect students with real-world industry opportunities Working closely with the Senior Manager of Partnerships & Programming and the Executive Director, this position coordinates employer engagement events, supports student programming, and manages the logistics that bring high-impact learning experiences to life. The role serves as a primary point of contact for students and industry partners, helping ensure strong relationships and seamless program execution. This role also collaborates across the School of Human Ecology and campus, including but not limited to, advising and career services, teaching faculty, and WFAA colleagues. This position also tracks engagement data, evaluates program effectiveness, and contributes to continuous improvement efforts to align programming with student needs and evolving industry expectations This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, detail-oriented environment, this role offers the opportunity to directly impact student career readiness while strengthening partnerships with leading brands and organizations in the retail landscape.

Requirements

• Professional experience and interest in retail, fashion, and/or related industries.
• Bachelor’s Degree Required

Nice To Haves

• Experience successfully developing, implementing, and managing programs, events, and/or projects
• Proven leadership skills and experience working cross-functionally with others to drive results
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to manage competing tasks efficiently and effectively

Responsibilities

• Evaluates program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for cooperative program planning
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains networks to assist in improvement and development of a cooperative educational program
• Represents the program at internal and external events to advocate for cooperative jobs, internships, and scholarships from local and national firms and organizations

Benefits

• This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees