Industry Engagement Coordinator

Classification Title:	Education/Training Spec II
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Description:

• →Proactively identify partnership opportunities between regional industry & associated organizations and Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE).
• →Develop and execute outreach strategies that align employer needs with HWCOE student talent pipelines by understanding regional market trends, hiring demands, and employer expectations.
• →Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing UFIS industry partners and HWCOE departments and faculty.
• →Connect HWCOE resources—including students, faculty, labs, research initiatives, capstone projects, workforce development, and technology licensing—to enhance student learning and support the growth of the Sarasota technology talent pipeline.
• →Prospect new regional companies and startups (engineering firms, manufacturers, healthcare systems, technology companies) to build long-term, sustainable partnerships.
• →Utilize data to identify growth opportunities and measure program success; track employer engagement, internships secured, direct placements and sponsored projects.

Expected Salary:

Commensurate with education and experience (up to $80,000 annually)

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

Strong existing connections with Sarasota region industry and organizations.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Primary work location for this position is at the UF Innovation Station in Sarasota County.

In order to be considered for this position, you must upload a cover letter and resume with application.

This is a time-limited position. 

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No

 

Advertised: 28 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 09 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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