OverviewEUSA Academic Internship Experts works with universities, departments, and individual professors to create and deliver customised, academically-directed internship programmes in London, Dublin, Madrid, Paris, and Prague.EUSA has successfully placed over 30,000 students in academically directed internships over the past 40 years.EUSA place several hundred students per year in academic internships in a range of industries including marketing, media, business, finance, health & science, psychology and the Arts (e.g. theatres, museums).The Placement Coordinator is a key role, and they work directly with students to place them into internships across Dublin. As part of this, they provide support to students throughout their internship programme in Dublin.In addition to internship placement, EUSA's services include housing, academic program development, and program management (including pastoral care, social programme and student wellbeing & safety).Placement CoordinatorEUSA Academic Internship Experts is seeking to appoint a Placement Coordinator to our team based in Dublin.ResponsibilitiesWork closely with students to understand their career aspirations and place them in academic internships which support theseResponsible for providing clear guidance and support to students from initial interview through to successful completion of their internshipAccountable for identifying new companies and organisations that can provide internships for students (through research, cold calling)Build and maintain relationships with companies that provide internships opportunities for EUSA students through ongoing communication and visitsActively manage the internship database to track opportunities and trends in internshipsActively track students' internship compliance including site visits and supervisor feedbackAs part of student wellbeing & safety, responsible for undertaking regular internship site visits to ensure they are compliant with EUSA's policy. Also to ensure they understand the culture of each internship company.Deliver student presentations and workshops (for example, Orientation and professional development sessions)Create content for EUSA's social media platforms by creating engaging content about current students and for prospective studentsThroughout the year, EUSA hosts full-service study abroad programmes for students. These take place for set, limited periods over a calendar year.During EUSA's delivery of study abroad programmes, the Placement Coordinator is required to take part in student activities (such as excursions in Dublin) and be part of a roster to respond to the student emergency phone.Profile and RequirementsPermission to work in the IrelandBased in commutable distance to Dublin city centreStrong interpersonal communication and presentation skillsExcellent stakeholder management and engagement skillsStrong problem solving and conflict management skillsKnowledge of Dublin business and industry trendsExcellent organisation and time management skillsHigh level of professionalism and accuracySelf-starter, ability to use initiative and take ownership of projectsDegree level education and professional experience in higher education or an industry (e.g. HR, Marketing, the Arts)Ability to maintain a degree of flexibility with regards to the ever-changing nature of the role itselfAbout youEnjoys talking to students and listening to themThrives on networking and making new company connectionsHas a strong interest in higher education and/or professional developmentSelf-starter, ability to use initiative and take ownership of projectsAbility to work with people of all ages and levels (students, parents, supervisors, university officials, and colleagues)Works well under pressureEnjoys being part of a hands-on, collaborative teamAdditional/DesiredSome familiarity with the US higher education systemExperience living in another cultureCompensationA team of dedicated and dynamic professionals and offices in Europe and North America, EUSA offers a friendly, progressive work environment, as well as competitive salary, benefits, and holidays.Contract role to November 2026, with possibility of extension.To ApplyTo apply please upload your CV and cover letter, please title your documents 'Last Name First Name CV or Cover Letter'.Please note that by submitting your CV, you agree to EUSA holding your data for one year, but it will only be used for purposes of applying to this role.