University Relations & Internship Program Specialist - Military Veterans

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department Overview

Our business is dynamic, innovative and at the forefront of the industry - and our HR team mirrors this in every aspect. Working at Motorola Solutions as an Internship Program & University Relations Specialist will give you an opportunity to truly partner with exceptional leaders to ensure we provide world-class public safety support across the globe. Every day we come to work we are solving for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer stadiums... safer everywhere. It's been an exciting year of transformation and we are looking for an energized team player that wants to help to learn more about Human Resources and continue to drive significant changes that are truly making an impact on our company's success!

Job Description

Overview:

This role is based at our headquarters in the West Loop of Chicago, with easy access to Union and Ogilvie train stations.  Reporting to the Internship Program and University Relations Manager, the Intern Program & University Relations Specialist will perform a variety of activities in support of the company’s campus recruitment strategy for interns and new graduates.   This role is hybrid.
 

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Provide support to the Internship Program and University Relations Manager to design and develop communications, presentations, and document processes for both the internship program and university relations

• Manage program and recruitment data to accurately provide tracking/metrics assisting to tell the program’s story

• Manage centralized program inbox to assist students, employees, and stakeholders with questions and concerns arising throughout all phases of the internship program and university relations

• Provide auditing through the recruitment cycle to ensure compliance standards are met

• Organizing, syncing, managing, and performing internship program activities, such as orientation, in addition to both on-campus and off-campus events.

• Effectively oversee intern and campus program costs to ensure that expenditures are within the allotted budget.

• Conduct internship program evaluations with the intent to improve the overall internship program

• Serve as the main point of contact for any questions or issues related to interns, as well as our on-campus and outside organization partners.

• Track on-campus and off-campus events

• Coordinate and attend job fairs and other on-campus and off-campus events

• Research, identify, develop and maintain relationships with career service representatives, diverse on-campus student groups, faculty, and other key stakeholders keeping diversity and inclusion top of mind

• Plan and execute campus events for recruitment and relationship building (i.e., information sessions, resume review, mock interviewing, etc.)

• Assist with compiling the year-end results summary to HR leadership

• Assist with registering employees for events,  coaching attendees, and distributing event materials events 

• Update and manage career fair and events tracker on the internal campus recruiting landing page

• Identify opportunities to engage prospective students 

• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties and projects as assigned

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Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail; extremely organized

• Excellent presentation skills. Must be comfortable speaking and presenting to large groups and senior leaders

• Excellent communication and relationship management skills

• Ability to work independently and with a team

• Ability to plan and organize effectively

• Ability to make sound recommendations

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding, and rapidly changing environment

• Able to work in a high-volume environment and prioritize work as appropriate

• Knowledge of Google and Microsoft applications. 

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required

• 1+ year of work experience, preferably in university relations or internship/university program coordinator

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel Requirements

Under 10%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email ohr@motorolasolutions.com.