Date Posted: 05/06/2025 Req ID: 42815 Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough Department: UTSC:Arts and Science Co:op Programs Campus:University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) Position Number: Description: About us: The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey. The University of Toronto Scarborough has been a leader in co:operative education and work integrated learning (WIL), for 50 years. Co:op and WIL give students an opportunity skills learned in the classroom, and to expand their knowledge through related work experience. The Department of Arts and Science Co:op is responsible for preparing over 3000 undergraduate students from 58 academic areas to compete for paid co:op work term opportunities. The department is also responsible for engaging industry partners who provide these work terms. A coordinated effort among the stakeholders of student, employer, and university co:op programming contribute to the development of well qualified graduates who are prepared to assume a productive role in society. With a commitment to the equity, diversity and inclusion and the campus' 'Inclusive Excellence' mission, the department works closely with academic departments and support services on campusand with employer and community partners to support students as they work to achieve their academic and co:op/integrated learning aspirations. This search aligns with the University's commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity and Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities . Your opportunity: The Events Coordinator, Industry Engagement will be the main contact for planning and executing events that bring industry experts, such as employers and co:op program alumni to campus. They will coordinate an industry series aimed at enhancing the Arts and Science co:op student experience, through in person, hybrid and virtual events. These initiatives contribute directly to the overallArts and Science Co:op department's strategic goals and will increase co:op student knowledge about specific roles, organizations, industry sectors, recruitment and workplace trends, and facilitate meaningful connections between co:op students and employers, and increase co:op hiring outcomes. The role involves planning and executing events throughout the year while working with the student services and partnerships teams and developing an event brief that meets all parties requirements for execution. You will develop an event calendar, timelines, key milestones and a proposed budget and work with internal departments and external vendors for set up, catering, registration, and promotion. On the day of the event, you are the contact to ensure smooth execution of activities. Once the event is completed, you will assess event outcomes, gather stakeholder feedback, and provide recommendations to improve and maximize co:op student and employer engagement. Your responsibilities will include: :Conceptualizing, organizing and executing event activities :Analyzing client needs and making recommendations on event logistics and options :Overseeing the implementation of event plans and activities :Fostering positive relationships with clients :Delivering presentations to promote programs, opportunities and/or initiatives :Coo