Industry Engagement Coordinator

At the University of Waterloo, we create and promote a culture where everyone can reach their full potential. As an employee, you get support & opportunities that empower you to advance your career. Explore how we can bring big ideas to life, together. The University is a welcoming workplace for those of all abilities, interests, and expertise. As part of our workforce, you can do what you do best, every day. Learn more about our recruitment process. Job Requisition ID: 2026-02911 Time Type: Full time Employee Group: Staff Job Category: Business Development Employment Type: Temporary Department: Co-operative and Experiential Education - Marketing Outreach Hiring Range: $61,954.88 - $77,443.60 Posting Information: This posting is for an existing vacancy. Term - 1 year This role is being offered as contract position Job Description: Primary Purpose The Industry Engagement Coordinator works on the Industry Engagement (IE) team within Co-operative and Experiential Education (CEE) at the University of Waterloo. The IE team drives awareness and leads generation, ultimately supporting co-op job development. The Coordinator plays a key role in the planning of events and activities for CEE staff; targeted at generating employer leads, strengthening existing employer relationships through engagement and recognition programs. This role will facilitate vital, collaboration-rich relationships both internal and external to the University. The Coordinator manages the research, planning, organization and communication of industry event attendance, logistics and bookings, including event staff scheduling and training, and leads generation targets for key, strategic events. The Coordinator ensures all materials and promotional items are well-maintained and stocked, properly inventoried, scheduled out as needed, and will also support purchasing of event and promotional materials within a defined budget. With guidance from the Industry Engagement Manager, the Coordinator will produce regular reports on the value of the above-mentioned outreach activities and makes recommendations for future planning. In addition, the Coordinator will monitor and track all expenses related to the event plan, including the identification of cost-saving opportunities. Key Accountabilities Oversee targeted event plan and outreach activities in alignment with the IE strategic plan. • Lead the development and execution around consistent processes for engagement activities including targeted event and industry research, event scenario development, pre-event meetings, post-event feedback, regular team feedback collection for continuous improvement of various promotional activities and reporting on plan outcomes; all of which align with strategic job development areas. • Support events hosted by CEEFacilitate staff scheduling and training around event execution. • Creatively pursue and recommend tactics to increase reach and impact on target…