Program Manager, Venture Internships & Regional Talent Development

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Closing Date: 08/07/2026 Type of Position: Student Activities and Engagement Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term) Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Appli­cants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department: Entrepreneurship & Innovation Programs Department's Website: entrepreneurship.uark.edu Summary of Job Duties: The Program Manager, Venture Internships & Talent Development, leads the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation’s Venture Intern Program (VIP) and supports Startup Intern Match, a regional workforce development initiative developed in collaboration with the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center and Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC). This position manages the recruitment, placement, training, coaching, and support of student interns while building relationships with startup hosts, university partners, and community stakeholders. The Program Manager delivers a cohort-based experiential learning model that combines paid internships, professional development, entrepreneurial training, and career readiness programming to prepare students for success in entrepreneurial and innovation-driven careers. Serving as the primary coordinator for student-facing activities within both programs, the Program Manager works closely with students, employers, higher education partners, and the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem to expand access to meaningful startup experiences and strengthen the innovation talent pipeline. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education At least two years of professional experience in program management, workforce development, experiential learning, entrepreneurship or a related field Experience working collaboratively with external stakeholders Demonstrated experience leading and coordinating programs, projects, internships, events, or student-focused initiatives Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Higher Education, Business, Entrepreneurship, Student Affairs, Workforce Development, Organizational Leadership, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education Experience managing internship, fellowship, workforce development, or experiential learning programs Experience coaching, advising, mentoring, or supporting college students Experience working with startups, entrepreneurial ecosystems, innovation programs, or small businesses Experience with program assessment, data tracking, grant reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment Knowledge of experiential learning and student development best practices Understanding of entrepreneurship, startups, and innovation ecosystems Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills Ability to build partner