About Drexel

Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Drexel University is a world-class, comprehensive R1 research institution and a global leader in experiential education. Serving as the cornerstone of experiential learning at Drexel, our renowned cooperative education program, also known as co-op, enables students to gain up to 18 months of work experience and build an impressive résumé before they graduate that will set them apart from their peers. For more than 100 years, Drexel co-op has positioned students to learn directly from the experts and visionaries shaping the professional world. Our program partners with more than 1,700 employers from around the globe, ranging from Fortune 500 companies and emerging startups to innovative nonprofits and government agencies.  

In addition, Drexel has committed to becoming the nation’s most civically engaged university, with community partnerships integrated into every aspect of service and academics. Drexel supports engagement along three dimensions: research and academic programs that directly benefit communities, public service by students, faculty and staff, and business practices that support equitable local and regional economic development. Drexel’s engagement is long-term and multigenerational, and is fundamental to the University’s mission, heritage, and future.

Job Summary

The College of Computing & Informatics (CCI) seeks a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council Program Coordinator to support CCI’s Diversity Officer and the College’s DEI Council.

Essential Functions

• Research about diversity topics or potential Council partners
• Coordination of communications on behalf of the Council
• Assistance with event planning and programming
• Support for the launch of University initiatives (anti-racism task force)
• Outreach to University connections and student groups
• Facilitation of administrative functions related to the monthly meetings of the Council and the working groups
• Assistance with communications-related tasks such as presentations, graphics, web site updates as well as newsletter and educational one sheet preparation/dissemination.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience 0-1

Physical Demands

• Typically sitting at a desk/table

Location

University City – Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

The DEI Program Coordinator is temporary, non-exempt hourly paid position that will be paid bi-weekly, and does not qualify for benefits.  The Program Coordinator will work up to 20 hours per week and will be compensated $15 per hour. 

Please contact Marie Fazio (mtf25@drexel.edu) for more information. Applicants must apply through Drexel Careers to be considered.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.