Job Description

Coordinator of Corporate Relations - Gies Advancement

Gies College of Business

The Gies Advancement Office at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Gies College of Business is responsible for resource generation and external engagement efforts that advance the mission of the college. We cultivate meaningful relationships with alumni, donors, and corporate partners while educating external stakeholders about the impact and priorities of Gies.

The lifelong connections between Gies Business and its alumni and friends are essential to achieving our mission and advancing our vision of being the world's most innovative business school. The Office of Advancement fosters these relationships through alumni and donor engagement, strategic events, student and faculty interactions, and philanthropic partnerships that support scholarships, innovative programs, and faculty excellence.

Job Summary
The Coordinator of Corporate Relations supports the Corporate Relations team in developing and maintaining relationships with corporate partners that advance the mission and strategic priorities of Gies College of Business. The coordinator plays a key operational role in coordinating and implementing corporate engagement initiatives, coordinating events and meetings, managing communication and data tracking, and facilitating strong internal collaboration between corporate partners and campus stakeholders. This position works closely with the Corporate Partnerships team to advance opportunities related to student employment, experiential learning projects, corporate education, and alumni engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Corporate Relations Coordination

• Collaborate with the Corporate Relations staff, departments, administration and select corporate

partners to grow, develop and maintain relationships with existing partners.

• Coordinate meetings, introductions, and engagement opportunities between corporate

representatives and Gies faculty, staff, and leadership.

• Plan and provide logistical support for corporate engagement initiatives and partner activities and

execute those strategic plans.

• Implement engagement plans for corporate partners.
• Maintain a database of alumni working with partner organizations and analyze engagement trends, to

improve processes.

Data Management and Reporting

• Track corporate partner engagement and communication through CRM systems such as Salesforce.
• Maintain accurate records of corporate interactions, participation, and partnership activities.
• Generate reports related to corporate relations activity and outcomes.
• Support corporate partner reporting and find new ways to evaluate the data.
• Enter data into TED and work with OCR, OVCIA, and UIF to ensure collaboration and coordination with

companies and associate alumni

Program and Event Coordination

• Coordinate logistics for corporate relations events, including corporate visits, networking events,

experiential learning programs, and student career development initiatives.

• Develop internal communications methods to keep student professionals' development and

experiential learning teams informed of external activities.

• Assist with planning and execution of corporate partnership events both on and off campus.
• Collaborate with Gies Stewardship and Donor Relations, identify corporate stewardship needs, collect

activity, and impact data and content for each corporate partner, manage stewardship plans for existing
corporate partners, ensuring recognition and reporting.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., development, marketing, career services, Magelli

Office) to fulfill partnership deliverables and enhance corporate visibility.

• Track and report on partnership outcomes, performance metrics, and impact stories.
• Collaborate with Advancement Communication, develop proposals to support corporate relations

officers in their solicitation activities.

• Partner with alumni relations to create targeted programming for corporate alumni networks,

including events, volunteer opportunities, and communication campaigns.

• Travel as required to support corporate engagement activities.
• Coordinate scheduling, materials, and communications for corporate partner meetings and activities.

Administrative and Operational Support

• Assist the Senior Director of Development Operations and the Managing Director of Corporate

Engagement with operational aspect of the office.

• Prepare materials, presentations, and briefing documents for corporate partner meetings.
• Support research on prospective corporate partners and industry trends.
• Support the Assistant Director of Corporate Relations in the day-to-day management and execution of

the Corporate Partners Program including an annual corporate partner meeting

• Provide general operational support to the Corporate Relations team as needed.
• Attend advancement meetings held by OVCIA and others to support campus advancement and

corporate engagement efforts

Internal Collaboration and Communications

• Communicate and strategize with the Corporate Relations Network across campus, as well as internal

partners including career services, experiential learning, advancement, and academic departments.

• Assist in coordinating communication to ensure internal stakeholders are informed of corporate

partner activity and opportunities.

• Help develop and distribute internal updates regarding corporate relations efforts.

Minimum Qualifications

Specialty Factors

Bachelor's degree.

A total of three (3) year (36 months) in education, training and/or work experience in corporate relations, advancement, external partnerships, event/program coordination, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications

Experience in higher education.
Experience coordinating events, meetings, or programs involving external stakeholders.
Experience working with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) or similar data tracking tools.
Experience supporting corporate partnerships or related external engagement activities.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment Ability to use technology and systems to support data tracking, reporting, and communication Ability to travel for meetings and events, as needed Ability to perform physical activities associated with event setup and execution

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the search closes. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The budgeted salary range for this position is $50,000 to $53,000. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.

For more information about Gies Business, visit .

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at .

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on June 8, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Please upload your cover letter, resume (months and years of employment must be included), and names/contact information for three professional references. Please remember to include specific information on how you meet the qualifications of the position in your resume, including all relevant experience.

In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact rgoben@illinois.edu . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - the state's flagship public university and one of the world's leading research institutions - every staff member helps shape what's next . Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you're empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence - where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal , or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID : 1035883

Job Category : Professional and Administrative

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