Career Instructor/Internship Coordinator

The College of Business and Technology at Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) invites applications for one full-time instructor focused on career development in the College of Business & Technology. This position will start in late Fall 2026, pending final funding approval.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should have a Masters degree in a business or computer-science related field. The successful candidate should be able to teach traditional courses as well as seminars. They should also have the personal engagement skills necessary to engage in service activities related to career. Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and research is required. Relevant business experience will also be helpful.

Job Responsibilities

This position is responsible for delivering the equivalent of 8 courses per year and service activities. Assignments may include (a) traditional courses (career); (b) short career-related seminars; (c) work with students individually; (d) engage City of Chicago industry to develop new internship opportunities for students taking the internship course; and (e) data analysis and reporting of results. This position will reside in the Department of Management and Marketing but will be delegated to work with the Associate Dean’s career team.

Application

Send an application letter, vitae, copy of transcripts, the names and contact information of at least three professional references, most recent student evaluations, and sample research work electronically (via email: mm-car@neiu.edu) to Dr. Qiumei Xu, Associate Dean, College of Business and Technology, Northeastern Illinois University, 5500 North St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625. While unofficial transcripts are accepted, official transcripts for all earned degrees are required of candidates selected for final interviews. The position also requires a background check. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000. University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). Please visit our Employee Benefits page to learn more about our comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision benefits, sick and vacation days, and participation in the State Universities Retirement System.

About NEIU

Founded in 1867, Northeastern Illinois University enrolls about 5,500 students through the College of Arts and Sciences, the Daniel L. Goodwin College of Education, the College of Business and Technology and the College of Graduate Studies and Research. Northeastern is regarded as the most diverse public comprehensive university in the Midwest and is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. NEIU offers more than 40 undergraduate degree and certificate programs and more than 50 graduate degree, certificate, licensure and endorsement programs. NEIU’s Main Campus is located on 67 acres in a residential area on the Northwest Side of Chicago. The University has three additional locations in the metropolitan area: the Jacob H. Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies, El Centro and the Center for College Access and Success. NEIU also is a founding member of the University Center of Lake County consortium campus in suburban Lake County, north of Chicago. Read more about us at www.neiu.edu.