Business Partnership Manager

Position Overview
Now Hiring! Business Partnership Manager
Organization: Junior Achievement of South Florida
Department: Workforce Development
Reports to: Senior Youth Employment Program Manager
Schedule: Full Time, Exempt
Location: Coconut Creek, FL 33066
Hours: Regular work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm, however fulfilling responsibilities and meeting goals may require additional hours. The position may require early mornings and/or evenings and occasional weekends.
Work Environment: Hybrid; Onboarding onsite at JA World; Onsite at JA World approximately 1-2 days/week; required travel with mileage reimbursements within Broward and south Palm Beach counties
Job Summary:
The Business Partnership Manager will identify, recruit, manage, and retain relationships with businesses to employ students as interns.
Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Business Partnership Manager will supervise approximately 3 seasonal Employment Specialists

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Identify and recruit potential employers: Research and identify local businesses interested in hosting high school interns based on industry demand and student interests.

• Develop and maintain relationships with employers: Build strong relationships with businesses through networking, regular communication, and personalized outreach. This includes activities such as proactively participate in relevant networking groups to create and foster connections, share insights, and stay abreast of industry trends.

• Manage the internship application and placement process: Coordinate the internship selection process, including reviewing applications, conducting interviews, and matching students with suitable placements.

• Provide ongoing support to employers and interns: Offer guidance and resources to employers throughout the internship period and address any concerns or issues that may arise.

• Monitor and evaluate the program's effectiveness: Collect data, track key performance indicators, and prepare reports to assess the program's success and identify areas for improvement.

• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices: Attend relevant industry events and conferences, and network with other professionals to stay current on best practices in internship program management.

• Assist in the direction and/or creation of compelling marketing materials to attract employers.

• Help prepare and support students before, during and after their internship experience.

• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Incorporate all 10 of JA's values:

o Commit to Growth.
o Deliver the Wow.
o Be bold, innovative, and creative.
o Do it with passion.
o Own your actions.
o Build awesome relationships.
o Bring fun & energy.
o Celebrate uniqueness.
o Drive and embrace change.
o Be true, be you.

• Passion for JA's mission and eagerness to learn programs.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft 365 and CRM software.

• Passion for education and workforce development.

• Knowledge of the local business community and labor market.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable personal transportation for travel within Broward and south Palm Beach counties

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, education, or another related field is required.

• 2+ years of experience in sales, recruitment, or another related field is required

• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand, sit, walk, see, adjust focus, talk, hear, bend, lift 15lbs occasionally.

Who we are:
Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) empowers our youth with the knowledge, ability, and confidence to navigate their futures, drive our economy and lead our community. We are looking for individuals who are passionate not only to our mission, but also about being part of the innovative and energetic culture at JA.
JA provides real-world training in financial literacy including budgeting, spending, investing and the use of credit; offers cutting-edge skill-building opportunities that enable young people to explore meaningful, productive careers; teaches students how to start businesses; and introduces entrepreneurial values that strengthen workplaces. Last year, with the help of over 7,100 trained corporate and community volunteers, JA delivered over 20 various programs to almost 50,000 students in classrooms throughout Broward and south Palm Beach counties and at JA World Huizenga Center at the Lillian S. Wells Pavilion, a first-class facility housing JA BizTown and JA Finance Park. For more information about Junior Achievement of South Florida, visit Follow JA on social media @jasouthflorida.
Junior Achievement of South Florida participates in the federal government's E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For all new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.