National Fellowships Program Coordinator

National Fellowships Program Coordinator

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about student success and thrives in a dynamic, student-focused environment. The ideal candidate will have strong editing and writing skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, and experience in program coordination as well as familiarity with social media content creation and a proactive, self-directed approach to learning. Experience in higher education is preferred.

Location : This position is on-site in College Station, TX.

Salary : $45,000 / annually (Based on selected hire's qualifications)

Cover Letter & Resume : A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Other Requirements and Factors : Must work in person in a student-facing office.

Essential Duties / Tasks

• Program Coordination and Outreach
• Coordinates all aspects of the National Fellowships Program, including outreach (in person and through social media), recruitment, and selection processes for internal and external awards.
• Coordinates campus nomination processes for major awards (Rhodes, Marshall, Churchill, Truman, Goldwater, Boren, Fulbright, Gaither, Udall, McCall MacBain, and Astronaut), as well as related internal awards, such as Deans' Excellence Awards, and Outstanding Senior Awards.
• Supports program assessment and evaluation and maintains program databases.
• Coordinates logistics and travel for seminars, workshops, orientations, and other events.
• Purchases program materials and prepares reports for students, faculty, and university leadership.
• Researches and recommends improvements to support student success and program visibility.
• Administrative Support
• Serves as the first point of contact for program information and coordinates responses to inquiries.
• Supports maintenance of office databases.
• Tracks and monitors the program budget.
• Coordinates committee meetings and prepares materials and correspondence.
• Student Advising
• Maintains regular office hours to advise students on fellowship opportunities, application strategies, and essay development.
• Supports students through all stages of the application process.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience :

Preferred Qualifications :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Who We Are

The Office of National Fellowships supports high-achieving and purpose-driven students as they pursue nationally and internationally competitive awards. We help students discover their potential, articulate their aspirations, and develop the skills needed to compete for prestigious opportunities that expand their academic, professional, and global engagement.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

Our Commitment : Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents, and lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are : Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and / or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer.