Why work for us?

The Partnership for College Completion (PCC) is a nonprofit organization that envisions a state where equitable opportunities to access and complete a college education leads to greater degree attainment, racial equity, and socioeconomic mobility for Illinoisans. PCC champions policies, practices, and systems that increase college completion and eliminate degree completion disparities for low-income, first-generation, and students of color in Illinois – particularly Black and Latinx students.

Director of External Affairs

The Director of External Affairs is a senior leadership role responsible for advancing PCC’s external engagement strategy across communications, government affairs, advocacy, and community engagement. PCC is seeking a seasoned external affairs leader with demonstrated success in advocacy, coalition-building, stakeholder engagement, and legislative strategy who can effectively translate research and policy priorities into meaningful public impact. This position ensures that PCC’s research, policy priorities, and institutional partnerships are translated into compelling public narratives, coordinated advocacy strategies, and strong relationships with policymakers, partners, funders, and the broader public. 

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PCC Student Advisory Council – 2026-27 Cohort

The Partnership for College Completion Student Advisory Council (SAC) equips current Illinois college students with skills that will help them advance their campus careers to completion and learn the importance of engaging decision makers in conversations that will improve Illinois’ higher education system.

Interested in joining the Student Advisory Council for the 2026-2027 academic year? Applications are now open through August 7, 2026. 

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