Description

Department: Office of Study Abroad Salary: $12.00 per hour
Description:

Advising and Support:

• Front-line advising: Providing information to prospective students about study abroad programs, application procedures, and program details
• Application assistance: Helping students with completing applications, gathering necessary documents, and understanding program requirements
• Visa support: Assisting students with understanding visa entry requirements for their chosen destination
• Pre-departure and re-entry support: Helping students prepare for their time abroad and assisting with their return to campus

Administrative and Office Support:

• Database management: Maintaining and updating student records, program information, and other relevant data in the office's database
• Office organization: Ensuring the office is organized and well-maintained, including filing, scanning, and other administrative tasks
• General office support: Answering phones, responding to emails, and providing general administrative assistance to the study abroad associate director

Marketing and Outreach:

• Marketing materials: Assisting in the development and distribution of marketing materials to promote study abroad programs
• Social media and website management: Updating the office's website and social media pages with relevant information and announcements
• Event planning: Assisting with the logistics of study abroad fairs, pre-departure orientations, and other events
• Outreach to students: Contacting students to promote programs and events

Other Potential Duties:

• Assisting with faculty-led programs: Supporting faculty members who lead study abroad programs
• Research and data collection: Helping with research related to study abroad programs and student experiences
• Building partnerships: Developing relationships with international universities and organizations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be in good standing with no academic, financial, or disciplinary hold
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to work cooperatively and in a leadership role
• Organizational skills
• Critical apps/software
  • Canva
  • Instagram
  • Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Qualifications:

• Must be a current UHD student
• Must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Must have received a work-study award from the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.