Study Abroad Advisor

Georgia State University

The Study Abroad Programs unit invites applications for the position of Study Abroad Advisor. The Advisor will provide advising, outreach, and administrative support for Georgia State University Study Abroad Programs, working closely with students at all phases of the study abroad process, including outreach, advising, orientation, and application management. The Advisor will become an expert on a portfolio of faculty‑led and affiliated programs, work with our application software, Terra Dotta, and coordinate outreach events promoting study abroad across campus while liaising with various units.

The mission of Study Abroad Programs is to enable diverse students to participate in safe, inclusive, high-quality, international academic experiences that contribute to their success as students and global citizens. SAP also supports faculty in creating and leading programs and serves as a resource to the university community on international education.

• Advise students in person and virtually on a portfolio of study abroad opportunities and scholarships.
• Advise students, faculty, and staff on General Administrative policies and procedures related to study abroad.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for students participating in the portfolio of study abroad programs, including advising, marketing, communication, and application management.
• Coordinate with academic units to identify recommended study abroad programs based on major/department.
• Coordinate outreach events such as the annual Study Abroad Fair, information sessions, and pre‑departure orientation sessions.
• Present on study abroad to prospective participants at campus events and collaborate with the study abroad team to support strategic outreach.
• Provide re‑entry support for returning study abroad participants.
• Manage all aspects of the study abroad satisfaction survey.
• Support special team projects, programming, and events, such as coordinating events, facilitating marketing and communication, supporting scholarship administration, organizing returnee and alumni programming, liaising with program providers, student service offices, and academic departments.
• Hire, train, and supervise student peer advisors, student assistants, and/or graduate research assistants as needed.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Participate in Office of International Initiatives meetings and initiatives.
• Work on special projects as assigned.

Minimum hiring qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and two years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred hiring qualifications: Participation in a study abroad program; experience working in a study abroad office; experience with Terra Dotta; experience working with diverse students, faculty, and staff; experience handling multiple, ongoing projects and activities in a fast‑paced environment; demonstrated interest in student engagement and international education; conflict resolution skills; knowledge of FERPA.

Location: Atlanta Campus