International Services Specialist

International Services Specialist

Employer:

Purdue University Northwest

Location:

Hammond, Indiana

Salary: $47,393 - $57,393 / year

Closing date:
July 26, 2026

Position type:
Specialist (Full-time, Permanent)

Organization type:
College / University

The Admissions & Recruitment Department at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) seeks an International Services Specialist to coordinate immigration and related services for international students, exchange visitors, and employment-based visa holders and perform additional duties as assigned.

• Coordinate immigration and related services for international students, exchange visitors, and employment-based visa holders.
• Deliver services related to international students and scholars to facilitate compliance with federal immigration regulations and ensure student success.
• Evaluate, advise, and prepare cases on issues related to maintenance and restoration of good immigration status for students.
• Interpret federal regulations and exercise judgment in deciding appropriate courses of action for reinstatement, change of status, terminations, extensions of stay, and other adjudication cases.
• Review and utilize databases to ensure accuracy of data for tracking and reporting of international students and scholars.
• Ensure compliance with data collection and maintenance requirements of the Department of Homeland Security, Department of State, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and Purdue Northwest.
• Monitor international health insurance compliance.
• Serve and promote advocacy for the international student and scholar population both on and off campus.
• Encourage cultural understanding to assist in the adjustment of international students, their academic departments, and other campus entities.
• Assist faculty and staff in developing programs, policies, and procedures impacting international students in many areas.
• Support international admissions with data entry, application management, credential evaluations, etc., as needed and within ISS responsibilities.
• Provide a flexible work schedule while maintaining a strong on-campus presence.

Position requires a strong on-campus presence; flexible scheduling is available.