Study Abroad Specialist

Manages study abroad programs and advises students about study abroad program options.

Major Duties

* Manages study abroad programs by coordinating with international partners and maintaining program information, including costs, dates, academic details, and application requirements.

* Reviews and evaluates foreign coursework for study abroad credit.

* Advises students on study abroad program options, financial information, travel logistics, health and safety information and other program details.

* Collaborates with other departments, faculty and staff to develop marketing and recruiting plans for study abroad programs.

* Organizes events, information sessions, workshops, orientations and more to support student participation in study abroad programs.

* Works in the University's study abroad system to evaluate and process student applications and update program information.

* Collaborates with administrative and academic units, faculty and staff in support of the administration of study abroad programs.

* Supervises and trains study abroad student workers.

Minimum Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution.

* Two years' relevant experience.

* Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

* Strong organizational skills. International work or study experience.

* Proficiency in a second language.

Desired Qualifications

* Experience working in a study abroad or international office as a full-time employee, student or intern.

Special Instructions to Applicants

* External applicants should use the WMU - Application.

* Internal applicants should use the WMU - Internal Application.

Additional Position Information

* Terminal position with appointment ending 6/30/2027 with the possibility for renewal.

* Staff Compensation System pay grades and rates are available using the URL:/staffcompensation

* Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to:https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-staff

Physical requirements and working conditions

* Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds.

* Work is generally performed in a well-lit, temperature-controlled indoor environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors or any number of elements.