International Student Advisor

United States — International Student Market

1.2M inbound students (2025) +3%

1. India 363K

2. China 266K

3. South Korea 42K

4. Canada 30K

5. Vietnam 26K

9 international branch campuses in United States

OVERVIEW California Baptist University is seeking an International Student Advisor to support compliance and advising services for F-1 visa holders. This role focuses on maintaining accurate SEVIS records, providing student guidance on immigration processes, and supporting university compliance with federal regulations. The position also contributes to international student success through outreach, advising, and programming that supports a globally engaged campus environment.

• Support institutional and student compliance with federal regulations governing F-1 visa holders
• Maintain the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) in accordance with ICE and SEVP

• Provide guidance regarding immigration benefits and processes administered by USCIS
• Advise students on Optional Practical Training (OPT) and STEM OPT extensions
• Maintain accurate F-1 student records and SEVIS data
• Provide guidance to students and university personnel on established immigration policies and procedures
• Contribute to international student success through advising, outreach, and programming
• Support a compliant and globally engaged campus environment

• Knowledge of federal regulations governing F-1 visa holders
• Ability to maintain accurate SEVIS records and student data
• Understanding of immigration processes administered by USCIS
• Familiarity with OPT and STEM OPT processes
• Ability to provide student guidance on immigration policies and procedures
• Ability to support advising, outreach, and programming for international student services WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS International student advising roles are essential for helping institutions maintain compliance with federal immigration regulations while supporting student success. Accurate SEVIS management, effective guidance, and responsive immigration advising help students navigate complex processes and remain in good standing throughout their academic experience.

• Review current F-1 regulations and recent updates related to sevis and opt processes before applying
• Highlight experience supporting international student services, immigration advising, or compliance work
• Demonstrate attention to detail when describing record management or data accuracy

• Prepare examples of student guidance, outreach, or programming that supports engagement and compliance
• Emphasize communication skills when working with students, faculty, and university personnel
• Tailor application materials to show familiarity with immigration procedures, including USCIS-related processes and student supports