International Admissions Graduate Assistant

OVERVIEW

JOB TITLE:

International Admissions Graduate Assistant

LOCATION:

St. Paul Campus

PAY $16.50

JOB SUMMARY:

International Admissions is seeking an International Admissions Graduate Assistant (GA). International Admissions (IA), together with the Office of International Students & Scholars and the Office of Study Abroad, make up the Global Learning and Strategies (GLAS) unit. IA is responsible for recruiting international undergraduate students and managing the application and enrollment process, with the goal of increasing international enrollment at the university.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Direct Responsibilities:

* Document Processing and Data Entry:

* The GA will assist in managing student records and processing application documents. This important task requires diligence and attention to detail. The primary software system will be Sales Force, but the GA also needs to be proficient in excel as well as the Microsoft suite.

* Communication:

* The GA position is the primary contact for the international admission inbox. The GA must have excellent written skills and be able to organize and work through many email inquiries from students of all backgrounds and coming from various curriculums.

* Additionally, the GA manages inquiries in Whatsapp

* International Admissions recruitment support:

* The GA responds to prospective student inquiries via email, telephone, and social media and serves as back-up to IA staff for student appointments and walk-ins. The GA may deliver presentations for visiting student groups and at local high schools and English language schools. During recruitment travel season the GA may serve as the only in-house IA staff, and must be comfortable working independently with remote supervision.

* Marketing Content Development:

* The GA will assist in developing and reviewing marketing content, including brochures, social media, videos, and other digital and print media. This portion of the role is based on interest and skill level.

Supporting Responsibilities:

* Other Duties as Assigned:

* There are limitless ways for the GA to get involved in the recruitment efforts and develop additional skills and abilities. Opportunities include, but are not limited to: technology development (web, Salesforce, email distribution lists, etc.), data collection, collaborating with student groups, filling in at the reception desk, assisting the other GLAS components, representing the university at recruiting events, and more.

* Assistant International Student Ambassador Coordinator:

* Working in conjunction with the International Admissions Counselor, the International Admissions GA may help lead the International Student Ambassador program, which connects prospective students with current students. This is based on interest and skill level.

* Covering front desk when there is a gap in hours. You will be trained on the basics in order to answer entry level questions if you ever need to cover the front desk as back-up.

QUALIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Viable candidates will be enrolled in a graduate degree program at the University of St. Thomas with professional skills matching the preferred qualifications.

* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

* Ability to manage a variety of projects

* Demonstrated ability to take direction and then work independently.

* Strong work initiative

* Strong senses of accountability, reliability, and care for accuracy

* Ability to spot inefficiencies and suggest improvments

* Experience working with diverse student populations

* Experience studying, living abroad (preferred)

* Interest in serving international students

* Strong written and presentation skills

Candidates will be available to work 20 hours per week during the semesters, with opportunitites for additional hours during J-term and summer. Expected start date is February 16th 2026.

HOW TO APPLY

To be eligible for student employment, St. Thomas students must be degree seeking at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. Students must be actively enrolled at least part-time in courses for credit. For further information on eligibility please see the Student Employee Toolkit on One StThomas.

On the University of St. Thomas jobs page, follow the instructions to complete an online application.

Please send a short statement of interest (1-2 paragraphs max) and resume to stew
1457. In your statement of interest, please briefly describe how you stay organized when completing your responsibilities. Please also save your resume in the following naming style ".pdf"

The University of St. Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status