Study Abroad 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 Brandeis University is seeking a Study Abroad Advisor to support students pursuing off-campus study opportunities for Brandeis degree credit. Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, this role combines student advising, program administration, event coordination, and student employee supervision within the Office of Study Abroad. The advisor works closely with students before, during, and after their international experiences while helping manage affiliate program processes and outreach efforts.

• Advise students on appropriate academic year and summer off‑campus study programs for Brandeis degree credit from a portfolio of more than 200 approved programs in 50 countries.
• Conduct in‑person and virtual advising appointments and lead general information sessions.
• Support students with program applications, financial resources, transfer credit, university policies, health and safety concerns, cultural adjustment, and academic and non‑academic matters before and during study abroad.
• Respond to student health, safety, and support needs while students are abroad.
• Assist students with re‑adjustment to campus life and credit transfer upon return.
• Oversee deadlines and requirements for semester and summer affiliate programs, including course evaluations, application assistance, application management, and tracking.
• Manage portions of the Office of Study Abroad social media presence and marketing efforts.
• Design and participate in promotional sessions with university offices, student groups, and academic departments.
• Organize large‑scale events such as I Love Study Abroad Week.
• Supervise 10-14 student employees in the Study Abroad Ambassador program.
• Host weekly or bi‑weekly meetings for student ambassadors and provide advising and event planning support.
• Help student ambassadors meet the goals and priorities of the Office of Study Abroad and the university.

• B.A. or B.S. degree required.
• M.A. or M.S. degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of relevant professional experience required.
• Knowledge of a second language.
• Familiarity with higher education systems in other countries.
• Experience living, studying, or working in one or more foreign countries.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with Terra Dotta, Workday, and design platforms is desirable. WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Study abroad advisors play an important role in helping students access meaningful international learning opportunities while navigating academic, financial, and personal considerations. This position supports student success across the full study abroad cycle, from initial exploration through re‑entry to campus life. The role also contributes to campus internationalization by promoting global engagement, supporting cross‑cultural learning, and helping students prepare for experiences in diverse educational environments around the world.

• Highlight any direct advising experience with university students, especially in study abroad, international programs, or academic services.
• Include examples of supporting students through complex processes such as applications, transfer credit, or policy guidance.
• Emphasize international experience, including study, work, travel, or intercultural engagement in other countries.
• Demonstrate experience managing events, outreach initiatives, social media, or student programming.
• If applicable, mention experience supervising student employees, peer mentors, or ambassador programs.
• Tailor your resume and cover letter to show organizational skills, communication abilities, and attention to detail in student-facing