CIEE Palma High School Program Assistants

Council on International Educational Exchange; Torrejón de Ardoz; Presencial; EUR 15.000 - 25.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established nonprofit organization is looking for enthusiastic High School Program Assistants to join their vibrant team. In this role, you will engage with high school students, helping them navigate their enriching study abroad experiences. Your responsibilities will include organizing cultural activities and providing support to ensure students have a memorable journey. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a diverse and dynamic environment, making a real impact on young people's lives. If you are passionate about cultural exchange and enjoy working with youth, this is the perfect chance to contribute to a meaningful mission.

Formación

• At least one year of experience in a similar sector.
• Strong awareness of inclusion for diversity, equity, and accessibility.

Responsabilidades

• Organize cultural activities for students and assist in emergencies.
• Support the high school team with pre-arrival and post-arrival projects.

Conocimientos

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in English

Interpersonal communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Resourcefulness

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Educación

University degree

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Descripción del empleo

CIEE Palma High School Program Assistants

We are seeking passionate and fun High School Program Assistants to join our small, caring and fun-filled team. This role involves working closely with curious and enthusiastic high school students, helping them navigate their study abroad journey, and ensuring they have a safe, enriching, and unforgettable experience. The three cornerstones of CIEE high school programs are Fun, Friends, and Future!

Position : High School Program Assistant

Department : Study Abroad

Period of hiring : May-July 2025

Who we are :

CIEE is a nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization that transforms lives and builds bridges between individuals and nations through study abroad and international exchange experiences that help people develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. CIEE Palma has been offering educational programs since 2006.

Why work with us :

• You will change the world. CIEE builds bridges between different people, different countries, and different cultures. We help young people participate in high-quality international exchange and study abroad programs that bring the world together. We change lives, our alumni change the world. Be part of the change!
• You will be part of a fast-paced, international, diverse, and collaborative team of professionals. CIEE operates the largest nonprofit network of study-abroad locations, with facilities and staff in 26 countries. Additionally, we help international participants from over 130 countries come to the USA annually. Committed to excellence and solving whatever problem the world throws at them, CIEE professionals work on international teams and are dedicated to advancing our 75-year-old mission to make the world a more peaceful place.
• You will be part of a small team in Palma de Mallorca, which in 2022 will receive more than 100 students from US high schools and colleges.

What you will do :

The Program Assistant helps organize cultural activities for the students, assists in cultural activities and health emergencies, and other administrative tasks. The PA is responsible for supporting the high school team with pre-arrival and post-arrival projects, including but not limited to reviewing students' documents, making reservations, and day-to-day operations. This is a position in direct contact with students and program leaders, very active and outdoorsy.

What you’ll bring :

• University degree
• At least one year of experience in a similar sector
• Fluency in Spanish and English (written and oral)
• Enjoy working with people and have strong professional, intercultural, and interpersonal communication skills
• Active, dynamic, loving outdoor activities, knows the city, resourceful
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability and willingness to remain flexible, shifting between projects based on the seasonality of the program, with a proactive attitude, and eager to provide support to different business areas
• Meticulous attention to detail in a very fast-paced environment
• Strong awareness of inclusion for diversity, equity, and accessibility
• Fast learner of new technology, systems, procedures, and policies
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook

Diversity Matters :

CIEE believes that diversity matters and those professionals with diverse backgrounds provide diverse approaches and ideas to solving problems and finding ways to advance our mission to bring the world together. Candidates from underrepresented groups with diverse backgrounds and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply.

Candidates must have the unrestricted right to work and live in Spain prior to appointment. Salary to be discussed if application is taken forward to interview. Different positions with different start dates from May 5, May 26 or June 2. Until end of July, beginning of July.

Applicants should submit by email a letter of application, CV and the names of two professional references no later than April 1, 2025. Application materials should be sent to : Karen Leyde. Please include the word “LinkedIn - Program Assistant” in the subject line.