Assistant Coordinator, International Programs (Temporary)

Fashion Institute of Technology; New York (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIT Tuition Exemption Program

Paid Time Off

4-day Summer Workweek

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Technology provides an opportunity for an Assistant Coordinator, International Programs to support FIT’s semester and short-term study abroad programs. In this in-person role, you will advise students, manage visa documentation, coordinate applications, and collaborate with international partner institutions and FIT departments to ensure successful program activities.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 3 years of relevant experience in study abroad or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 3 years of relevant work experience required.
• Experience with study abroad programs.
• Experience in higher education and with higher education systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate information and guidance to students regarding FIT study abroad programs, application procedures, registration, passports, visas, and related requirements.
• Advise students on available semester and short-term study abroad programs through email, telephone, and in-person appointments.
• Communicate with students regarding application requirements, deadlines, registration, and emergency notifications.
• Assist with inbound and outbound student orientations and re-entry events.
• Coordinate administrative processes for semester and short-term study abroad programs, including inbound and outbound student applications.
• Coordinate study visa applications by advising students on requirements, collecting and reviewing documentation, and assisting with technical or procedural issues.
• Maintain accurate electronic and hard-copy records for study abroad, exchange, and visiting international students.
• Prepare reports and information for the Dean for International Education.
• Protect student privacy and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Communicate with liaisons at partner universities abroad to administer programs, advise students, and resolve issues.
• Coordinate with relevant FIT departments regarding applications, course registration, approvals, transcripts, billing, and student records.
• Collaborate on marketing and communications initiatives promoting FIT study abroad programs, including website and social media content.
• Provide rotating reception, front desk, telephone, and walk-in coverage.
• Assist with website updates and maintenance.
• Perform special assignments and other duties as assigned by the Dean.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Oral and written communication

Data research and analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

3 years relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google applications

Job description

Location: New York, NY Category: Staff Job Type: Full-time Temporary Posted On: Thu Aug 20 2026 Job Description

The Assistant Coordinator, International Programs provides administrative and program coordination support for FIT's semester and short-term study abroad programs. The position advises students throughout the study abroad application process, coordinates student records and visa documentation, communicates with international partner institutions and FIT departments, and supports program orientations, communications, and related International Programs activities.

Essential Functions

Study Abroad Advising & Student Support

• Provide accurate information and guidance to students regarding FIT study abroad programs, application procedures, registration, passports, visas, and related requirements.
• Advise students on available semester and short-term study abroad programs through email, telephone, and in-person appointments.
• Communicate with students regarding application requirements, deadlines, registration, and emergency notifications.
• Assist with inbound and outbound student orientations and re-entry events.

Program Administration & Coordination

• Coordinate administrative processes for semester and short-term study abroad programs, including inbound and outbound student applications.
• Coordinate study visa applications by advising students on requirements, collecting and reviewing documentation, and assisting with technical or procedural issues.
• Maintain accurate electronic and hard-copy records for study abroad, exchange, and visiting international students.
• Prepare reports and information for the Dean for International Education.
• Protect student privacy and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.

International & Campus Collaboration

• Communicate with liaisons at partner universities abroad to administer programs, advise students, and resolve issues.
• Coordinate with relevant FIT departments regarding applications, course registration, approvals, transcripts, billing, and student records.
• Collaborate on marketing and communications initiatives promoting FIT study abroad programs, including website and social media content.

General Department Support

• Provide rotating reception, front desk, telephone, and walk-in coverage.
• Assist with website updates and maintenance.
• Perform special assignments and other duties as assigned by the Dean.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 3 years of relevant work experience required.
• Experience with study abroad programs.
• Experience in higher education and with higher education systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of a foreign language.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to provide accurate and appropriate information to students, faculty, staff, and international partners.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and data research and analysis.

Please note all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background check process.

Salary

Salary: $76,915.17 per year

The UCE-FIT Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) dictates the compensation, benefits, and conditions of employment. Hiring Salary: $76,915.17 per year per Salary Schedule 93.

Work Schedule

Days/Hours: M-F, 35 hours per week, in person; work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department.

This is a temporary position for the Fall 2026 semester with an end date of 12/31/2026.

Benefits

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives, and to help them prepare for their futures.

• Retirement Plans
• Health Care Plan and Dental Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Benefit Plan
• FIT Tuition Exemption Program
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holidays)
• 4-day Summer Workweek
• Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

For a full list of FIT benefits, visit our benefits webpage.

Pay Equity by State Employers

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at [phone] or via email at [e-mail].

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people from a range of backgrounds. FIT is firmly committed to creating a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability. The FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether on the basis of race, color, creed, age, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, uniformed service, height, weight, any lawful source of income, status as a victim of domestic violence or as a victim of sex offenses or stalking, whether children are, may be or would be residing with a person or conviction or arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Chief Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212.217.3360.

Annual Security Report

The safety and well-being of FIT's students, faculty, staff, and visitors is of paramount importance. Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, FIT publishes an annual report containing crime statistics and statements of security policy, accessible here: Safety Statistics. A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request by contacting Public Safety's administrative office number at [phone].

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

The working conditions for this position will be primarily in an office space. The physical requirement for this position will require frequent sitting, occasional standing, occasional bending, occasional walking, occasional pushing or pulling, and occasionally lifting 20 lbs. or less.