Global Study Abroad Advisor

Oakland University; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakland University in Rochester, MI seeks a part-time Study Abroad Advisor to inform and advise degree-seeking students about OU study abroad options, partner programs, and international internships. The position runs 20 hours per week, with afternoon availability, and begins in the winter semester.

You will collaborate with the International Education team and other campus offices to guide students through applications, visas, credit approval, and re-entry, while promoting programs through

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled Oakland University student in good academic standing.
• Experience studying or working abroad is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with standard office software and computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Inform and advise students about study abroad opportunities, including OU partner programs and exchanges.
• Promote study abroad via class presentations, information sessions, New Student Orientation presentations, Transfer Day presentations, study abroad fair and other planned presentations.
• Provide comprehensive support to students and parents from application to re-entry, including credit approval, risk management, and financial aid.
• Monitor student applications to study abroad via AbroadOffice and coordinate with the Office of Student Financial Services, Housing, and the Registrar.
• Advise on general student visa issues as needed.
• Collaborate with the International Education team on diversity initiatives, marketing, and curriculum alignment.
• Support relevant study abroad initiatives as needed.

Skills

Foreign language proficiency

Office software proficiency

Afternoon availability

Education

Oakland University student in good standing

Job description

Oakland University in Rochester, MI seeks a part-time Study Abroad Advisor to inform and advise degree-seeking students about OU study abroad options, partner programs, and international internships. The position runs 20 hours per week, with afternoon availability, and begins in the winter semester.

You will collaborate with the International Education team and other campus offices to guide students through applications, visas, credit approval, and re-entry, while promoting programs through