Global Study Abroad Advisor

UWMSN University of Wisconsin Madison; United States; On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking an International Education Advisor within the International Academic Programs (IAP) unit to coordinate study abroad programming across campus and serve as a first point of contact for domestic students exploring international study for academic credit.

The role involves advising domestic students, guiding international students on policies, and planning international education programming, with responsibilities across registration, credit transfer, and

Qualifications

• Prior experience, as a student worker or professional staff member, working in a study abroad office or student services office.
• Ability to work in a team oriented, collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated experience working independently with strong attention to details, resourcefulness, and organizational skills to meet important deadlines in a high-traffic, high-demand environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to and experience working with expanding academic and financial access to study abroad programs.
• Excellent interpersonal communication (oral and written) skills, and a sense of humor.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and decision‑making skills.

Responsibilities

• Advises domestic students about international study opportunities
• Counsels international students and support systems on cultural adjustments, policies, and procedures
• Identifies and refers students to appropriate institutional resources and follows-up on referrals
• Provides guidance and reviews documentation for registration and academic credit transfer requirements according to policies and procedures for international travel and study
• Identifies, plans, and delivers international education programming
• Participate in office committees and working groups to help with program and office administration

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking an International Education Advisor within the International Academic Programs (IAP) unit to coordinate study abroad programming across campus and serve as a first point of contact for domestic students exploring international study for academic credit.

The role involves advising domestic students, guiding international students on policies, and planning international education programming, with responsibilities across registration, credit transfer, and