International Education Advisor

University of Wisconsin - Madison; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s International Academic Programs (IAP) invites applications for an Exploration Advisor in a multi-functional role that serves as the first contact for domestic students exploring study abroad opportunities.

You will advise on academic policy, support preparation for international study, and coordinate workshops and programming, reporting to the Assistant Director for Study Abroad Advising.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a study abroad or student services office.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience advising domestic students on international study opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Advise domestic students on international study opportunities.
• Counsel international students on policies and cultural adjustments.
• Identify and refer students to appropriate institutional resources and follow up on referrals.
• Plan and deliver international education programming.
• Assist with visa collection for group visas.
• Provide administrative support to the IAP Assistant Directors.
• Participate in department meetings and events and assist with special projects.

Skills

Study abroad office experience

Team player

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Decision-making

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Study Abroad Exploration Adv

• Requisition Number: JR10014684
• Remote Type: Hybrid
• Location: Madison, Wisconsin
• Category: Academic Services and Student Experience
• Time Type: Full time
• Apply By: Sep. 21, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CDT

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: International Education Advisor

Job Summary

This position is a multi-functional position within International Academic Programs (IAP), a unit in the International Division, that serves as the central study abroad office at UW-Madison and coordinates study abroad programming across campus. IAP administers more than 300 campus-wide study abroad and domestic study away programs and internships, and annually sends over 3,000 UW-Madison students abroad. Further information about IAP can be found online at: http://www.studyabroad.wisc.edu

Exploration Advisors are a first point of contact for domestic students on study abroad opportunities. In this role, Exploration Advisors:

• Advise domestic students on opportunities, academic policy, and requirements for international study for academic credit.
• Advise students in support of the goal of preparing them for the global and interconnected world.
• Assist in providing guidance for international students on navigating institutional and academic policy and requirements.

This position reports to the Assistant Director for Study Abroad Advising.

This position will operate in a hybrid format where some work will be performed in-person, onsite, in Madison, WI, and some work will be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus location. Positions will have shared workspaces.

Key Job Responsibilities

• 60% Advises domestic students about international study opportunities
• 5% Counsels international students and support systems on cultural adjustments, policies, and procedures
• 5% Identifies and refers students to appropriate institutional resources and follows-up on referrals
• 5% Provides guidance and reviews documentation for registration and academic credit transfer requirements according to policies and procedures for international travel and study
• 20% Identifies, plans, and delivers international education programming
• 5% Participate in office committees and working groups to help with program and office administration

Tasks

• Counsel and advise prospective students through Exploration Advising sessions about the various aspects of study abroad program opportunities.
• Counsel and advise students and parents on student preparation and personal needs throughout the study abroad experience.
• Maintain and update Intro to Study Abroad Advising Canvas site
• Present study abroad information to prospective students
• Assist with orientations for programs, including monitoring attendance and conducting regional orientations
• Develop and coordinate advising workshops
• Assist with visa collection for group visas
• Act as a back-up for the front desk and for our passport photo service
• Act as a notary for study abroad students’ materials
• Support curriculum integration initiatives
• Provide administrative support to the IAP Assistant Directors
• Participate in department meetings and retreats. Assist with special events and outreach activities, such as the Study Abroad Fair.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned by the supervisor or IAP Director.

Department

International Division, International Academic Programs (IAP)

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is 47,000-$50,000. However, final salary will depend on experience and qualifications.

Required Qualifications

• Prior experience, as a student worker or professional staff member, working in a study abroad office or student services office

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree required

Contact Information

Please contact Carmen Pitz: [e-mail] with any questions regarding the position.

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