International Programs Office Work Study

Union; City of Schenectady (NY); Hybrid; USD 10,332,000 - 11,710,000; Part time

Job summary

Union College in Schenectady, NY is seeking a Work-Study eligible student to support the International Programs Office with administrative, logistical, and promotional tasks. The role is part-time and available to two students at $9.70 per hour.

Responsibilities include greeting visitors, coordinating events like Study Abroad Fair, creating marketing materials using Canva, and maintaining files. Workdays are Monday through Friday, 9 am to 4:30 pm, at Old Chapel 303.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service orientation and highly organized.
• Experience with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with Canva, Instagram, or video editing is a plus.
• Prior participation in a study abroad or international travel program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Front desk and administrative support: greet visitors, answer inquiries, schedule appointments.
• Marketing & outreach: create promotional materials and manage social accounts.
• Event support: assist in campus events like Study Abroad Fair and orientations.
• Data and logistics: input applicant data and track office inventory.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Organization

Event coordination

Cross-cultural interest

Tools

Canva

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Instagram

Video editing tools

Job description

## International Programs Office Work StudyApply: Union College, Schenectady, NY: Part time: Posted Today: JR101774This job is **only** available to students who qualify for Work-Study. If you are unsure whether you have been awarded Work-Study, please contact the Financial Aid office at [e-mail] work study student provides administrative, logistical, and promotional support to the International Programs Office. This role serves as the primary initial contact for students interested in global learning, assisting with event coordination, marketing initiatives, and daily office operations.**Department:** International Programs **Location:** Old Chapel 303**Supervisor:** Varvara Meshkov**Work Available:** Monday through Friday, 9 am - 4:30 pm**Rate of Pay:** $9.70/hr**Number of Positions available:** 2**Essential Responsibilities and Duties:*** **Front Desk & Administrative Support:** Greet visitors, answer phone and email inquiries, schedule advising appointments, route messages, and maintain physical and digital file systems.* **Marketing & Outreach:** Design promotional materials (flyers, social media graphics, newsletters) using tools like Canva; manage official social media accounts to highlight featured programs and student stories.* **Event Support:** Assist staff in planning and executing campus-wide events, including the annual Study Abroad Fair, pre-departure orientations, info sessions, and classroom visits.* **Data & Logistics Management:** Input applicant data into tracking software, organize promotional brochures, process passport photo requests (if applicable), and track office inventory.**Qualifications:*** Strong verbal and written communication, customer service orientation, and organization.* Familiarity with Google Workspace / Microsoft Office; experience with Canva, Instagram, or video editing tools is a plus.* Prior participation in a study abroad, exchange, or international travel program preferred, but cross-cultural interest is required.**Location:** Schenectady, NY**E-Verify Participation:** Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).