International Student Advisor

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina's Global Carolina office seeks an International Student Advisor to serve F-1 and J-1 students on immigration compliance, travel, enrollment, and work authorization. This role focuses on providing accurate advisement and coordinating programs with campus partners to meet international student needs.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural sensitivity and the ability to interpret federal immigration regulations, deliver workshops, and communicate effectively

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Banner, Ellucian software and SEVIS federal databases.
• Strong communication skills (listening, speaking, writing).
• Problem-solving abilities to work with diverse faculty/staff clientele and international student population.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook, with a strong working knowledge of Excel.

Responsibilities

• Advise F-1 and J-1 students on immigration compliance and related topics.
• Provide guidance on travel, enrollment, work authorization, and program extensions.
• Facilitate employment workshops and coordinate with campus partners.
• Support culturally diverse international student population.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Excel

MS Word

Outlook

Teamwork

Tools

Banner/Ellucian

SEVIS databases

Job description

International Student Advisor

Department: PROV Global Carolina

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary

The International Student Advisor position is a key part of Global Carolina's International Student and Scholar Support Office. This position serves as the primary advisor to the F-1 and J-1 international student population on the subjects of maintaining immigration compliance. This includes advisement on topics such as international travel, full-time enrollment, work authorization, and program extensions. In addition to student advising, the International Student Advisor will focus on employment authorization education through the facilitation of employment workshops and will liaise with campus partners to ensure that international student needs are being met.

This position is an ideal fit for someone who displays a high level of cultural sensitivity as well as has the ability to work with detailed immigration federal immigration regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Banner, Ellucian software and SEVIS federal databases
• Strong communication skills (listening, speaking, writing)
• Problem-solving abilities to work with diverse faculty/staff clientele and diverse international student population of a predominantly non-native English-speaking population
• Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook, with a strong working knowledge of Excel.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proficient in MS Excel and database management software
• Strong word processing skills
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize competing tasks
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with the general public and to work as a team member
• Ability to deal effectively with the public in handling inquiries and the ability to communicate effectively with a culturally-diverse clientele

Job Close Date

09/23/2026

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.