International Student Area Representative

Pan Atlantic Foundation; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Remote; USD 1,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pan Atlantic Foundation is seeking an International Area Representative to recruit host families, guide applications, and support successful exchange experiences. Remote work is available, and this entry-level role focuses on connecting international students with welcoming host families and fostering cross-cultural understanding.

You will engage with local schools, conduct in-home interviews, and ensure smooth orientations while documenting progress in the system.

Qualifications

• Requires strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage diverse host families and schools.
• Comfort with travel to local homes and interviews.

Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit prospective host families in the assigned area.
• Build relationships with local schools to raise awareness.
• Promote exchange opportunities through community outreach.
• Guide host families through online applications and orientation.
• Conduct in-home interviews and verify references.
• Coordinate host family orientations before student arrivals.
• Perform monthly check-ins with families and students.
• Document interactions and progress in the online system.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Relationship building

Time management

Independent work

Local travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office / Google Workspace

Online application systems

Job description

International Area Representative

Are you passionate about cultural exchange and building meaningful connections within your community? We are seeking a motivated International Area Representative to join our team with remote work available. In this entry-level Sales role, you will play a vital part in connecting international students with welcoming host families, fostering cross-cultural understanding, and supporting successful exchange experiences from start to finish.

Job Summary

The International Area Representative is responsible for recruiting host families, guiding them through the application and orientation process, and providing ongoing support throughout the student's stay. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, community engagement, and a genuine interest in international education and cultural exchange programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit prospective host families within the assigned area to support international student exchange programs
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local schools to raise awareness of student exchange opportunities
• Promote public awareness of exchange programs through community outreach and engagement activities
• Guide prospective host families through the online application process on the organization's website
• Conduct in-home interviews with potential host families and verify references to ensure suitability
• Facilitate host family orientations prior to student arrival to set expectations and provide program guidance
• Perform monthly check-ins with host families and students via phone calls or in-person visits
• Document all interactions, check-ins, and progress reports accurately in the online system

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build trust and rapport with families, schools, and students from diverse backgrounds
• Comfortable conducting in-home visits and interviews
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Reliable transportation for local travel to schools and host family homes
• Basic computer literacy for completing online documentation and applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in sales, community outreach, or customer service
• Familiarity with international education or cultural exchange programs
• Experience working with schools or educational institutions
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with online application systems and digital documentation tools
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace applications
• Comfort using smartphones or tablets for check-ins and reporting
• Familiarity with video conferencing tools for remote coordination

Compensation

This position offers performance-based compensation of $1,000 per successful placement for an academic year student and $800 per successful placement for a one-semester student. Total annual earnings will vary based on the number of placements achieved, with potential compensation ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 per year depending on performance and area growth opportunities.