International Student Leadership Team

University of Kentucky; United States; On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY is seeking members for the International Student Leadership Team to support the UK International Center, International Student & Scholar Services and campus departments in initiatives for international students. These student leaders promote events, provide essential services, and mentor peers adjusting to life in the United States and at UK.

As a student leader you will attend trainings, participate in orientation for Spring 2027 and Fall 2027, lead

Qualifications

• Must be an undergraduate student at UK in good academic and disciplinary standing with a GPA of at least 2.5
• Demonstrated public speaking, organizational, communication and coordinating skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend all training sessions.
• Commit to the role and responsibilities for the 2027 calendar year including orientation.
• Spring 2027 Orientation: January 5-10
• Fall 2027 Orientation: August 14-22
• Execute international student orientation through facilitating presentations, leading small groups, and planning social events
• Actively participate in weekly meetings & hold weekly office hours: approximately 7 hours per week
• Support the ISSS by encouraging participation in and assisting with the coordination of cultural and academic programs

Skills

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Coordinating

Education

Undergraduate student at UK with GPA >= 2.5

Job description

Job Title

International Student Leadership Team

Requisition Number

DU15204

Department Name

1B001:UK International Center

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Salary Range

12.00 per hour

Type of Position

Student

Position Time Status

Part-Time

Required Education

Must be an undergraduate student at UK in good academic and disciplinary standing with a GPA of at least 2.5

Required Related Experience

Demonstrated public speaking, organizational, communication and coordinating skills.

Required License/Registration/Certification

NA

Physical Requirements

Able to climb stairs and walk across campus. Lift 25 pounds and work at a computer.

Shift

Up to 7 hours per week as needed

Job Summary

The International Student Leadership Team consists of students who are interested in working with the UK International Center, International Student & Scholar Services and other departments on-campus in the many aspects of their work with international students. These student leaders will help promote events and programs, provide important services to UK students, and serve as peer mentors by assisting international students with their academic, cultural, and social adjustment to the United States & the University of Kentucky.

Responsibilities

• Attend all training sessions.
• Commit to the role and responsibilities for the 2027 calendar year including orientation.
• Spring 2027 Orientation: January 5-10
• Fall 2027 Orientation: August 14-22
• Execute international student orientation through facilitating presentations, leading small groups, and planning social events
• Actively participate in weekly meetings & hold weekly office hours: approximately 7 hours per week
• Support the ISSS by encouraging participation in and assisting with the coordination of cultural and academic programs

Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Support the University and relate well with faculty, administrators, parents, and new students;
• Must demonstrate integrity, responsibility, confidence, compassion, flexibility, and cultural sensitivity;
• Possess the character, attitude, and academic success that serves as a good role model;
• Must be able to meet responsibilities associated with the position.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Deadline to Apply

11/13/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.