OSU GO Student Peer Advisor

OSU Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University is seeking a part-time OSU GO Student Peer Advisor (up to 24 hours/week) to promote education abroad and support students in exploring international opportunities. You will deliver one-on-one advising, organize outreach sessions, and contribute to program promotion across campus.

The role emphasizes engaging communication, attention to detail, and collaboration with peers and staff. Compensation starts at $16.50/hour, with potential raises; typical hours are 9am–5pm on

Qualifications

• Interest in developing intercultural competence and global experiences.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to follow step-by-step instructions.
• Integrity and confidentiality in handling student applications and documents.
• Engaging communication across written, public speaking, and interpersonal contexts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Canvas, Terra Dotta, Teams, Canva and other digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide Student Advising and Support: Conduct one-on-one advising sessions, guide students through education abroad opportunities and processes, and connect them with resources.
• Communicate and Engage with Stakeholders: Effectively communicate with students, parents, faculty, and the university community through multiple channels to promote understanding of education abroad programs.
• Conduct Outreach and Program Promotion: Represent and promote education abroad programs through presentations, classroom visits, tabling events, marketing initiatives, and student engagement activities.
• Manage Student Records and Administrative Processes: Utilize advising and university systems to process applications, maintain records, and ensure accurate and timely student support.
• Support Strategic Projects and Office Initiatives: Support staff-led projects that advance the office's mission, including course pre-articulation, educational resource development, webpage updates, and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate and Contribute to Team Success: Participate in team meetings, training, and professional development while working collaboratively to achieve department goals and continuously enhance knowledge and effectiveness.

Skills

Intercultural competence

Attention to detail

Engaging communication

Microsoft Office

Canvas

Terra Dotta

Teams

Canva

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canvas

Terra Dotta

Teams

Instagram/Social Media

Canva

Job description

Department: Office of Global Opportunities Special Instructions to Applicants: When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: A Resume A Cover Letter Supplemental Question: Share a domestic or international travel experience that had a significant impact on you. In approximately 300 words, describe how the experience shaped your perspective and personal growth. Write as if your story will be shared online to inspire students interested in studying abroad, emphasizing clear and engaging communication. For additional information please contact: Kerry Menn at [e-mail] We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval

Job Description

This recruitment will be used to fill three part‑time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) OSU GO Student Peer Advisor for the Office of Global Opportunities at Oregon State University (OSU). Peer advisors are champions of global learning, representing the Office of Global Opportunities (OSU GO) as enthusiastic advocates for education abroad. Through one‑on‑one peer advising sessions, presentations, and community events, they educate OSU students about the accessibility and transformative benefits of participating in OSU GO‑approved programs. Beyond outreach, peer advisors play a crucial role in supporting OSU GO’s initiatives by contributing to special projects and assisting with administrative tasks. They are encouraged to harness their unique skills and passions by proposing innovative ways to inspire students and amplify the value of education abroad across campus. As essential members of the OSU GO team, peer advisors ignite curiosity and motivation, helping students explore and leverage the diverse opportunities for international experiences.

Position Duties

• Provide Student Advising and Support: Conduct one‑on‑one advising sessions, guide students through education abroad opportunities and processes, and connect them with appropriate resources.
• Communicate and Engage with Stakeholders: Effectively communicate with students, parents, faculty, and the university community through multiple channels to promote understanding of education abroad programs.
• Conduct Outreach and Program Promotion: Represent and promote education abroad programs through presentations, classroom visits, tabling events, marketing initiatives, and student engagement activities.
• Manage Student Records and Administrative Processes: Utilize advising and university systems to process applications, maintain records, and ensure accurate and timely student support.
• Support Strategic Projects and Office Initiatives: Support staff‑led projects that advance the office's mission, including course pre‑articulation, educational resource development, webpage updates, and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate and Contribute to Team Success: Participate in team meetings, training, and professional development while working collaboratively to achieve department goals and continuously enhance knowledge and effectiveness.

Transferable Skill Development

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career‑readiness skills in the primary areas below: Communication, Critical Thinking, Leadership, Professionalism.

Qualifications

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student‑employment‑manual/500-employment‑eligibility‑requirements Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home‑schooling program Undergraduate and post‑baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term* Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term* * International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full‑time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center. Required Qualifications: Interest in developing intercultural competence and engaging in global experiences. Exceptional attention to detail and adherence to step‑by‑step instructions. Integrity and confidentiality in handling student applications and documents. Engaging communication skills across written, public speaking, and interpersonal contexts. Ability to collaborate effectively with peers and staff members through email, Teams, and in‑person conversations. Proficiency, or willingness to gain proficiency, with Microsoft Office, Canvas, Terra Dotta, Teams, Instagram/Social Media, Canva, and other digital tools. Additional Required Qualifications: This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to serve in the position through the end of the 2027-28 academic year to support continuity in training, advising, and office projects. Ability to effectively articulate the benefits of education abroad. Demonstrated understanding of cross‑cultural competence, gained through lived or international educational experiences. Strong campus connections with OSU academic units, student life, residential life, athletics, or other organizations.

Working Conditions & Schedule

• The average work hours are 10-15 per week.
• The starting pay rate is $16.50 per hour with the possibility of raises contingent upon length of service and exemplary performance.
• Typical business hours are 9am – 5pm.
• Occasional evening and weekend hours are required to support student programming and outreach.
• Peer Advisors (excluding Ecampus students) will conduct in‑person, on‑campus work at work stations in a shared office area and therefore should expect potential distractions and interruptions.
• If physically able, employees may be asked to lift or carry event supplies, equipment, or materials weighing up to 25 pounds to/from outreach events.
• If physically able, employees will represent OSU GO at fairs or other outreach events which often require being active or standing for 1-3 hours and at times bending and crouching.
• This position will typically be performed in‑person, with remote work approved for specific activities and situations.
• A student employee who needs accommodations for fully remote work (excluding Ecampus students) or continued flexibility around in‑person work should consult with the Office of Equal Opportunity & Access (EOA) ([e-mail] or 541-737-3556) and OSU Human Resources ([e-mail] or 541-737-3103).

Salary Range: Anticipated Start Date: 2026-10-19 Anticipated End Date:

Company Culture and Facts

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem‑solvers and change‑makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep‑rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS: Top 1.4% university in the world More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S. 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color 217k+ alumni worldwide For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about Locations: Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state‑of‑the‑art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life.
• OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical care insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
• Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
• The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Equal Opportunity & Access

At Oregon State University, no qualified person shall, solely by reason of disability, be denied access to, participation in, or the benefits of, any program or activity operated by the University. If requested, OSU will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing and selection process. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on your application to receive an accommodation. Please request any reasonable accommodations for disability as early as possible in the application and search process. Requests may be directed to the hiring unit, or to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at [phone]. See Request an Accommodation Procedures for the OSU policy. Oregon State University, in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, including Title IX and its regulations, does not unlawfully discriminate and prohibits discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including in academic admissions and employment. The university prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin (including ancestry and ethnicity), citizenship, marital or family status, pregnancy or related conditions, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status / service in the uniformed service, or any other status protected by law or OSU policy. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to OSU’s Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (link to https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr), or both. OSU’s Title IX Coordinator is the Executive Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access (EOA). For information on OSU’s nondiscrimination policy and procedures, including how to report information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, contact EOA by phone: [phone], email: [e-mail], mail/location: 330 Snell Hall, Corvallis OR 97331, or visit EOA’s website: eoa.oregonstate.edu. Know Your Rights Oregon Family Leave Act: Department of Labor Family and Medical Leave Act:"