Senior International Student Advisor

Uniglobalcareers; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior International Student Advisor at the University of South Carolina supports the international student community through Global Carolina’s International Student and Scholar Support office. This role serves as the primary advisor for F-1 and J-1 student populations, helping students understand immigration compliance, travel guidance, enrollment requirements, and employment authorization processes.

The position also works closely with campus partners to support student success and timely

Qualifications

• Experience advising F-1 and J-1 international students.
• Knowledge of immigration compliance requirements.
• Understanding of international travel guidance for students.
• Ability to facilitate employment authorization education.
• Ability to collaborate with campus partners to support student needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary advisor to F-1 and J-1 international student populations.
• Advise students on maintaining immigration compliance.
• Provide guidance related to international travel.
• Facilitate employment workshops focused on employment authorization education.
• Liaise with campus partners to meet international student needs in a timely manner.

Skills

F-1/J-1 advising

Immigration compliance

Travel guidance

Workshops facilitation

Campus collaboration

Job description

United States — International Student Market

1.2M inbound students (2025) +3%

1. India 363K

2. China 266K

3. South Korea 42K

4. Canada 30K

5. Vietnam 26K

9 international branch campuses in United States

OVERVIEW The Senior International Student Advisor at the University of South Carolina supports the international student community through Global Carolina’s International Student and Scholar Support office. This role serves as the primary advisor for F-1 and J-1 student populations, helping students understand immigration compliance, travel guidance, enrollment requirements, and employment authorization processes. The position also works closely with campus partners to support student success and timely services.

Key responsibilities

• Serves as the primary advisor to F-1 and J-1 international student populations
• Advises students on maintaining immigration compliance
• Provides guidance related to international travel

Requirements

• Supports students with full-time enrollment questions and processes
• Advises on work authorization and program extensions
• Facilitates employment workshops focused on employment authorization education
• Serves as a liaison with campus partners to help ensure international student needs are met in a timely manner

Requirements

• Experience advising F-1 and J-1 international student populations
• Knowledge of immigration compliance

Requirements

• Understanding of international travel guidance for student populations
• Familiarity with employment authorization processes
• Ability to facilitate workshops and educational programming
• Ability to collaborate with campus partners and support student needs WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS International student advising plays an important role in helping students navigate complex immigration and authorization requirements while pursuing academic goals. A knowledgeable advisor helps students remain informed, maintain compliance, and access campus resources that support their academic and professional development.

Bonus: Application advice

• Highlight experience working with international student populations and immigration-related advising
• Include examples of employment authorization or workshop facilitation experienceDemonstrate communication skills used to explain complex policies to students
• Show experience collaborating with campus offices or cross-functional teams
• Emphasize attention to detail when handling compliance-related

Key responsibilities

Tailor application materials to reflect student support and advising experience