Study Abroad Advisor

Job Summary

The Study Abroad Advisor will work closely with students at all phases of the study abroad process, including outreach, advising, orientation, and credit transfer. In this role, you will become an expert on a menu of exchange and provider program opportunities around the world. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable about other countries and international travel, including systems of higher education, culture, and health and safety issues. You will also interface with relevant offices, such as Registrar, Financial Aid, Bursar, and College-level study abroad liaisons and academic advisors.

Advising outbound students to exchange partners:

Oversee entire student application and enrollment management process

Create and maintain web- based orientation information

Create and maintain program information in varying formats

Become a regional expert on a range of study-abroad opportunities

Liaison to Purdue Academic Advisors:

Implement professional development programs for Purdue academic advisors, including intercultural differences in university structures and international education program goals and design

Represent Purdue Programs for Study Abroad:

Represent Purdue off-campus at professional conferences, events, and site visits

Promote study abroad by attending Study Abroad and Global Partnerships and Programs functions on campus

Meet with other Student Services departments, present study abroad options relative to curricular design and geographic location, and conduct information sessions

What We're Looking For:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

2 years of work experience in program administration or a related field

Overseas experience (at least one semester living, working and/or studying) and understanding of education abroad

Strong competency using office software applications, good communication skills, verbally, in writing, in person, and virtually, and the ability to interact effectively in a team environment with diverse groups of people

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management and the essential ability to maintain confidentiality

Nice to Have:

Master’s degree

Experience in International studies, international relations, education abroad, or higher education

Language abilities

What We'd Like You to Know:

This position is onsite

Learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary,

Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position

A Background Check is required for employment in this position

FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)

Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contributions Waiting Period

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

What You'll Get in Return:

All university employees are afforded a generous benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement contributions. As part of Purdue University’s expansive employee benefit package, the University is proud to offer its employees the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance by offering a tuition remission opportunity at both Purdue University and Purdue Global.

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