Education Abroad Graduate Assistant

Location: Center for Global Engagement – 615 Offices

Hours per week: 20
Pay: $6500/semester

About the role

Graduate Assistant (GA) will educate students regarding study abroad opportunities at CCU, including Faculty-Led Programs (FLPs), semester-long, and summer opportunities. This will also include the need to be knowledgeable about CCU exchange and Third-Party Providers (3PPs) and international internship opportunities. The GA will represent the CGE at tabling events, the study/intern abroad expo, and host study abroad 101 sessions. Some weekend and evening hours may be required.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on the application process, deadlines, GPA requirements, general financial information, and the course approval process
• Support Education Abroad (EA) in coordinating and managing the application process
• Assist in creating digital and written materials regarding program descriptions, checklists for application and scholarship processes, and other fact sheets
• Share responsibility for responding to and monitoring the shared study abroad email
• Perform other office-related duties as required, which may include long periods of standing, sitting, and walking around campus to distribute materials or attend events

Requirements

• Must be an active CCU student
• Some customer service experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience creating digital and print documents with Canva
• Previous study abroad experience of any time or length
• Public speaking experience (even in classes)
• Advising, mentoring, tutoring, or similar experience with students or youth

Support Provided

Training will be provided on program options, use of the application system, and more. The GA is not expected to know all systems or information prior to starting.