International Programs & Exchange Manager

About the role

Why Work at BYU At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life." We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.

Belonging Statement United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.

Responsibilities

• Manage faculty-led study abroad programs from initial proposal and approval through program completion and post-program assessment.
• Provide administrative guidance and support to faculty directors, including program planning, documentation, university requirements, and operational processes.
• Maintain accurate program records, itineraries, and compliance documentation while coordinating appropriate university security and logistics offices.
• Advise students participating in outbound exchange programs on eligibility, application requirements, academic planning, and program preparation.
• Manage exchange applications, student nominations, compliance documentation, and coordination with international partner institutions.
• Teach and administer the Exchange Preparatory course, including course instruction, student support, and grading.
• Advise students pursuing international internships and coordinate required documentation, academic approvals, and university processes.
• Serve as a primary liaison among students, faculty, international partner institutions, and campus offices to support effective communication and program operations.
• Recruit, train, and supervise student employees and develop and maintain standard operating procedures to support consistent and efficient program administration.

Requirements

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in higher education or international programs.
• Experience managing complex programs and advising students.
• Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU.
• All employees are required