Study Abroad Advisor

About the position

The Study Abroad Advisor position at Arcadia University is responsible for advising a diverse caseload of students participating in study abroad programs. This role encompasses pre-departure orientation, reentry programming, and student mentorship, while also managing events and maintaining a welcoming office environment. The advisor plays a crucial role in supporting students throughout their study abroad journey, ensuring they are well-prepared and informed about policies, credit transfers, and financial aid options.

Responsibilities

• Advise students preparing to study abroad on academically appropriate programs based on their goals.
• Advise students on study abroad policies, credit transfer, finances, and scholarship support.
• Resolve curricular issues in conjunction with students, advisors, and departments.
• Correspond with students and parents regarding problems or concerns before, during, and after program participation.
• Support students and encourage application retention after initial advising meetings.
• Coordinate the Study Abroad Mentor Program (STAMP).
• Support and coordinate events and programs including planning, organization, promotion, and post-event management.
• Assist with events such as the Study Abroad Fair, Global Expo, and Pre-Departure Orientation.
• Provide data support and collection for internal and external requests.
• Assist with office upkeep, including communication with facilities and IT.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Work experience in a higher education setting
• Experience studying, living, or working abroad strongly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to stay organized and manage complexity
• Enthusiasm for working with college students
• Willingness to learn a CRM system (Salesforce)
• Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse educational community
• Ability to learn and understand necessary data systems.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with CRM systems
• Experience in event planning and coordination

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Tuition reimbursement