Office of Study Abroad

Hiring Procedures

Study Abroad Office Assistants
The office assistant application will remain open for two weeks. All applicants must submit a complete application by the time the online application closes. Applicants will be chosen for interviews based on previous work experience. Final candidates will go through a formal interview process. Interviews can be conducted online for students who are out of the country. 

A complete application includes:

  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Online application completed through the KU employment website.

Study Abroad Peer Advisors
The peer advisor position will remain open for two weeks. All applicants must submit a complete application by the time the online application closes. All majors are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be chosen for interviews based on their passion for study abroad, work experience, and letter of reference. Final candidates will go through a formal interview process. Interviews can be conducted online for students who are out of the country.

A complete application includes:

  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Letter of reference from a former supervisor (work, volunteer, or internship capacity) or a former instructor
  4. Online application completed through KU employment website.

Please direct any questions you have to studyabroad@ku.edu. 


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9th among public universities in the country for high quality, low cost study abroad programs — U.S. News & World Report
Longest-running exchange program in Western Hemisphere (begun in 1958) between KU and University of Costa Rica
17th in the nation among public universities for undergraduate participation in study abroad — Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange
1,357 KU students participated in international study, internship, and research programs in 2011-12
Nearly 25 percent of KU undergraduate students participate in a study abroad program prior to graduation
KU students who study abroad graduate in four years at twice the rate of students who do not study abroad
More than 130 study abroad programs in 75 countries, with instruction in all disciplines and 20+ languages
Students can study abroad for an academic year, semester, summer, spring break, or winter break
Programs include international study, internships, service, and research opportunities
Students participating in semester, academic year, and select summer programs fulfill Goal 4.2 of the KU Core curriculum
Students can fulfill major, minor, certificate, elective, and KU Core curriculum requirements abroad
Programs are available for students in every major at KU
Financial aid is applicable to study abroad programs, and most KU scholarships and grants can be applied to study abroad
The Office of Study Abroad and many academic departments offer scholarships to qualified KU students
By studying abroad, students gain a global perspective on the world and strengthen their career opportunities
One of 34 U.S. public institutions in the prestigious Association of American Universities
Nearly $290 million in financial aid annually
44 nationally ranked graduate programs.
—U.S. News & World Report
Top 50 nationwide for size of library collection.
—ALA
23rd nationwide for service to veterans —"Best for Vets," Military Times
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