Work for Study Abroad
The Office of Study Abroad hires students to support outreach and office administration. We begin the hiring process in the spring for the following academic year. Students may apply for multiple positions, but may only accept one.
Current openings:
Office Assistants (4 positions, Applications due May 4): https://employment.ku.edu/student/8677br
Social media & events assistant (1 position): https://employment.ku.edu/student/8684br
Peer Advisors (3 positions): https://employment.ku.edu/student/8686br
STEM Peer Advisor (1 position): https://employment.ku.edu/student/8687br
Business Peer Advisor (1 position): https://employment.ku.edu/student/8679br
Center for Global Business Studies Student Coordinator: https://employment.ku.edu/student/8716BR
Peer Advisors
Includes STEM advisor & Business advisor
Peer advisors are vital to the success of the Office of Study Abroad. They represent the OSA across campus and often serve as the first point of contact between students and the OSA. As part of their role, they support global awareness and intercultural experiences at KU, including advising students on intercultural and international opportunities at KU and abroad, attending admissions and prospective student events, and giving class presentations. We expect them to attend social justice events, cross-cultural activities, and trainings as a representative of the Office of Study Abroad. Peer advisors advise walk-in students in the Study Abroad Info Center, answer general email inquiries, give class presentations, assist with social media, blog, and contribute to outreach and marketing initiatives. All peer advisors gain project management experience, public speaking experience, marketing experience, and advising experience. Peers should be passionate about their study abroad experience and interested in helping other students. This position is an entry-level position in the field of International Education, and is ideal for anyone interested in a career in study abroad.
Why become a peer advisor?
“Over the past two years, I have gained many beneficial skills as a Peer Advisor that will help me throughout my collegiate and professional career. Having an on-campus job teaches you the importance of time-management and organization. As a Peer Advisor, you have the opportunity to improve your public speaking skills through presentations and walk-in advising. You also have the opportunity to help develop and execute marketing and outreach strategies for the Study Abroad Office. On top of that, the Info Center is a fun and rewarding place to work because you get to interact with students and help them find their own study abroad programs!” -Emily F., 2013-2015
Office Assistants
Office assistants are the face of the Office of Study Abroad. They greet all visitors, answer the phone, handle appointment scheduling and check-ins, and process study abroad paperwork. Office assistants work closely with the program coordinators and other OSA staff. This position is great for building communication skills, learning the functions of a large office, and interacting with a wide variety of people. Office assistants should be detail-oriented, reliable, motivated, and organized. Applicants should be culturally aware and excited about study abroad.
Why become an office assistant?
"I’ve worked in the Office of Study Abroad for two years as an office assistant. I’ve enjoyed my time working here because of the worldly atmosphere. Not having the opportunity to travel since I returned from my abroad trip a few years ago, I have had the opportunity to help other students take that journey and hear their stories. Being on campus and having convenient hours has also made it possible for me to handle working and being a full time student." -Jake W., 2013-2015
Social Media & Events Assistant
The social media and events assistant supports study abroad outreach to all KU students. This includes the the management of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and Snapchat. The assistant will support the organization and implementation of international events, including the Study Abroad Fair, the International Jayhawk Festival, career panels, Ask Us Anything Panels, and orientation. The assistant will attend admissions and prospective student events, and give class presentations. Write promotional materials, assist with publications, organize campus poster distribution, and create ad and messaging campaigns.
Graphic Designer
The Office of Study Abroad hires 1-2 graphic designers each year. The graphic designer must be able to work 18-20 hours per week between 9 - 5, M - F. Applicants are required to have extensive prior experience using Adobe products, including InDesign and Illustrator. Graphic design majors are preferred, but other majors will be considered. This is an excellent position for a designer who appreciates a brand and vision, but wants to develop unique concepts and improve functionality. The graphic designer edits and creates program brochures, designs posters, develops social media campaigns, assists with web graphics, and collaborates on newsletters, magazines, and other large print projects. Prior study abroad experience preferred, but not required.
