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Part-Time Education Abroad Advising & Engagement Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Jul 03, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Penn State Global is seeking a candidate for a part-time Education Abroad Advising and Engagement Assistant to support the Advising and Engagement team with administrative projects and tasks throughout the 2025-26 academic year. This is a part-time position paid at $13.00 per hour and candidates interested in this position must be available to work 8-10 hours per week during regular business hours. The successful candidate will work with their supervisor to build their weekly schedule around any class or other commitments. The Education Abroad Advising and Engagement Assistant position is based at the Penn State University Park campus (Boucke Building). Job Responsibilities and Requirements The successful candidate will be responsible for the following: Assist with the management of an office email account and respond to emails from students with questions about education abroad at Penn State Participate in events, information sessions and tabling to promote education abroad opportunities, engage with students and their families, and give informational presentations. Support the education abroad advisers with administrative projects including, but not limited to, updating program information on website pages and assisting with student application management Aid in the planning of programming and materials for education abroad participants before program departure and upon their return Support the education abroad advisers with general education abroad advising and administrative tasks as assigned Qualifications This position would be an exciting opportunity for a current undergraduate or graduate student interested in the field of international education. The idea candidate should have the following: Strong administrative and organizational skills A high level of attention to detailand resourcefulness Strong desire to promote and advocate for global learning opportunities and engage with diverse groups of students, staff, and faculty Willingness to learn new technology Hourly Rate $13/hour (wage payroll employee) Weekly Hours 8-10 hours Application Requirements Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter along with their application. Review of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines