Customized Programs Student Assistant – International Office Study Abroad

Position Description

Provide administrative support for the Customized Programs Team.

Hours: 10-12 hours per week.

Hourly Rate: $8.25.

Starting: As soon as possible.

Required: Individual must be Federal Work Study Eligible and available to work 10-12 hours per week over the spring and potentially this summer and next year.

Department: The Customized Programs Team builds and coordinates faculty-led programs, administering approximately 25-30 faculty-led programs each year, including four-week Maymesters, six- to nine-week summer programs, and UT Semester Plus programs.

 Overview of Duties:

Work with Customized Programs Team Coordinators related to the following functions:

·        Student recruitment, advising, and retention.

·        Pre-departure preparations and forms.

·        Faculty director logistical preparations.

·        Other tasks as assigned by program coordinators.

Benefits:

·        Support international programming in a dynamic professional environment.

·        Gain valuable experience in general administration.

Requirements:

·        Must be a current UT student in good academic standing.

·        Must be Federal Work Study eligible.

·        Must be able to work at least 10-12 hours per week.

·        Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs.

·        Self-motivated and able to work independently.

·        Detail-oriented and highly organized.

·        Awareness of cultural differences; ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with international students and staff, as well as various levels of faculty, staff, and students.

Preferred:

·        Experience studying abroad.

·        Previous administrative support experience.

Interested individuals should send a cover letter and resume to Rebekah Junkermeier at rebekahj@austin.utexas.edu. Please include “Customized Programs SAP” in the email subject line.