Study Away Assistant

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In this role, the Study Away Student Assistant will work with the International Programs Manager to recruit students to Study Away through individual meetings, info sessions, events, and creation of promotional materials. The Student Assistant will learn about eligibility requirements and application processes and will communicate program information regarding numerous international and domestic study away opportunities.

The Study Away Assistant will also be responsible for keeping student files up to date, leading and assisting in programs and events relating to study away, and tracking student interest. The Student Assistant will work from the Office of Intercultural Success and/or the Pope Center, depending on staffing needs for each area. Starting pay is $12/hr.

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-Maintain a working knowledge of international and National Student Exchange programs.

-Communicate information about upcoming application deadlines, missing paperwork, scholarships, timelines, etc.

-Explain the benefits of Studying Away, both academic and personal.

-Educate staff/faculty/students about the value of studying away through outreach within and outside of campus.

-Respect and understanding of student confidentiality guidelines.

-Maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with faculty, staff, and students.

-Promote upcoming events and programs to campus and the community.

-Lead and attend Study Away-related programming and events.

-Maintain accurate records on Study Away student meetings and activities.

-Provide office support including, but not limited to greeting/meeting with walk-ins, responding to emails, creating promotions, postering, and scheduling appointments.

-Aid students in using all resources offered through Study Away Programs.

-Spread awareness of campus resources and make appropriate referrals for students to other campus departments.

-Perform other duties as needed, including supporting international and underrepresented/minoritized students.

Notice to New Employees: Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

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The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of ‘final candidates’ must be revealed upon request. According to the Attorney General, ‘final candidates’ under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position. See Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.36(7)(a).

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last seven years with Universities of Wisconsin or State of Wisconsin agencies, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University reserves the right to check references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process.

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.