About the role#
The Student Engagement Intern supports the application cycle and promotes study abroad programs. You will work 20 hours per week during the 2026-27 academic year. This is a part-time, remote position based in the United States. You will serve as a liaison between students and the Student Engagement team while helping prospective applicants navigate the enrollment process.
What you'll do#
- Learn the IFSA brand and program portfolio to effectively communicate the benefits of study abroad.
- Assist with admissions tasks, including preparing student applications for host universities, processing transcripts, and reviewing course selections.
- Correspond with students via phone, video calls, email, and text to support their application journey.
- Maintain accurate records and data in Salesforce and prepare reports as needed.
- Help enrolled students with pre-departure tasks and forms.
- Create content for communication campaigns and graphics to support advising efforts.
- Model organizational commitments to inclusive excellence and intercultural agility.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student.
- Personal international experience through travel, work, or study.
- Experience interacting with cultures different from your own.
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- A sales and customer service orientation with an understanding of U.S. college students.
- Experience with Salesforce is preferred.
- Capability to support students from diverse backgrounds, including first-generation, LGBTQIA+, and students of color.
Location & details#
- This is a remote role, though occasional engagement on a local university campus may be requested.
- Compensation is $15 per hour.
- You must be authorized to work in the USA and physically located in the country for the duration of the internship.
- A laptop will be provided for your work.
About The Institute for Study Abroad
The Institute for Study Abroad provides international academic programming for undergraduates in the United States. Founded in 1988, the organization is based in Indianapolis. It maintains operations in numerous countries across the globe, including Argentina, Australia, and the United Kingdom. With a staff of 51 to 200 employees, the group focuses on academic guidance and student support.
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