Education Abroad Program Coordinator – Global Affairs

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. Provide one-on-one academic counsel to students incorporating study abroad into their curriculum .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeMorgantown • West Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in academic advising and program coordination for international education, with a strong focus on cross-cultural communication, compliance with immigration regulations, and the ability to manage diverse student needs effectively.

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Bachelor's DegreeHigher Education ExperienceInternational Student AdvisingCross-Cultural ExperienceIntercultural Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Academic AdvisingProgram CoordinationData ManagementFinancial Aid KnowledgeReport PreparationPresentation DesignCurriculum DevelopmentCompliance MonitoringScholarship TrackingInformation Session Execution

Soft Skills

Exceptional Organization SkillsAnalytical CapabilitiesProblem-Solving SkillsAbility to Work Under PressureAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Program Website ManagementDigital Training MaterialsElectronic Communication Tools

Industry Keywords

International EducationStudent AdvisingCultural BackgroundsImmigration RegulationsExchange Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide one-on-one academic counsel to students incorporating study abroad into their curriculum
Analyze student academic and social needs and create curated program recommendations
Advise incoming and outgoing students on exchange, faculty-led programs, international internships, and research abroad
Coordinate recruitment, advising, and administration of outgoing international programs
Evaluate course offerings and academic equivalencies at international partner institutions
Maintain communication and support for outgoing students throughout the application process and time abroad
Cultivate relationships with international partner institutions and address student concerns
Track scholarship, financial aid, and registration deadlines
Direct development and maintenance of the program website and student-facing brochure
Collaborate with internal and external staff on data management
Advise incoming international exchange students before campus arrival
Collaborate with International Admissions to process and assess incoming exchange applications
Monitor academic registration and progress for compliance with federal immigration requirements
Liaise with Mountaineer Hub on payment, registration, and enrollment concerns
Prepare electronic communications regarding U.S. immigration concerns and WVU policies
Communicate Education Abroad policies and procedures to WVU advisors
Serve as mediator and advocate for on-campus and overseas exchange students
Present orientation programs to incoming and outgoing participants
Design and execute information sessions and outreach initiatives engaging over 3,000 individuals annually
Develop print and digital training and informational materials
Tailor presentations to different academic disciplines
Design and execute intercultural programming events
Prepare detailed reports after conferences or international site visits

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
A minimum of two (2) years of experience in higher education and student advising
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment
Extensive cross-cultural experience
Experience working with students of varying English language ability
Substantial and continually refreshed knowledge of financial assistance rules
Ability to work effectively with students and others from broad cultural backgrounds and perspectives
Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical capabilities and problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced office setting while balancing competing priorities
Excellent intercultural communication skills
Demonstrated ability to provide advising and presentations to individuals from many nationalities and backgrounds
Preferred: Master’s degree in related field
Preferred: International higher education experience
Preferred: International student advising experience
Preferred: Experience working within immigration and travel regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

37.5-hour work week
13 paid holidays
15 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service
18 sick days per year
Health insurance and other benefits
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match
Eligibility to continue health insurance and other retiree perks
Wellness programs
Hybrid work arrangement