Study Abroad Program Intern - IE

Working Title: Study Abroad Program Intern IE

State Role Title:N/A

Position Type:Institutional Employment

Position Status: PartTime

FLSA Status: N/A

College/Division: Center for Global Engagement

Department: 100133 Study Abroad Administration

Pay Rate:Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $13.50

Is this a JMU only positionN/A

Is this a grantfunded positionN/A

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionN/A

Beginning Review Date:4/7/25

About JMU:

Located in the heart of Virginias beautiful Shenandoah Valley the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington D.C. and Richmond VA. With a population of just over 53000 Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20000 undergraduate and 1900 graduate students with over 1000 fulltime instructional faculty.

General Information:

The Center for Global Engagement is seeking a Study Abroad Programs Intern to support the work of the Study Abroad office particularly the work of the Associate Director. The Programs Intern will assist with various tasks including database management passport and visa management course registration website management marketing and communications market research advising students on study abroad and event planning and coordinating. They may assist in various administrative tasks (scanning copying errandrunning etc. as needed. The Programs Intern must be comfortable learning new computer programs and must have a superior working knowledge of Excel.



The ideal candidate is a highly selfmotivated student with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Applicants should have a strong attention to detail superior time management and organizational skills and excellent oral and written communication skills. A commitment to global engagement and international education is a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support with study abroad course creation and course enrollment a process which includes regular correspondence with faculty program directors.

Event planning and coordination for small and largescale Study Abroad events.

Develop assets and materials to support promotional efforts including but not limited to drafting social media posts and creating event and digital signage.

Maintain and update program webpages.

Assist in the batch processing of visa applications for select study abroad programs.

Maintains a professional appearance at all times including wearing a clean logoed CGE shirt with professional bottoms. The Programs Intern will be issued one tshirt and one sweatshirt as a uniform and are responsible for their cleaning and staying in good condition for the year.

Other administrative tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

Highly selfmotivated; able to work independently and take initiative.

Interest and ability in a regular work schedule of 12 hours per week between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Attendance at some evening and weekend events is required.

Above average experience with Microsoft Office (spreadsheet and data management as well as word processing)

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Commitment to being punctual and reliable and maintaining a professional appearance

Ability to multitask and meet deadlines



Preference will be given to applicants with experience working in an office setting or similar customeroriented environment and/or with experience living studying or working outside the U.S.



Students must be degreeseeking students enrolled on at least a halftime basis 6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:

Students must be degreeseeking students enrolled on at least a halftime basis 6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).

Students must have a 2.0 or better cumulative GPA.

EVerify Notice: After accepting employment new hires are required to complete an I9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the EVerify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age color disability gender identity or expression genetic information national origin parental status political affiliation race religion sex sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access inclusion and diversity for all students faculty staff constituents and programs believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity:.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services ator You may also visit the Office of Disability Services located in the Student Success Center Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.