Taylor Center, International Student Counselor, II (Fall 2026)

Job Title: TC International Student Counselor (WS)
Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College 1520 St. Olaf Ave Northfield MN 55057
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Department Name: Taylor Center for Equity and Inclusion
Unit Number (5 digits): 15108
Length of Position: See Employment Authorization
Contact Person/Supervisor: Associate Director for International Programming
Wage Range: $11.75-12.75/hour

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position):
To enhance the international student experience at St. Olaf College. International Student Counselors facilitate international student orientation programs mentor and support between 8-10 incoming international students throughout the FALL SEMESTER and participate in interactive programs to enhance internationalization on campus.
Transferable Skills:
Communication Skills both Interpersonal and Presentation
Human Relationships
Leadership
Responsibility
Organization
Coordination of Projects

Duties and Responsibilities:
Communicate with incoming international students over the summer prior to their arrival at St. Olaf by answering their questions or making referrals.
Assist with the arrival of new international students and co-facilitate the international student orientation programs.
Advise and support 8-10 counselees-meeting with each counselee at least once per month during the academic year. Within the limits of training and capability advise and counsel students on academic personal and social matters and make referrals when appropriate.
Serve as a leader and role model to all international students. Help develop an atmosphere in the international community in which students respect and support one another.
Attend meetings and training sessions:
oWeekly meetings
oAdditional training as needed
oMid-semester and end of the semester review
Plan organize and lead interactive international student focused programs and events
oDevelop proposals for events
oCollaborate on team projects
oCreate flyers posters and materials for events
oDistribute publicity on campus and online
oDrive college vehicles (if authorized as certified driver)
oTake photographs
Serve as a liaison between student organizations college staff and faculty and departments
Establish and maintain open communication with supervisor and coordinating staff on international student needs and issues.
Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)
Ability to work with and welcome students of diverse backgrounds and experiences
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Basic understanding and knowledge of St. Olaf campus resources.
Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills including the ability to listen advise teach and explain
Must be on campus for orientation and fall semester.
Must also be available: academic year training dates and first year international orientation dates.
This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College with or without prior notice.