Student Leader – International Short Programs POOL
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Job Location:
Lawrence, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
75% - Program Operations
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Work Schedule
- June 29 & June 30 (2 days of training & program prep)
- July 1- Aug 1: 8-32 hours per week (schedule will be set based on candidate availability and program needs)
MUST be available July 12-25
Contact Information to Applicants
Natalie Friend
Position Overview
International Short Programs (ISP) is seeking several Student Leaders for July 2026. ISP Student Leaders will assist with orientation cultural or program activities scheduled for visiting international groups for roughly 8-32 hours a week during the month of July. The two programs that are currently planned for July 2026 include a 10-day youth summer camp held from July 12-22 and a 5-week academic program for college-aged students July 5-Aug 4. Its a dynamic environment with an opportunity to work with campus visitors and students from around the world. Help us welcome them to KU!
TheInternational Short Programs department (ISP) typically runs 6-12 short-stay programs annually for international students and professionals. Programs usually include an academic component but almost always have a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities and experiential learning.
During weeks that ISP is supporting visiting groups candidates can expect to work 8-32 hours weekly for occasional program preparation (in-office) campus orientation activities or off-campus trips and experiential activities which may include evenings or weekends. Weekly work hours may fluctuate based on the needs of the programs which vary. In times when ISP has no visiting groups no regular weekly hours will be guaranteed.
This position is directly connected to International Short Programs sponsored programs. Any cancellation of or changes to the programs by the program sponsors (the sponsors are not part of KU) will directly affect this position.
If available hired candidates may be asked to participate in short training sessions or informational meetings as early as June 29 2026.
Additional Candidate Instruction
All candidates should complete the availability survey (linked here). A complete application consists of the online application resume cover letter and submission of the availability survey.
To ensure consideration apply before the application review starts on Friday 5/1/ are required and will be conducted over Zoom the week of May 18. Ongoing hires will be made as needed throughout the posting period.
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
(3)Must not be enrolled in Applied English Center courses.
(4) Must be a graduate student or undergraduate student at sophomore level or above.
(5)Must be available to work daytime evening or weekend hours as needed (with advance notice).During weeks that ISP is supporting visiting groups candidates can expect to work 8-32 hours weekly for occasional program preparation (in-office) campus orientation activities or off-campus trips and experiential activities which may include evenings or weekends. Weekly work hours may fluctuate based on the needs of the programs which times when ISP has no visiting groups no regular weekly hours will be guaranteed.
(6)This position is directly connected to International Short Programs sponsored programs. Any cancellation of or changes to the programs by the program sponsors (the sponsors are not part of KU) will directly affect this position.
- Serve as peer mentors and campus guides to visiting international participants.
- Accompany participants on field trips to areas within and around Lawrence and Kansas City.
- Actively engage participants in conversation and encourage them to practice English.
- Assist with campus orientations workshops and introducing guest speakers.
- Report any group challenges or issues to ISP staff and help problem-solve as needed.
- Prepare informational materials educational activities and program booklets for participants using Microsoft Suite products and/or Canva.
- Put together welcome folders and welcome bags prior to each program as instructed.
- Perform other program-level and in-office administrative tasks as needed.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Work Schedule
- June 29 & June 30 (2 days of training & program prep)
- July 1- Aug 1: 8-32 hours per week (schedule will be set based on candidate availability and program needs)
MUST be available July 12-25
Contact Information to Applicants
Natalie Friend
- Demonstrated ability to speakEnglish proficiently as evidenced by interview.
- Experience living or studying in another country as evidenced by application materials.
- Proficiency in a foreign language as evidenced by application materials.
- Experience working and/or interacting in a multi-cultural environment as evidenced by application materials.
- Have a valid U.S. drivers license.
Position Overview
International Short Programs (ISP) is seeking several Student Leaders for July 2026. ISP Student Leaders will assist with orientation cultural or program activities scheduled for visiting international groups for roughly 8-32 hours a week during the month of July. The two programs that are currently planned for July 2026 include a 10-day youth summer camp held from July 12-22 and a 5-week academic program for college-aged students July 5-Aug 4. Its a dynamic environment with an opportunity to work with campus visitors and students from around the world. Help us welcome them to KU!
TheInternational Short Programs department (ISP) typically runs 6-12 short-stay programs annually for international students and professionals. Programs usually include an academic component but almost always have a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities and experiential learning.
During weeks that ISP is supporting visiting groups candidates can expect to work 8-32 hours weekly for occasional program preparation (in-office) campus orientation activities or off-campus trips and experiential activities which may include evenings or weekends. Weekly work hours may fluctuate based on the needs of the programs which vary. In times when ISP has no visiting groups no regular weekly hours will be guaranteed.
This position is directly connected to International Short Programs sponsored programs. Any cancellation of or changes to the programs by the program sponsors (the sponsors are not part of KU) will directly affect this position.
If available hired candidates may be asked to participate in short training sessions or informational meetings as early as June 29 2026.
Additional Candidate Instruction
All candidates should complete the availability survey (linked here). A complete application consists of the online application resume cover letter and submission of the availability survey.
To ensure consideration apply before the application review starts on Friday 5/1/ are required and will be conducted over Zoom the week of May 18. Ongoing hires will be made as needed throughout the posting period.
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
(3)Must not be enrolled in Applied English Center courses.
(4) Must be a graduate student or undergraduate student at sophomore level or above.
(5)Must be available to work daytime evening or weekend hours as needed (with advance notice).During weeks that ISP is supporting visiting groups candidates can expect to work 8-32 hours weekly for occasional program preparation (in-office) campus orientation activities or off-campus trips and experiential activities which may include evenings or weekends. Weekly work hours may fluctuate based on the needs of the programs which times when ISP has no visiting groups no regular weekly hours will be guaranteed.
(6)This position is directly connected to International Short Programs sponsored programs. Any cancellation of or changes to the programs by the program sponsors (the sponsors are not part of KU) will directly affect this position.
About Company
Thank you for your interest in employment with the University of Kansas. If you need assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 785-864-4946.
