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Study Abroad Ambassador

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Job ID

5155

Job Type

On-Campus Jobs

Employer

Study Abroad

Date Posted

Apr 17, 2025

Job Category

Events & Programming

Job Description

Plan, coordinate, and lead activities and events for visiting and exchange students to enhance their experience at UNCA and in Asheville. This includes driving with visiting and exchange students in your vehicle to activity sites.
Serve as a peer mentor and resource for visiting students, providing guidance on academic, social, and cultural aspects of life at UNCA.
Assist exchange students with orientation, campus navigation, and adjustment to life in Asheville.
Support the Study Abroad Office with various activities, including event planning, social media outreach, and promotional efforts.
Foster connections between visiting students and the broader UNCA student community.
Represent the Study Abroad Office at campus events, study abroad fairs, and information sessions.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Currently enrolled UNCA student in good academic standing.
Strong interest in international education, cultural exchange, and student engagement.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent driving record.
Ability to drive international students to activities, events and outings.
Experience with event planning or leadership roles preferred.

Technical Skills

Event Planning, Microsoft Office Suite, Relationship Building, Risk Assessment and Risk Management, Social Media Management

Soft Skills

Adaptability and Flexibility, Communication, Cooperation, Delegation and Shares Responsibility, Interaction with People, People Focus, Problem Management

Number of Available Openings

Hours

10.0 hours per week

Hourly Rate

$13.00/hour to $15.00/hour

Time Frame

Academic Year

Supervisor's Name

Douglas Rhein

Supervisor's Email

drhein@unca.edu

Supervisor's Phone Number

8282325037

Address

100 Ramsey Library

Secondary Contact

Laura Dobson (ldobson@unca.edu)

UNC Asheville is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will not discriminate against applicants and employees on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other legally protected status with respect to all terms, conditions, and privileges of university-sponsored activities, employment, and the use of university facilities.

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