Re-entry Guide

Work For Us

Positions are available in the Study Abroad Center for students who have a strong desire to help other students learn more about study abroad and to assist them prepare for the experience.  We provide students with invaluable work experience and, upon successful completion, a letter of reference/recommendation to future employers. 

These positions are are available to both undergraduate and graduate students. All applicants must be a full-time student at UNI in good academic standing. Students are  required to work no more than 10 hours a week and are often asked to perform various duties outside normal business hours to promote the program on campus. Supervision and training is provided. 

Necessary qualifications and skills:   Excellent communications skills, friendly and outgoing personality, with good public speaking ability. Experience with Microsoft Office is required, additional software skills such as PageMaker, PhotoShop, Front Page are desirable. Good organizational skills and attention to detail. The successful applicant will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently without close supervision. Previous study abroad experience is required for peer advisors.

Peer Advisors

Provide information and advice to UNI students about study abroad opportunities available to them. Assist students in locating and using materials in the Resource Library.  Respond to student inquiries by mail, e-mail or telephone.  Explain application procedures, assist with completing application forms, and explain ISIC card application procedures. Talk to students informally at various campus events and information fairs about studying abroad.  Deliver short presentations to small and large groups of students. Assist in organizing, maintaining and updating information files in the Resource Library.  Prepare and/or distribute study abroad flyers/brochures around campus.  Perform clerical duties such as answering phones, copying, filing, and data entry. Additional duties as assigned.

Internship/Practicum

Available to undergraduate or graduate students who are interested in learning more about how a study abroad office works and may wish to pursue advising positions in a higher education setting as a career option.  Description of duties and responsibilities depends on the student's interests, past experience, and departmental requirements, especially if credit is desired.

APPLICATION

Interested applicants are encouraged to print and application form by following this link. To apply, submit (1) the application form, (2) resume, (3) names and contact information of 2 references and (4) your class schedule to the Study Abroad Center electronically, by fax, by mail, or in person.

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