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International Programs Coordinator
Employer The Pennsylvania State University Location University Park, FL Closing date Sep 11, 2025
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Specialty Program Development Position Type Coordinator Hours Full-time Employment Type Permanent Organization Type College / University
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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
This is a/an 83% full-time equivalency (FTE) job with months off. The number of months off will be determined by the position's FTE percentage. The timing of months off will be set to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to HR105 FTE positions should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. This position is eligible for benefits associated with any full-time position. The salary grade and range listed in the posting is reflective of a 100% Full-time position. Full-time equivalency job offers may fall outside of the listed range due to the assigned percentage of effort.
POSITION SPECIFICS
Position Introduction
The Strickler Office of International Programs in the Smeal College of Business promotes and facilitates student international education within the college. Through personalized student advising on study abroad opportunities, international internships, and the International Business minor, this International Programs advising position fortifies our mission to empower students to integrate real-world international experiences into their academic goals and upholds the College's mission to prepare ethical, innovative, and globally minded business leaders.
As an International Program Coordinator for the Smeal College of Business, this position collaborates with the Penn State Global Education Abroad office and colleagues from other colleges; maintains relationships and meets with counterparts from foreign universities and study abroad providers; and assists the Associate Dean to achieve the strategic goals of internationalization in the Smeal College of Business.
This position requires
Experience in higher education in the field of academic advising and/or international education.
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
Preferred Qualifications Include
Master's degree in related field is preferred.
Knowledge of Penn State's IT environment including LionPATH, Starfish, Terra Dotta, and Excel is advantageous.
Work Schedule
This is an HR-105 83.3% FTE, 10-month position with working dates from mid-August through mid-June (this position will have the summer months off). This position is currently operating 2 days remotely, 3 days in-person at University Park (subject to change, must be available for fully in-person work). Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. Occasional evening and weekend hours are required.
Position Description
The International Programs Coordinator is primarily responsible for undergraduate student advising and includes some program management and associated administrative duties. Student advising focuses on assisting Smeal and Smeal-bound business students with study abroad program information, site selection, degree progress for courses abroad, as well as academic advising for the International Business (IB) Minor. This position is also responsible for marketing and promotion of study abroad and the IB Minor. Additional administrative duties include reviewing applications, maintaining records and statistics, compiling reports and relevant documentation for international programs within Smeal as needed.
Advise outgoing students on program selection, cost, courses, and scholarships
Advise on academic progress abroad and degree requirements for the IB Minor
Review Penn State Global study abroad applications in Terra Dotta
Coordinate and facilitate pre- and post-departure academic planning and degree progress for study abroad students
Prepare and deliver student information sessions, staff event tables, and initiate outreach
Develop promotional materials such as brochure
About the Company
NAFSA: Association of International Educators is the world's largest nonprofit association dedicated to international education and exchange. NAFSA's 10,000 members are located at more than 3,500 institutions worldwide, in over 150 countries. NAFSA advances public policies that promote international education and is committed to supporting a broad public dialogue about the value and importance of international education. Through professional development programs, publications, and networks of professionals, NAFSA provides op...
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