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Peer Adviser Position

Position Summary

Education Abroad Peer Advisers are expected to provide peer-to-peer advising, student outreach, active recruitment, and general clerical support. They work in the Office for Education Abroad Advising Center answering questions for parents, students, faculty and staff. Peer Advisers (PAs) are expected to attend campus events as representatives of the Office for Education Abroad, such as classroom presentations, residence education events, and resource fairs. In addition, Peer Advisers assist program leaders at information meetings and give presentations to audiences potentially interested in education abroad opportunities.

Expected Work Schedule

Peer Advisers must have availability in 2-hour blocks (or more) Monday through Friday any time between 10 am and 7 pm. Each Peer Adviser is expected to work a minimum of 10 hours per week at least two days per week. Occasional weekend events may also be required.

Position Education and Experience

Required

  • Registered student at Michigan State University
  • Current or past participant in a university-level, credit-bearing education abroad program
  • Work availability between 9 am and 7 pm Monday through Friday, occasional weekends
  • Work commitment for the 2024-25 academic year (Fall 2024 and Spring 2025)
  • Strong communication and public speaking skills
  • Basic computer skills including word processing, e-mail, and spreadsheets
  • Enthusiasm for education abroad and its value
  • High degree of professionalism
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25-50 pounds

Desired

  • Public speaking experience
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Flexibility and solid time management skills
  • Experience interacting with people from diverse backgrounds
  • Experience in non-traditional locations
  • Familiarity with social media management
  • Participation in experiential programs such as international internships, research, and service-learning

Michigan State University and our office are committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity, and actively encourage applications of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

APPLICATIONS HAVE CLOSED FOR 2024-25

Peer Adviser Application

Interested students should:

  1. Apply via Handshake
  2. Complete the 2024-25 Peer Adviser Application

Application deadline is March 22, 2024 .

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