Study Abroad Student Outreach Coordinator and Ambassador Program
This year we have TWO opportunities. Students can apply to be a Study Abroad Student Outreach Coordinator. These students will receive a $100 stipend per semester. Or, students can opt to be a Study Abroad Ambassador, which is a volunteer position. Please read below for more information.
2018 Application Deadline
Please submit your application by the following deadlines:
Student Outreach Coordinators:
- Application Opens May 7
- Application Closes May 21
- Preference for Student Outreach Coordinators will be given to students who can commit for the full academic year
Study Abroad Ambassadors:
- Application Opens on June 19
Eligibility
- Must be a BSU Study Abroad program alum (any short term, semester, academic year or summer program)
- Minimum 2.5 GPA upon application that must be maintained throughout participation in program
- Must be in good judicial standing with the Office of Student Conduct
Study Abroad Student Outreach Coordinator Requirements
- Program commitment is for the academic year starting in August. We expect our Student Outreach Coordinators to commit approximately 1-2 hours per week each semester, though we will be flexible when needed
- Attend a mandatory training session in August
- Serve as a mentor and resource for:
- BSU students interested in studying abroad
- BSU students who have been admitted in to a study abroad program
- International students currently on campus
- Assist in advising during Study Abroad Office open office hours: each Coordinator will commit to at least one hour of office hours per week
- As a team, create and market two events per semester in collaboration with the Study Abroad Office, such as:
- Presentation to residence hall, student group, or other organizations
- Attend and present at our events:
- Study Abroad Fairs
- Information tables
- Lunch and Learn sessions
- Admissions/Orientation events
- Classroom Presentations
- Pre-departure Orientation
- Help coordinate Study Abroad Ambassador schedules and events
- Follow BSU Study Abroad social media profiles; develop and engage with content
- Provide photos and student profiles to be used to promote study abroad to the BSU community
Student Outreach Coordinator Benefits
- Build leadership and mentoring skills
- Add to your resume
- Strengthen your international leadership and communication skills
- Develop your presentation skills
- Network with new students, BSU faculty, and staff
- Share your excitement and experiences!
- Gain on-campus volunteer experience
- Receive a Study Abroad Office issued participation certificate
- This is not a paid position, but Student Outreach Coordinators will receive a $100 stipend at the end of each semester for their participation, pending completion of the position description
Study Abroad Ambassadors Requirements
- Our Study Abroad Ambassadors will assist our Student Outreach Coordinators with events and tabling
- Follow BSU Study Abroad social media profiles; develop and engage with content
- Provide photos and ambassador profiles to be used to promote study abroad to the BSU community
- Students who are not chosen for a Student Outreach Coordinator position will be automatically considered for our Study Abroad Ambassador program
Ambassador Benefits
- Add to your resume
- Strengthen your international leadership and communication skills
- Network with new students, BSU faculty, and staff
- Share your excitement and experiences!
- Gain on-campus volunteer experience
- This is not a paid position