Launch Assistant - IHP Climate (Fall 2026)
About The Position
School for International Training seeks a Launch Assistant to support the preparation and implementation of the IHP Climate Change program by serving as a field-based assistant to the Launch Coordinator for its approximately 10-day long program launch. Please visit IHP Climate Change to learn more about the program. IHP Climate Change launches in Miami and is focused on preparing college students for a semester-long study abroad program analyzing global climate change issues. The Launch Assistant is a recurring temporary position requiring excellent interpersonal skills, a high level of organization, flexibility, compassion, and the ability to develop positive working relationships with college-aged students.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with two years of related work experience.
- Understanding of experiential education and youth empowerment pedagogies.
- Experience with international programs, event management, or youth programming.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
- Computer proficient and comfortable with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), cloud-based document management, and online project management tools.
- Team-oriented and collaborative work style with ability to independently handle tasks and deadlines.
- Fosters diverse, equitable and inclusive practices and challenges practices which may be exclusionary.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with remote teams desired.
Responsibilities
- Administrative and logistical support to the Launch Coordinator and Program Director, including assistance with reservations/bookings, purchasing supplies, student support, organizing educational materials, outreach to community partners, and coordinating group transportation.
- Assisting in program preparation and implementation.
- Assist in the preparation and dissemination of program materials to students and staff.
- When required, attend, and fully engage in the delivery of workshops, lectures, and site visits, including: logistical support -organizing group transportation, tidying up educational spaces, setting up classrooms, supply runs, etc.
- Coordinate with Launch Coordinator on vender relationships, logistics, and meals for all segments of the US launch.
- Provide pertinent program information to Program Team for travel and logistics management.
- Work collaboratively on a Program Team including Program Director, Program Manager, Visiting Faculty, and Launch Coordinator to help ensure delivery of a high-quality educational program for students.
- Support college-age students in their educational endeavors during the launch.
- Help ensure the IHP team and students are informed about daily plans, understand the schedule, and are prepared and on time for activities, lectures, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- World Learning provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, FSA/HRA, Life/AD&D, Short Term/Long Term Disability, EAP, Parking and Transit, 403 (b) retirement plan for full-time and eligibile part-time employees.
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Career Level
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