Study Abroad & Global Learning Academic Advisor

Washington State University•Pullman, WA

2d•$4,062 - $5,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Study Abroad & Global Learning Academic Advisor serves as the Carson College of Business’s primary coordinator and advisor for international educational experiences. The position provides holistic academic advising while leading the college’s study abroad, exchange, faculty-led, and other global initiatives. It also coordinates the International Business Institute, which develops, promotes, and manages international learning opportunities for students and staff. As a subject matter expert in transfer credit evaluations, degree requirements, and international academic programs, the advisor guides prospective, incoming, and current students on study abroad opportunities, course equivalencies, and applying international coursework toward Carson College degree requirements. The advisor helps students select programs aligned with their academic, professional, and personal goals while supporting progress toward degree completion. The advisor provides proactive academic advising to students, building relationships that promote academic success, engagement, retention, and timely graduation. The position collaborates with academic departments, Global Learning, Admissions, Registrar Services, and other university partners to facilitate transfer credit evaluations, maintain accurate academic records, interpret policies and procedures, and support student success initiatives. The advisor also contributes to recruitment and outreach, delivers presentations and workshops, and serves as a resource on Carson College programs, study abroad opportunities, and university policies. This is a permanent, full-time position located on the Pullman campus. It is overtime eligible.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and three years of professional work experience in student services, or a combination of related education and experience; a related master’s degree may substitute for one year of professional work experience.
Experience leading or directing the work of others.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Strong presentation and public speaking skills, including experience presenting to large and small groups.
Commitment to fostering a student-centered environment that supports student success and belonging.
Experience coordinating programs or projects involving multiple stakeholders, deadlines, and administrative requirements.
Experience supporting program budgets, vendors, contracts, scholarships, marketing, assessment, or participation reporting.

Nice To Haves

Experience serving on cross-functional committees, task forces, or strategic initiatives.
Familiarity with business education programs and career pathways in business-related disciplines.
Experience developing, coordinating, promoting, or administering international education, global learning, or study abroad programs.
Experience working with international students, multicultural populations, or students from diverse backgrounds.
Personal experience studying, working, living, conducting research, or traveling abroad.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and advise on international educational experiences for the Carson College of Business.
Lead the college’s study abroad, exchange, faculty-led, and other global initiatives.
Coordinate the International Business Institute and its international learning opportunities for students and staff.
Advise prospective, incoming, and current students on study abroad programs, course equivalencies, and applying international coursework toward degree requirements.
Help students identify international programs aligned with academic, professional, and personal goals while supporting degree progress.
Provide holistic, proactive academic advising to support student success, engagement, retention, and timely graduation.
Collaborate with academic departments, Global Learning, Admissions, Registrar Services, and other university partners on transfer credit evaluations, academic records, policies, and student success initiatives.
Contribute to recruitment and outreach efforts and deliver presentations and workshops.
Serve as a resource on Carson College programs, study abroad opportunities, and university policies.