Study Abroad Student Assistant

Berklee College of Music•Boston, MA

1d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The Study Abroad Student Assistant will be responsible for supporting the daily operations of the Study Abroad office. The main function is to provide direct office support for staff and advise prospective students and their families. This position will also assist with research projects, data entry, and other duties for the Center for Student Advising and Success.

Requirements

Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.
Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program.
Summer employment is permitted without enrollment if pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester.
Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).
Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable.
A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. (Students in their first semester are exempt until completion of their first semester).
Federal Work Study students may apply.
In good disciplinary standing.
Must be located in the U.S.
Strong interpersonal skills, highly organized
Attentive to details, sensitive to confidential information
Strong verbal and written skills in English
Knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Past participants in Study Abroad/First Year Abroad

Responsibilities

Monitor and process email, telephone, calendar and other communications
Maintain application records, ensuring accuracy of data
Scheduling information sessions and advising appointments and updating materials
Scan, upload, copy, store and file documents as directed
Maintain professional demeanor in the office and cooperate with colleagues and supervisors
Establish and maintain clear communication with coworkers to ensure that all projects are on task or completed and that office hours are covered
Run errands between departments as needed
Maintain social networking websites for programs
Assist with orientation meetings and cataloguing student documents
Assist with promotions and recruitment events
Occasionally work at the front line for the center, directing visitors and incoming communications to the appropriate departments