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How much do international service learning jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for international service learning in the United States is $27.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $33.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in International Service Learning programs?

Professionals in International Service Learning often encounter challenges such as navigating cultural differences, coordinating logistics across time zones, and ensuring ethical engagement with local communities. Adapting to diverse communication styles and managing expectations—both of participants and host organizations—are also key aspects of the role. Successful practitioners develop strong cross-cultural communication skills, flexibility, and a deep understanding of global service ethics to address these challenges effectively.

What is the difference between International Service Learning vs International Development Worker?

AspectInternational Service LearningInternational Development Worker
Required CredentialsTypically high school or college-level; some programs may require specific courseworkBachelor's degree or higher in development, social sciences, or related fields
Work EnvironmentShort-term, volunteer-based projects often in community settingsLong-term projects, often with NGOs or government agencies in developing countries
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, NGOs, volunteer organizationsInternational NGOs, government agencies, development firms

International Service Learning focuses on short-term volunteer projects aimed at educational and cultural exchange, often involving students. In contrast, International Development Workers engage in long-term projects to improve infrastructure, health, and economic development in communities. Both roles require a passion for global service but differ in scope, duration, and professional credentials.

What is international service learning?

International service learning is a form of experiential education in which students or participants travel to another country to engage in community-based service projects while learning about local cultures and global issues. The programs typically combine hands-on volunteer work—such as teaching, building infrastructure, or supporting healthcare initiatives—with structured reflection and academic learning. This approach helps participants develop cross-cultural skills, global awareness, and a sense of social responsibility. International service learning experiences are popular among students seeking personal growth, professional development, and meaningful contributions to communities abroad.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in International Service Learning roles, and why are they important?

To thrive in International Service Learning roles, you need a background in education, community development, or social sciences, often supported by cross-cultural experience or relevant degrees. Familiarity with project management tools, data collection systems, and sometimes language proficiency or certifications in global engagement are commonly required. Strong communication, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity are vital soft skills for effective collaboration and relationship-building in diverse environments. These skills ensure meaningful, ethical contributions and successful partnerships that create sustainable positive impact in global communities.
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Infographic showing various International Service Learning job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, and 24% Part Time. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,993 per year, or $27.9 per hour.
Senior Manager, International Learning, Oncology

Senior Manager, International Learning, Oncology

AbbVie

Mettawa, IL

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


AbbVie rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 97 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 73 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

The Senior Manager International Learning is a strategic partner and value-adding International Learning Subject Matter Expert who supports hematology oncology (CLL and/or AML). Serves as an expert in therapeutic knowledge, curriculum development, performance excellence, capability building and change management to develop high impact, integrated learning strategies, tactics and plans which enable AbbVie to be ahead of the curve. As a key business partner for the assigned brand team(s), the individual will incorporate the International Integrated Brand Plan within Integrated International Learning Plans utilizing foundational standards while injecting innovative and forward-thinking learning expertise that will support execution excellence upon implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Subject matter expert to an assigned brand team(s), acts as a strategic partner either supporting a International Brand Team OR as a member of the International Brand Team. Assess and understand cross-functional learning needs to develop and deliver effective integrated learning plans aligned with brand strategy and tactical plans to support execution excellence. Effectively propose/manage brand budget aligned to the lifecycle of the brand and learning needs for the brand.
  • Building relationships and partnering with key stakeholders at International, Areas and Top 12 Affiliates to gain agreement and co-create Oncology Learning Materials to support execution of the International learning plans. Leads monthly International Learning sessions for area/affiliate alignment and co-creation. Manage key contacts for area/affiliates.
  • Maintaining a high level of Continuing Professional Development in Learning & Development, keeping up to date on industry trends and best practices including appropriate use of AI and technology solutions
  • Conducting vendor evaluations in partnership with purchasing to ensure the right vendor is selected for optimal project development
  • Selecting vendors and maintaining strong partnership with vendors to develop content aligned with brand strategic and tactical plans within budget
  • Acting as medical/regulatory lead to gain appropriate approvals for end user use
  • Planning, developing and executing material roll out through internal communication plans and train the trainer programs to support execution excellence of learning content
  • Ensuring learning content is accessible to end users via Academy in addition to Veeva. Manage all curriculum content to ensure it is all up-to-date and relevant within all platforms and all stakeholders understand where to find the brand aligned learning materials
  • Ensuring content development is aligned to International learning "standards" for consistency across therapeutic areas maintaining a "standard core curriculum" while also customizing to business needs leveraging AI and technology solutions 
  • Measuring impact of International learning tactics to ensure value is delivered to the brand and to cross functional partners in addition to supporting execution excellence within Area and Affiliates


Interpersonal Skills:

  • Effectively collaborate and communicate with colleagues in varying levels of responsibility including Product managers, Marketing Managers, Associate Directors and Directors of cross functional teams including Marketing, Medical, Access, HEOR and US Learning in addition to area/affiliate learning partners and vendor partners.
  • Demonstrate advanced communication, influence, and marketing skills, while being sensitive to variable needs.
  • Developing partnerships with strong emotional intelligence founded on trust, meeting needs and delivering upon expectations
  • Engaging and fun to work with, stimulating others with enthusiasm, energy, and a can-do attitude
  • Leveraging internal and external learning network; be a valued and reliable partner
  • Simplifying complicated content into easy-to-understand succinct messages
     
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree, MBA or related advanced degree is preferred
  • Experience designing curriculums and creating training materials that demonstrates strong knowledge of curriculum design and content development
  • Strong communication and master facilitation skills including the ability to deliver learning programs to multi-cultural audiences
  • Networking with external key stakeholders, industry forums and learning specialists to inform a compelling and differentiated learning and capability strategy
  • Strategic thinking & tactical business planning skills to diagnose needs, develop project plans and create learning content aligned to needs

Experience:                                                                                                         

  • Seeking 7-10 years of combined learning, sales and marketing experience or related cross functional expertise
  • Developing the right learning curriculum aligned to business partners needs leveraging AI and technology solutions
  • Designing Integrated Learning Plans aligned with Integrated brand plans
  • Strong collaboration or experience within Areas and Affiliate/Top 12 countries
  • Demonstrated ability to develop strong partnerships with cross functional colleagues at varying levels including Product Managers, Marketing Managers, Associate Directors, and Directors
  • Proven ability to integrate business trends, brand strategies, and marketplace drivers into plans that drive competitive advantages for the organization
  • Demonstrated success working in a highly matrix environment

Business Skills:

  • Consistently demonstrates the AbbVie leadership behaviors; Possess knowledge of the AbbVie business, our organization, our brands, our therapeutic areas, products, pipeline, and competition
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Integrated Brand Plan framework with the flexibility to coach International Brand Teams when needed (or demonstrate high level of aptitude to learn AbbVie's strategic planning framework and coach to the framework). Appropriately integrate key elements into an Integrated International Learning Plan
  • Possess business knowledge of the bio-pharma sector including knowledge of the external environment, relevant stakeholders, and our customers
  • Open-minded and curious, combined with a highly innovative and creative approach, always and looking for opportunities to improve, and embed this behavior in the organization
  • Expertise in strategic thinking and planning, aligning learning strategies and priorities based on critical business needs and strategies to add the most value
  • Expertise in project management to support multiple priorities and integrate multi-functional elements into one learning plan connecting dependencies, without gaps or missing timelines

Learning Skills:

  • Possess knowledge of leading-edge learning theories, practices, benchmarks, systems, AI and learning technologies, and digital learning
  • Demonstrate effective, articulate communication skills (verbal and written), active listening, effective probing, and facilitation skills
  • Simplify, clarify and focus, bringing best practices in learning, acting with agility and being open to adjust and adapt, building a sustainable learning culture with learning agility
  • Be a change agent who empowers others through advice and expertise in learning and behavioral change, including instructional design
  • Manage learning programs and interventions from vision and strategy to implementation, delivery, and facilitation; leveraging staff where required, and employing innovative approaches
  • Be confident in coaching and comfortable giving and receiving feedback
  • Apply a performance consulting approach through the effective application of the six elements of Performance Essentials
  • Ensure optimal use of resources, measuring outcomes and analyzing available data sources
Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: 

  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. 
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
  • This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs. 

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html

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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health, and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

North Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

2013