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Job Description
Give presentations (5 to 50 minutes) to student groups, Greek houses, residence halls, and classes to promote study abroad and address common student concerns (60%)
Attend UMN fairs and events to represent study abroad by tabling or presenting (20%)
Coordinate and execute large Learning Abroad Center brochure mailings to national institutions and UMN departments (10%)
Complete basic data entry and assist with office projects (5%)
Provide research support for program development (5%)
 

Position Qualifications:
-Study abroad experience
-Strong public speaking skills
-Superb organizational skills and attention to detail
-High level of professionalism
-Comfortable working independently on projects
-Well-developed time management skills
-Willing to travel across campus for events
-Efficient in Microsoft Office and Google Calendar 
-Ability to work evenings and some weekends

The Learning Abroad Center is the University of Minnesota's comprehensive resource for study, intern, community engagement, and research experiences worldwide.

The Learning Abroad Center offers a full range of advising and support services to students, including program selection, academic planning, financial planning, registration, credit, cultural adjustment, and reentry. A variety of program options180 programs in over 50 countrieshave been developed to address the diverse needs of students. Programs vary in length, level, academic focus, teaching format, language requirements, cost, and degree of independence demanded of the participant.

Pay Range: $15.25 an hour

Please visit the Office of Student Health Benefits website for more information regarding benefit eligibility. 

Student workers are eligible to participate in the Student Health Benefit Plan, if they maintain 6 or more eligible course credits within a given semester. The same applies for Undergraduate Students, Graduate Assistants, Residents, Fellows and Interns.

Student positions are a form of financial support while pursuing an education at the University of Minnesota.

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.