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Temporary Candidate Pool – Various Roles 

Location: U.S. (Remote, Hybrid, and On-site opportunities may be available)
Employment Type: Temporary / Short-Term Assignments (3-6 months)
Department: Multiple Departments Across CIEE 

Who We Are 

CIEE is a nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization that transforms lives and builds bridges between individuals and nations through study abroad and international exchange experiences that help people develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and multicultural world. 

Why Work With Us 

• You will change the world.CIEE builds bridges between people, countries, and cultures. We help young people participate in high-quality international exchange and study-abroad programs that bring the world together. We change lives; our alumni change the world. Be part of the change!
• You will be part of a fast-paced, international, and collaborative team of professionals. CIEE operates the largest nonprofit network of study-abroad locations, with facilities and staff in 29 countries.  Additionally, we help international participants from over 140 countries come to the USA each year.  Committed to excellence and solving whatever problem the world throws at them, CIEE professionals work on international teams and are dedicated to advancing our almost 80-year-old mission to make the world a more peaceful place.

About the Temporary Candidate Pool 

CIEE maintains a temporary candidate pool to support short-term staffing needs throughout the year. Opportunities may be available across multiple departments and functions as business needs arise. By joining the temporary candidate pool, your information will be reviewed for upcoming temporary assignments that align with your skills and experience. 

What You’ll Do 

Responsibilities will vary by role and department, but may include: 

• Provide sales, outreach, enrollment, and customer service support by responding to inquiries and guiding students and parents through program options via email, phone, and virtual platforms
• Support study abroad and international exchange programs through admissions, advising, and program operations
• Communicate clearly and professionally through written correspondence, presentations, and documentation
• Maintain CRM and program data, including data entry, record management, reporting, and system updates
• Collaborate with domestic and international colleagues to support program goals and organizational priorities
• Perform other duties as assigned

 What You’ll Bring 

• Some college required Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience or interest insales, customer service, program coordination, or project support
• International education or study abroad experience is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort working with students, parents, and underrepresented populations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute to project-based work
• Adaptability, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask and work in a dynamic environment and within tight deadlines
• Ability to take initiative and be flexible
• Energetic, personable, goal-oriented, and team-oriented
• Computer skills, including MS Teams, Word, Excel, and Outlook. Salesforce is a plus.

Additional Details 

• Temporary assignments may be full-time or part-time and vary in length.
• Roles may be remote, hybrid, or on-site, depending on business needs, and some travel may be required.
• Some positions may require specific language skills or technical expertise.
• If your application is selected for an assignment, a recruiter will contact you to discuss the position.
• Compensation will range from $20-30 per hour.

 CIEE believes that professionals with varied backgrounds bring unique approaches and ideas to solving problems and advancing our mission to bring the world together. Qualified candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.  

 Due to federal regulations, a background check will be conducted as a condition of employment.