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WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. Founded in 1967, the company offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service‑learning, study abroad, and sports to more than half a million students annually.

The Program Manager is responsible for advising, converting, and supporting students participating in WorldStrides Higher Education programs throughout a specific region. The Program Manager guides students from application through departure, ensuring a smooth, informed, and supportive journey to studying abroad while maintaining ongoing communication with students, families, and U.S. university partners.

• Provide high‑quality advising from application through program departure using established best practices.
• Maintain proactive communication via phone, email, and virtual meetings.
• Review and determine eligibility of student applications for designated program locations.
• Advise students on academics, course registration, host university expectations, housing, visas, budgeting, cultural preparation, and program logistics.

• Review course selection forms, academic documentation, and placement exams; manage accurate and highly detailed course information.
• Manage and update pre‑departure orientations for assigned locations.
• Prepare Arrival Guides and all pre‑departure materials for each student cohort.
• Support visa advising for destinations in coordination with internal teams.
• Track acceptance timelines, enrollment metrics, and withdrawals; use these insights to inform best practices.

• Communicate professionally with families and U.S. university partners regarding program details, expectations, and processes.
• Respond to on‑site incident reports in collaboration with regional teams and other internal stakeholders.
• Participate in the program‑wide on‑call rotation approximately once per year.

• Review program evaluations and work with the Team Lead on improvements.
• Support emerging projects, new program locations, and evolving responsibilities driven by enrollment trends.
• Optional domestic travel to support recruitment efforts and pre‑departure orientations at U.S. universities.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 1–3 years of professional experience preferred.
• Strong interest in international education and student development.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong phone presence.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Detail‑oriented with strong time‑management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to take on responsibilities beyond core tasks as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs (e.g., recruitment materials).
• Valid passport for international program support is needed.
• Friendly, positive, service‑oriented approach to student support.
• Experience living, studying, or working abroad.
• Previous experience in student advising, customer service, or administrative roles.
• Strong intercultural communication skills in a professional context.

• Fun & driven environment.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HSA with employer contribution, and generous 401k match.
• 10 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & up to 25 accrued PTO days to start – accrue up to 28 over 3 years, up to 4 mental health days per year, and 5 bereavement days.
• Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually.
• Opportunities for paid and discounted travel.
• Flexible work schedule providing on‑site, remote, and virtual office opportunities.
• Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council.
• Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave.
• Team Member Discount Program.

WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1, J‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J‑1 or F‑1 visas.