International Student Leadership Team

Job Title
International Student Leadership Team


Requisition Number
DU12790


Department Name
8Z300:UK International Center


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Salary Range
12.00 per hour


Type of Position
Student


Position Time Status
Part-Time


Required Education

Must be an undergraduate student at UK in good academic and disciplinary standing with a GPA of at least 2.5



Required Related Experience

Demonstrated public speaking, organizational, communication and coordinating skills.



Required License/Registration/Certification

NA



Physical Requirements

Able to climb stairs and walk across campus. Lift 25 pounds and work at a computer.



Shift

Up to 7 hours per week as needed



Job Summary

The International Student Leadership Team consists of students who are interested in working with the UK International Center, International Student & Scholar Services and other departments on-campus in the many aspects of their work with international students. These student leaders will help promote events and programs, provide important services to UK students, and serve as peer mentors by assisting international students with their academic, cultural, and social adjustment to the United States & the University of Kentucky.

Responsibilities:
—Attend all training sessions;
—Commit to the role and responsibilities for the 2025 calendar year including orientation.
Spring 2025 Orientation: January 7-10, 2025;
Fall 2025 Orientation: August 16-20, 2025
—Execute international student orientation through facilitating presentations, leading small groups, and planning social events
—Actively participate in weekly meetings & hold weekly office hours: approximately 7 hours per week

—Support the ISSS by encouraging participation in and assisting with the coordination of cultural and academic programs



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Support the University and relate well with faculty, administrators, parents, and new students;
Must demonstrate integrity, responsibility, confidence, compassion, flexibility, and cultural sensitivity;
Possess the character, attitude, and academic success that serves as a good role model;
Must be able to meet responsibilities associated with the position.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
11/01/2024


Our University Community

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