Study Abroad Peer Advisor

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Study Abroad Peer Advisor Department International Programs Job Description/Duties

• Giving classroom presentations (approx 15 - 20 minutes) about study abroad experiences
• Holding weekly office hours for drop-in student advising
• Creating promotional materials for the office
• Assisting with events such as the International Welcome Celebration and Study Abroad Fair
• Developing program guides for the study abroad programs
• Staffing informational tables
• Assist with student walk-ins as needed.
• Other projects as assigned

Days/Hours Needed

• 2-5 hours per week, depending on current office needs and events

Campus Location/Bldg.

Old Main, Room 219

Required Qualifications

• Must be a current SUNY Cortland student
• Student must be in good academic and judicial standing·
• Student must be a returned study abroad student
• Student must have effective communication and interpersonal skills and maintain a positive attitude
• Student must have a desire to work with students, faculty and staff

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong public speaking and communication skills
• Strong writing skills
• Possess an understanding of current social media trends and practices

Physical Demands Special Conditions for Eligibility

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and candidates will be invited for personal interviews via Webex, or in person, with International Programs Office staff before the start of the academic semester.

Contact Name(s) & Email(s)

Please contact the International Programs Office by email at studyabroad@cortland.edu or by phone at 607-753-2009 with any questions

Salary Grade A-$16.00/hr. Salary

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SA26018 Review Start Date Open Date 08/25/2026 Close Date 09/18/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

Please also note: while positions may be open and posted here on jobs.cortland.edu until their listed close date, positions may be filled on a rolling basis prior to this date.

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Class Schedule (Student Positions Only)

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter