Posting Information
Department Study Abroad \- 313800
Career Area Student Services
Posting Open Date 04/29/2026
Application Deadline 05/04/2026
Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Study Abroad Program Assistant
Position Number 20065015
Vacancy ID S027240
Full\-time/Part\-time Part\-Time Temporary
Hours per week 30
Work Schedule
Varies based on program itinerary.
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $25\.00 per hour
Proposed Start Date 05/25/2026
Estimated Duration of Appointment 2 months or less
Position Information
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Study Abroad Office (SAO) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the primary unit charged with study abroad program development, oversight, and advising. SAO creates transformative global learning experiences for all students to pursue their Carolina education at sites around the world. UNC Chapel Hill is a national leader in study abroad participation and ranks in the top 10 among all U.S. higher education institutions for annual study abroad enrollment. Based within the College of Arts \& Sciences, the office oversees study abroad and domestic study programs that enroll students from the College as well as other UNC Schools. Programs include student exchange, direct\-enroll, partner provider, and UNC faculty\-led programs, and educational opportunities that encompass traditional courses, internships, research, service and virtual programs. The SAO employs a staff of approximately 20 fulltime professionals and manages a recharge center and total budget of $30MM, consisting of $15MM in cash and an additional $15MM in expense transactions. The Study Abroad Office serves over 2500 outgoing undergraduate students plus over 300 incoming students from UNC’s global partners. The office collaborates with academic and administrative units throughout the College, as well as with other UNC schools in support the University’s global mission. The Office is affiliated with UNC Global and is located in the FedEx Global Education Center. Though based within the College of Arts \& Sciences, the office serves as a resource for the entire Carolina community.
Position Summary
Honors Burch in Berlin (National Intelligence) employs UNC alumni to serve as mentors for the students on the program. The mentors support the faculty with the academic portion of the program, support the students with their local knowledge of the location and language, and serve an additional risk management role in cases of emergencies on the ground. They also assist the students in their cultural immersion activities to help them learn more about the countries they are visiting in the short program.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Management Preferences
Experience with local language and culture.
Customer service orientation
Student support experience
Effective communication skills
UNC alumni
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.