Graduate Assistant - Study Abroad Office

Position Title Graduate Assistant (GA) – 20 hours per week, up to 24 credits of tuition and student fee waivers (9 for fall, 9 for spring, 6 for summer). Position Description BSU Study Abroad seeks a Graduate Assistant for the 2026-2027 academic year to support student success and participation in study abroad programs. The GA will assist staff with program and academic advising, student enrollment, outreach, and various administrative tasks. Responsibilities Serve as the office’s first point of contact: answering phone calls, assisting with student walk‑ins, managing departmental email inbox, and scheduling appointments. Help prepare for campus‑wide events: ordering flyers, tracking sign‑ups, and promoting through Student or Community Announcements, EngageBSU, etc. Process new and existing study abroad applications via the study abroad software platform. Manage enrollment for faculty‑led travel courses and submission of student applications. Participate in office advising through information sessions, tabling, drop‑in hours, or advising appointments. Assist with classroom presentations, workshops, or office hours with campus partners as needed. Manage communication between study abroad and other departments on campus. Assist with other student outreach and marketing efforts. Preferred Qualifications Commitment to international education and promoting student study abroad opportunities. Experience with study abroad and/or international travel. Willingness to work collaboratively in a team environment and learn new skills. Experience presenting to a group. Effective time management, sound judgment, and attention to detail. Basic computer skills and willingness to learn enrollment management software. Experience with data collection. Physical Demands Office environment: prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and frequent typing. Workshop and/or event duties: lifting promotional and swag materials, bending, walking, or standing during events. Eligibility Conditions Employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E‑Verify employer. EEO Statement Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition or any other characteristic protected by law. Compensation Hourly Rate: $15 Posting Number Stu05877P Application Dates Open Date: [To be provided] – Close Date: [To be provided] #J-18808-Ljbffr Bridgewater Bagel & Coffee