students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
Advertised Job Summary
The Senior International Student Advisor is a key part of Global Carolina's International Student and Scholar Support office. This position serves as the primary advisor to the F-1 and J-1 international student population on the subjects of maintaining immigration compliance as well as international travel, full-time enrollment, work authorization, and program extensions. This position also focuses on employment authorization education through the facilitation of employment workshops and serves as a liaison with campus partners to ensure international student needs are met in a timely manner.
Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Banner, Ellucian software, and SEVIS databases.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with diverse clientele of a predominantly non-native English-speaking population
- Fluency in Microsoft Word and Outlook, with a strong working knowledge of Excel
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Strong word processing skills
- Ability to coordinate and prioritize competing tasks
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with the general public and as a team member
- Ability to handle public inquiries effectively and communicate with culturally diverse clientele
Job Close Date
10/08/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by October 8, 2026.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
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To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213679
EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
