The Assistantship:

Did you participate in the UC Education Abroad Program, UC Davis Quarter Abroad or UC Davis Summer Abroad? Would you like to share your experiences with students who are interested in studying abroad? As an EAC Student Assistant, you will help generate interest and enthusiasm among undergrads, facilitate their selection of a program, and help prepare them for their study abroad experience. This is an opportunity to further develop your office, leadership, and advising/counseling skills in a supportive and professional environment.

The EAC student assistant is a key player in assuring that student clients are served and office projects are completed in a timely and accurate manner. As the first point of contact, you will greet and refer clients to the appropriate resources, answer phones, and make appointments for the EAC’s faculty and staff.

You will assist with setting up and maintaining student applicant files and copying and coordinating required student documents. You will prepare resource materials for presentations, meetings, and office displays, and participate in outreach activities such as disseminating publicity materials and assisting in oral presentations. You will work as part of a committed team of peers and professionals in a dynamic deadline-driven environment, and you will gain skills which will promote your personal and professional growth.

Additionally, each student assistant will have specific responsibilities while at the EAC. Students will specialize in one of the following areas: UC Davis Summer Abroad, UC Davis Quarter Abroad, Academic Integration, Front Desk Advising, EAP/NUCSA.

Student assistants also have the option of gaining 1 to 4 variable EAP 192 (Internship in Education Abroad) units. In order to receive these units, EAC Student Assistants will be expected to design an internship project of their choice under supervision of their EAC staff mentor. This project should relate to the EAC Student Assistant’s interest in international education, their Major or Minor, or any of their duties at the EAC, and may vary in size and scope. At the conclusion of the internship, EAC Student Assistants will report on their project and learning objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first point of contact for EAC clients (faculty, staff, parents, prospective students, senior administration, and others), in-person, telephone and e-mail. Provide excellent customer service to each individual who visits the EAC
• Discuss EAP, UCDQA, UCDSA and other study abroad programs with student clients
• Participate in EAC outreach activities and events including classroom presentations, panels, workshops, information meetings, and tabling events
• Under the direct supervision of the Outreach Coordinator and EAC staff, assist with all aspects of student recruitment, applications, selection and pre-departure procedures for EAC study abroad programs
• Maintain all resource materials to assure student access to materials in the EAC reception area and for outreach activities and events
• Provide administrative/clerical support to EAC staff
• Complete special projects as assigned
• Independently research program requirements and deadlines in order to stay current with changing information

Requirements:

• Attend a mandatory 4-day training session on September 15 -- 18, 2009
• Recent participation in a study abroad program
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service to a variety of clients
• Demonstrated ability to speak effectively to groups
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to follow directions
• Ability to work in an environment with changing priorities and many interruptions
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with a diverse student population
• Demonstrated skill and experience with computer technology, including the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with web maintenance, database software, and photo editing programs preferred.
• Ability to work 13 to 17 hours per week including occasional overtime, evenings, and weekends
• Attendance of weekly staff meetings

Salary:

Download the Student Assistant application by clicking here.