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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Global Experiences Coordinator. The role involves supporting students in selecting and preparing for global learning experiences by serving as a resource on programs, policies, and procedures, promoting opportunities, guiding scholarship applications, and coordinating with partners to develop and implement programs. The Coordinator also functions as a liaison to academic colleges while reporting to the Director of the Global Experiences Office.

Highlights

Support student selection and preparation for global experiential learning opportunities at home and abroad.
Serve as a resource to students, parents, and university community regarding programs, policies, and procedures.
Promote global learning opportunities and guide students through program and scholarship applications.
Coordinate with partners to develop and implement global programs.
Work as liaison or embedded staff with one or more academic colleges.
Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree and one year professional experience in relevant fields or Master’s degree as substitute, effective listening and mentoring skills, strong organization and planning, international experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree, experience with Education Abroad Programs and global engagement, marketing and event planning skills, familiarity with Terra Dotta software or similar, multilingual skills, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Requires criminal history background check.
Starting salary minimum of $43,000 per year.
Benefits include paid time off, comprehensive insurance, employee and dependent scholarship programs, and retirement plans with university match.

Global Experiences Coordinator Full Description

Global Experiences Coordinator

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Position Information

Working Title | Global Experiences Coordinator
Department | Global Experiences Office-0901
Requisition Number | S_260355
Posting Open Date | 05/21/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 06/01/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Global Experiences Office (formerly Education Abroad Office), a Global Affairs unit within Academic Affairs, is expanding its focus to include a variety of global experiential learning opportunities at home and abroad. The Coordinator provides comprehensive support by helping students select and prepare for global learning experiences. Responsibilities include serving as a resource to students, parents, and the University community on programs, policies, and procedures; promoting opportunities and guiding students through program and scholarship applications; and coordinating with partners to develop and implement programs.

This position is part of a team and reports to the Director of Global Experiences Office, but also works with one or more academic colleges as a liaison or embedded staff member.

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education Generous retirement plans with university match Learn more about working for UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree and one year of professional work experience in international education, student affairs, multi-cultural affairs, academic advising, or related field. Master’s degree can substitute for the one year of professional work experience. Effective listening and mentoring skills. Strong organization and planning skills are essential. Experience studying, living, working, or volunteering abroad, extensive international travel for other purposes may be considered. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft products (Excel, Word, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications | Master’s Degree preferred. Experience working with Education Abroad Programs, international exchanges, and global engagement opportunities. Experience with marketing, event planning, and/or public speaking. Familiarity in Terra Dotta software or proven ability to learn another complex software program and develop creative technological solutions. Knowledge of Ed Abroad Programs, international exchanges, and global engagement opportunities. Skillset and ability to market, event plan and/or speak to audiences publicly. Language proficiency other than English. Experience with data management and reporting. Working with confidential information. Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and demonstrated commitment to successfully supporting diverse student populations.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | No
Physical Required | No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes
Posted Salary | $43,000/yr. minimum
How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Marnie Nelson
mnelson38@unl.edu
402-472-5358
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) |
Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: | 7/1/2026
Appointment End Date |

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