Intl Student Support Asst at University of South Carolina

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University of South Carolina is hiring an Intl Student Support Assistant. This role manages immigration advising for F-1 and J-1 international students, facilitating workshops on employment authorization and coordinating with campus partners to meet student needs promptly.

Highlights

Serve as Designated School Official (DSO) for F-1 student visa advising and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for J-1 students.
Provide primary contact support for prospective, incoming, and current sponsored international students on immigration, enrollment, and engagement issues.
Assist with planning and conducting workshops on CPT and OPT employment authorizations; manage STEM OPT reporting.
Collaborate on office projects supporting international students and align with department strategic goals.
Proficiency required in MS Excel, database management software, and strong word processing skills.
Strong ability to prioritize tasks, communicate effectively with a diverse clientele, and work collaboratively.
Compensation is $27 per hour for a full-time position (37.5 hours/week, Monday through Friday, with some schedule flexibility required).
Position reports to Global Carolina's International Student and Scholar Support office within the Division of Academic Affairs and Provost.
Employment period from November 9, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
University offers benefits for temporary employees working 30+ hours per week, including health, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and retirement programs.

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Posting Summary

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Posting Number	TMP02550PO26
Job Code Title	Student Services Program Coordinator II
Advertised Title	Intl Student Support Asst
Campus	Columbia
College/Division	Division of Academic Affairs and Provost
Department	PROV Global Carolina
Salary	$27/hr
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Job Search Category	Other Professional

About USC

About University of South Carolina	From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable 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.

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable 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.

Benefits for Temporary Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary	The International Student Support Assistant position is a key part of Global Carolina’s International Student and Scholar Support office. This position serves as the main contact for a cohort of the F-1 and J-1 international student population on immigration matters and topics such as travel, enrollment, work authorization, and program extensions. The International Student Support Assistant will also help facilitate educational workshops on employment authorization and liaise with campus partners to ensure international student needs are being met in a timely manner.
Qualifications	Proficient in MS Excel and database management software Strong word processing skills Ability to coordinate and prioritize competing tasks Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with the general publicand work as a team member Ability to deal effectively with the public in handling inquiries and the ability to communicate effectively with a culturally diverse clientele

Advertised Job Summary

The International Student Support Assistant position is a key part of Global Carolina’s International Student and Scholar Support office. This position serves as the main contact for a cohort of the F-1 and J-1 international student population on immigration matters and topics such as travel, enrollment, work authorization, and program extensions. The International Student Support Assistant will also help facilitate educational workshops on employment authorization and liaise with campus partners to ensure international student needs are being met in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Proficient in MS Excel and database management software
Strong word processing skills
Ability to coordinate and prioritize competing tasks
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with the general publicand work as a team member
Ability to deal effectively with the public in handling inquiries and the ability to communicate effectively with a culturally diverse clientele

Job Duties

Job Duty	F-1 Student Visa Advisor: Serves as Designated School Official (DSO) with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Communicates effectively and consults with other advisors to ensure consistent practices. Processes F-1 student immigration advising and needs based on knowledge of federal, state, and institutional policies.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	35

Job Duty	Sponsored Student Support: Serves as primary contact for prospective, incoming, and current sponsored international students providing information about the university, admissions process, immigration compliance, programming coordination, and opportunities for engagement on campus and in the community.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	25

Job Duty	J-1 Student Visa Advisor: Serves as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) with the U.S. Department of State, Serves a primary contact for J-1 student visa needs. Works with Immigration Manager to support other J-1 visa holders on an as-needed basis.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	15

Job Duty	Employment Authorization Management: Assists with the planning and implementation of CPTandOPTworkshops. Serves as contact forSTEMOPTreporting.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	15

Job Duty	Team Support and Management: Assists office staff with a variety of collaborative projects related to international students and affiliates at the university as well as the strategic goals and mission of the department.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	11/09/2026
Proposed End Date	06/30/2027
Job Open Date	10/23/2026
Job Close Date	10/30/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicant	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.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/215015
EEO Statement	The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL	No
Hazardous weather category	Non-Essential

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have experience working in a university international office or an immigration law firm?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have experience tracking, analyzing, interpreting and implementing US government regulations, and in particular any experience with US immigration regulations?
- Yes
- No

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Resume
List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

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