Job Details

Education Abroad and IPP Engagement Coordinator

Position Number: 9767991
Location: Bowling Green, United States
Position Type: International Programs

Education Abroad and IPP Engagement Coordinator

Bowling Green State University

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time
Division: Enrollment Management
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Location: Main Campus (BG), OH
Job Number: BGSU01888
Department: Enrollment Management
Closing: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Summary

The Education Abroad and IPP Engagement Coordinator supports the university's international education goals through education abroad advising, partnership and agreement administration, and the development of programs and events that enhance global engagement across campus. The coordinator serves as a primary resource for students pursuing international opportunities, assists with the management of international agreements and partner relationships, and coordinates events that promote intercultural learning, international education, and global engagement.

Essential Functions

Education Abroad Advising and Student Support

Advise prospective and participating students regarding education abroad opportunities, application processes, program selection, financial aid considerations, and pre-departure requirements.
Assist students in identifying programs that align with academic, career, and personal goals.
Review and process education abroad applications and supporting documentation.
Coordinate student outreach and recruitment efforts to increase participation in education abroad programs.
Conduct individual advising appointments, classroom presentations, information sessions, and orientation programs.
Support risk management, health and safety protocols, and participant compliance requirements.
Maintain accurate student records and data within institutional databases and education abroad management systems.

International Agreements and Partnerships

Support the development, execution, renewal, and maintenance of international partnership agreements, including memoranda of understanding (MOUs), exchange agreements, and other collaborative arrangements.
Maintain the university's database of international agreements and partnership records.
Monitor agreement renewal timelines and communicate with internal and external stakeholders regarding required updates.
Assist in coordinating communication with international partner institutions.
Assist with tracking partnership activities and prepare reports on partnership outcomes and engagement.
Collaborate with academic departments and administrative units to support partner-related initiatives and exchanges

Event Programming

Alongside Assistant Director, plan, coordinate, and implement educational, cultural, and engagement programs that support international efforts.
Coordinate logistics for workshops, orientations, receptions, awareness campaigns, study abroad fairs, and international education events.
Collaborate with campus partners, student organizations, faculty, and community stakeholders to develop engaging programming.
Promote events through marketing, social media, web content, and communication campaigns.
Manage event registration, participant communications, facilities reservations, vendors, and budget tracking.
Evaluate program outcomes and prepare assessment reports to support continuous improvement.

Administrative Support and Assessment

Collect, analyze, and report data related to education abroad participation, partnership activity, and engagement programming.
Assist with departmental communications, website updates, publications, and promotional materials.
Support strategic initiatives and special projects related to international education and global engagement.
Participate in professional development opportunities and represent the office at institutional events and professional conferences as appropriate.

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following Degree is required:

Bachelor's Degree.

The following Experience is required:

1 year of Higher Education experience advising education abroad students

The following Minimum Qualifications are preferred:

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in International Studies, Higher Education Leadership, Cultural Studies/Language, College Student Personnel, Management, Marketing.

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Evidence of knowledge of education abroad student advising and experience working with the Terra Dotta database.

Deadline to Apply: August 31, 2026

Required Application Materials & Evaluation

Experience must be fully documented on the official application.
The application will be used to evaluate if candidates meet the minimum requirements for the position and for consideration when determining starting pay rate.
Experience requirements are inclusive of relevant professional experience, or experience attained through relevant internships, co-ops, student employment positions, or graduate assistantships.

Uploads

Required: Resume (for supplemental information only)
Optional: Cover Letter

Essential Requirement: Work Authorization

BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

EEOC Know Your Rights

OCRC Know Your Rights

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To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/bgsu/jobs/5450223/education-abroad-and-ipp-engagement-coordinator

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