International Student Advisor

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and International Student Advisor
• Advise students on immigration and visa-related matters via appointments, phone, video chat, and email
• Process immigration-related benefit applications including CPT, OPT, STEM Extensions, and program extensions
• Manage immigration record updates, SEVIS registration, and address reporting
• Conduct informational seminars on topics such as CPT and OPT
• Maintain and manage the International Student and Scholar Portal (Terra Dotta)
• Stay informed on changing immigration regulations and contribute to office policy documentation

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Law, Higher Education, International Relations, Social Work)
• 3+ years of experience in an international education exchange environment
• 3+ years of experience working with U.S. immigration regulations
• U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status (required for DSO/ARO regulatory compliance)
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
• In-depth knowledge of F and J immigration regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field
• Experience with SEVIS, PeopleSoft, or Oracle systems
• Experience with international education office software
• Second language fluency or cross-cultural educational background
• Participation in NAFSA: Association of International Educators

About the Company

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with a global footprint and over 150 years of history. Located in the heart of New York State, the university offers a diverse academic environment with more than 200 majors and a vibrant community of students and scholars from around the world.