International Student Leadership Team
Job Title
International Student Leadership Team
Requisition Number
DU15204
Department Name
1B001:UK International Center
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
12.00 per hour
Type of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
Must be an undergraduate student at UK in good academic and disciplinary standing with a GPA of at least 2.5
Required Related Experience
Demonstrated public speaking, organizational, communication and coordinating skills.
Required License/Registration/Certification
NA
Physical Requirements
Able to climb stairs and walk across campus. Lift 25 pounds and work at a computer.
Shift
Up to 7 hours per week as needed
Job Summary
The International Student Leadership Team consists of students who are interested in working with the UK International Center, International Student & Scholar Services and other departments on-campus in the many aspects of their work with international students. These student leaders will help promote events and programs, provide important services to UK students, and serve as peer mentors by assisting international students with their academic, cultural, and social adjustment to the United States & the University of Kentucky.
Responsibilities:
—Attend all training sessions.
—Commit to the role and responsibilities for the 2027 calendar year including orientation.
- Spring 2027 Orientation: January 5-10
- Fall 2027 Orientation: August 14-22
—Execute international student orientation through facilitating presentations, leading small groups, and planning social events
—Actively participate in weekly meetings & hold weekly office hours: approximately 7 hours per week
—Support the ISSS by encouraging participation in and assisting with the coordination of cultural and academic programs
Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Support the University and relate well with faculty, administrators, parents, and new students;
Must demonstrate integrity, responsibility, confidence, compassion, flexibility, and cultural sensitivity;
Possess the character, attitude, and academic success that serves as a good role model;
Must be able to meet responsibilities associated with the position.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
11/13/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.