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Northwestern University · 3 days ago

International Scholar Advisor

Evanston, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$55K/yr - $58K/yr

1+ years exp

Northwestern University is seeking an International Scholar Advisor to support international scholars in J-1, H-1B, E-3, and TN status. The Advisor will ensure regulatory compliance, advise on immigration regulations, and provide workshops for scholars and stakeholders within the university community.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Interpret, monitor and advise on relevant federal immigration regulations as they pertain to J-1, H-1B, E-3, TN and other employment-based immigration statuses in the Northwestern context

Process scholar immigration requests, receive scholar and department appointments, respond to electronic inquiries and other advising tasks

Ensure data integrity and regulatory compliance within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) and the Terra Dotta portal

Provide workshops for scholars and other stakeholders within the university community related to immigration advising, including, but not limited to: Homebase usage, employment authorization, travel abroad and visa acquisition, maintenance of visa status and others

Liaise with assigned departments, units and assigned scholars on both the Evanston and Chicago campuses

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Visa categories knowledgeSEVIS system proficiencyImmigration regulations expertiseInternational education experienceMultitaskingCommunication skillsDetail orientedAdaptabilityConflict managementInitiative

Required

Bachelor's degree

1-2 years of experience in international education

Knowledge of visa categories (F, J, H-1B, E-3, TN) and federal regulations

Must be U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident, meet Department of Homeland Security Designated School Official requirements

Ability to work with teams in an outcome-based environment

Ability to manage confidential information

Demonstrated ability to communicate across cultures

COLL-collegiality

COMP-Computer Proficiency

COW-Communication Oral and Written

EN- Ethics and Integrity

INT-Initiative

MUT-Multitasking

DTO-Detail Oriented

Preferred

Master's in a relevant field

2-3 years of direct experience with international students and scholars

ADP-Adaptability

COM-Conflict Management

CONCEPTU-Conceptual Ability

Benefits

Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans

Retirement benefits

Tuition discounts

Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care

Employee career development

Tools and resources for developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education

Company

Northwestern University

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Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.

Founded in 1851

Evanston, Illinois, USA

5001-10000 employees