Interested in helping other students go abroad? Apply for a position in the Education Abroad office today!
Education Abroad offers several student leadership opportunities for those who want to share their global experience and support other students considering study abroad. From peer advising to outreach and student leadership, these roles help strengthen Temple’s global community.
Learn more about each opportunity below and find the role that’s right for you.
Peer Advisors are student leaders who are professional, approachable, and passionate about the value of study abroad. In this paid role, Peer Advisors work closely with Education Abroad staff to support students exploring international programs and navigating the study abroad process.
Peer Advisors interact with students daily, sharing insights about programs, promoting global opportunities, and helping others take the first steps toward studying abroad. This position offers valuable experience in advising, outreach, communication, and professional development while working with a team of globally minded students and staff. Selected Peer Advisors should expect to work in-person 10-15 hours per week.
Assist students exploring study abroad programs and the application process
Support outreach efforts such as information sessions, events, and classroom presentations
Help develop promotional materials and contribute to marketing initiatives
Assist with daily office operations, including responding to inquiries and supporting projects
Sophomores or juniors, with the goal of serving in the role for up to two years
Students who studied abroad at Temple Rome, Temple Japan (Kyoto), or Temple in Spain
Students who are available to begin working in the fall semester
View the full position description and contact us at study.abroad@temple.edu with any questions.
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Study Abroad Ambassadors are student volunteers who are passionate about sharing their study abroad experiences and encouraging other students to start their own journey abroad. Ambassadors help promote Temple's overseas campuses and other Education Abroad programs across campus by connecting with students who are exploring programs and encouraging them to consider studying abroad.
This role provides an opportunity to continue reflecting on your own experience abroad while developing communication, leadership, and presentation skills alongside other globally minded students.
Ambassadors can expect to:
Share their study abroad experiences with students considering programs
Act as a peer resource for students exploring or preparing to study abroad
Support outreach efforts such as information sessions, fairs, and special events
Submit a brief reflection project highlighting what made studying abroad meaningful to you and why it matters. This may include compiling photos or content created while abroad, writing a short reflection, or participating in an interview with a Peer Advisor.
The Education Abroad Student Advisory Committee supports Education Abroad’s Mission, Vision, and Values by providing student perspectives, ideas, and feedback on programs, services, and outreach. Committee members work together to recommend ways to strengthen and expand global opportunities for Temple students.
This committee serves as a formal student body that collaborates with Education Abroad staff to improve and grow Temple’s study abroad offerings. Students do not need to have studied abroad to apply. We welcome students who have studied abroad, plan to study abroad, or who are simply interested in global education and want to help shape these opportunities for the Temple community.
Student Advisory Committee members can expect to:
Provide feedback and recommendations on Education Abroad programs, services, and initiatives
Collaborate with other students to brainstorm ideas that improve global opportunities at Temple
Attend three meetings per semester and commit to participating for one academic year
Complete a brief end-of-semester wrap-up activity
The committee includes undergraduate students from across Temple’s schools and colleges who represent a wide range of majors, class years, interests, and perspectives.
All students interested in making an impact on Education Abroad are encouraged to apply.
Applications open in March for the following academic year.
