Campus Internship: International Office Assistant

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This role is only open to current undergraduate students at the University of Leeds intending to undertake this position as a placement year as part of their degree.

Salary: Grade 4 (£23,700 - £25,138 p.a. depending upon experience)

This role will be based on the University campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Are you a current University of Leeds student looking for a placement year with an interest in international student recruitment? Would you like to gain valuable experience of working in the higher education sector with an international focus?

We are looking for a current Leeds undergraduate student to help deliver the University’s ambitious internationalisation plans. Our Internships are designed to enhance your employability and as such you will develop key skills and experience for your CV.

You will provide administrative support for the International Office, across both student recruitment and partnerships, creating a busy and varied workload. A high degree of professionalism combined with strong organisational skills are essential, together with a positive approach to team working.

As a first point of contact for many international enquiries, you will have strong awareness of cross-cultural issues and excellent communications skills to liaise with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

What are the benefits?

As an International Office Assistant, you will: 

• Enhance your employability skills in a professional office environment in an organisation recognised for its high quality of academic provision, commitment to excellence and good practice
• Gain valuable experience of working in the higher education sector with an international focus
• Develop key skills and experience for your CV, including team work, interpersonal and communication skills, initiative, organisation, high quality administration and project development

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance. 
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more! 

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Annica Murman,International Engagement and Communications Manager

Email: [email protected]  

Location:  Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service:  Professional Services
School/Institute:  International Office
Category:  Administrative and Clerical Support
Grade:  Grade 4
Salary:  £23,700 to £25,138 per annum
Post Type:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Fixed Term (until September 2025 - internship position)
Release Date:  Thursday 09 May 2024
Closing Date:  Tuesday 28 May 2024
Interview Date:  Wednesday 12 June 2024
Reference:  CSINT1038
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