Summer Student Engagement Coordinator

Job no: 508920
Position type: Local Work Study Student Jobs
Location: Not Remote
Division/Equivalent: Community Partners
School/Unit: Wisconsin ESL Institute
Categories: Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Communications, Broadcasting, and Media Arts, Education and Training, Business Management, Finance, and Marketing, Nonprofit/Community-Based Organization, Customer Service, Summer Off-Campus Opportunities, Local Work-Study Required Student Jobs, Career Management

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Department Overview:

 Founded in 1981, WESLI (Wisconsin ESL Institute) has earned an excellent reputation in the Madison community and among universities and colleges for equipping international students with skills to succeed in competitive academic and professional environments and for providing a wonderful cross-cultural experience for our students. Today, WESLI offers over 30 courses across seven levels, an online English program, English for the workplace, and a TEFL certification program.

WESLI has a long history of a family-like atmosphere, as teachers and staff care about students personally while they assist them academically. Most staff members have lived abroad, speak one or more foreign languages, have years of experience teaching English, and have been at WESLI for more than 10 years. WESLI is a collaborative workplace with a team approach, which allows employees to grow in skills and responsibilities according to employees' performance and interests and WESLI’s needs.

Anticipated Start Date:

 6/18/25

Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):

 8/8/25

Remote Work Eligibility Detail:

Not Remote

 

Anticipated Hours Per Week:

 Minimum: 10 Maximum: 10

Schedule:

 This is a part-time (15 hr/wk average) position, a few days a week with likely weekends for activity excursions, with working hours generally between 10am and 9pm based at WESLI in Madison, Wisconsin. Some activities will be later in the day and will require afternoon or evening hours. This position will provide training on-site.

Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:

 Minimum: $15.00 Maximum: $20.00

Number of Positions:

 2

Qualifications:

 - Currently seeking undergraduate degree in education, international fields, community studies, or event planning
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
- 1-2 years of experience working with children and/or teen students.
- Some driving may be required. Applicants should have a valid driver license.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
-Knowledge of social media sites and how to post content
- Ability to work independently and take initiative in all areas of the job description.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a team.
- Ability to collect pictures and video
- Outgoing and comfortable working with diverse populations of international students.
- Excellent organization skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Successfully complete a background check.
- International experience (preferred, not required)
- Marketing or Social Media Training (preferred, not required)
- Experience learning a second language (preferred, not required)


To apply, submit your application online through the job application portal along with a resume and cover letter. You can email any questions to Daniel Wagner at study@wesli.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. To ensure consideration, please submit applications by 11:59pm on Sunday, May 18, 2025.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Must have at least a high school diploma.

Position Summary/Job Duties:

WESLI is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and friendly Student Engagement Coordinator (part-time) to join our dynamic team and help WESLI's international high students to engage locally while using their English. This position is seasonal with the employment period from June to August. The SE Coordinator will work under the direct supervision of the Student Services Coordinator. The Student Engagement Coordinator will work with WESLI’s Student Services Coordinator to plan and implement weekly activities in Madison and a few day trips in the region as well as work with WESLI’s Marketing Coordinator to assist in social media and outreach endeavors. Candidates should be independent problem solvers that enjoy finding creative solutions and possess the ability to communicate activity details clearly. The ideal candidate will be assertive, collaborative, and have excellent communication skills. Ideal experience for majors or students with experience in education, marketing, communications, event planning, or international education, but all major backgrounds are welcome to apply. The internship position represents an excellent opportunity for someone looking to join an innovative international education team and to further develop a career in international fields.

The purpose of this position is to engage with visiting and enrolled international students at the Wisconsin ESL Institute through various support services and to connect with students through regular communication.

Assist in preparation and planning of weekly activities, including hosting/ attending (60%)
- Plan weekly activities to engage students locally
- Track expenses and prepare/debrief any materials required
- Promote activity details to students and staff; Manage sign up lists

Collect pictures and videos and submit them to the marketing team (15%)
- Take pictures and videos at events and in classes
- Assist in developing and posting materials on social media

Responsible for reporting and checking in regularly with Student Services team and Marketing Coordinator (5%)
- Check in regularly with Student Services Coordinator
- Attend Student Services Team meetings and trainings
- Communicate with Marketing Coordinator on posts and future plans

Plan and implement a social media marketing strategy (10%)
- Create posts and videos for WESLI’s Instagram and TikTok
- Interact with current students to take videos and photos

Front Desk Tasks (10%)
- Assist with database clean up
- Research and update records
- Data entry tasks as assigned

Physical Demands:

Ability to stand, walk, and move around for extended periods.
Set-up and clean-up of materials and equipment as needed.
Lift up to at least 40lbs.

Institutional Statements:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu

Accommodation Statement:

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
 
 

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