The Study Abroad Student Advisor & Enrollment Coordinator plays a central role in supporting Expanish study abroad students throughout the full pre-arrival student journey, from initial inquiry through enrollment and preparation for arrival. This position is a core student support function within Expanish Study Abroad and is essential to fostering student learning, engagement, retention, and readiness.
The Advisor & Enrollment Coordinator serves as a primary point of contact for undergraduate students studying abroad with Expanish in Spain and Latin America, providing individualized guidance on program selection, academics, application requirements, housing, costs, and pre-arrival preparation. The role also requires close coordination with university partners and internal Expanish teams to ensure students are appropriately advised and institution-specific requirements are met.
This position is ideal for someone who is student-centered, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with a strong interest in international education and advising.
Serve as a primary advisor for prospective and admitted study abroad students, providing timely, accurate, and student-centered guidance throughout the recruitment and decision-making process.
Guide students through the study abroad application process, including application review, documentation support, and clear communication of admissions decisions and next steps.
Prepare accepted students for their abroad experience through structured pre-arrival advising and orientation support, covering academics, housing, cultural adjustment, health and safety, and travel preparation.
Develop and maintain a working knowledge of partner university policies, academic requirements, and advising frameworks to ensure institutional alignment.
Communicate effectively with university study abroad offices, faculty, and internal teams to support student success and program integrity.
Coordinate with on-site academic, housing, and student services teams to support smooth pre-arrival planning and transitions.
Maintain accurate records, timely follow-up, and clear communication across the student lifecycle using established systems and workflows.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of advising practices, student communications, and operational processes.
Proficiency in English
2 years of experience in study abroad, international education, admissions, student advising, or a related student-facing role.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly to students.
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple students, timelines, and requirements simultaneously.
Strong student-centered approach and commitment to supporting student learning and success.
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments.
Native English speaker with experience living and working in the United States and navigating the U.S. higher education system.
Experience advising U.S. undergraduate students.
Familiarity with U.S. higher education structures, academic credit, and study abroad processes.
Knowledge of study abroad program models (faculty-led, semester, summer, internships).
Spanish proficiency.
Experience living, studying, or working abroad.
Students feel well-informed, supported, and prepared prior to arrival.
Applications are complete, accurate, and processed efficiently.
Strong alignment between student advising, university expectations, and program delivery.
Effective coordination with internal teams results in smooth pre-arrival transitions.
A positive advising experience that contributes to student satisfaction and retention.
Expanish is a boutique international education organization offering immersive study abroad and Spanish-language programs in Spain and Latin America, with study centers in Barcelona, Madrid, Málaga, Buenos Aires, and Costa Rica.
We work closely with universities, faculty, and students to design high-quality study abroad experiences grounded in academic rigor, cultural immersion, and strong on-the-ground student support. As a growing study abroad provider, Expanish combines U.S. higher education standards with local expertise and personalized service, allowing us to build meaningful, long-term partnerships with institutions around the world.
Joining Expanish means becoming part of a collaborative, mission-driven team committed to student learning, cross-cultural understanding, and responsible global education.