Working Title: LINKer - IE

State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type: Institutional Employment

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Center for Global Engagement

Department: 100148 - CGE Administration

Pay Band: 

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $13.50 

Is this a JMU only position? N/A

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

Beginning Review Date: 03/23/2026

About JMU:

Situated in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52,000. Harrisonburg is conveniently located approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA.

JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and supportive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 21,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.

General Information:

The International Student and Scholar Services team (ISSS) in the Center for Global Engagement (CGE) seeks six (6) undergraduate students to serve as our LINKer team and assist ISSS with welcoming new international students to JMU, running a robust orientation, and advising on programming for the international student community for the 2026-27 year. ISSS is looking for students who are globally-minded, thoughtful, and who want to meet and engage with international students!

LINKers will attend training towards the end of the Spring 2026 semester and, over the summer, virtually welcome and help prepare and excite students for their JMU ahead. LINKers will attend a brief training in mid-August and then welcome new international students to campus for a 3-day orientation and guide them through their first few days at JMU. Throughout the semester, LINKers will create, run, and/or promote various social events and assist with other ISSS programming for the international student community. A select few LINKers will be asked to assist with a smaller orientation in mid-January 2027.

If you enjoy meeting people from around the world and want to help new students transition to life at JMU – become a LINKer! If you want to create meaningful programming for the international student community – become a LINKer! Want to make an impact on the lives of others? Apply to be a LINKer today!

Duties and Responsibilities:

-Attend in-person training in late Spring 2026
-Attend 2 online Zoom sessions over the summer
-Attend a 2-day orientation training in August
-During Fall & Spring semester ISSS orientations:
--Help facilitate group discussion, guide and lead groups of students to different locations (including move-in and shopping trips), and help answer general questions and concerns.
--Assist with orientation sessions - such as Immigration, Health Insurance, and Being Successful - by sharing your perspectives and experiences as they pertain to these issues.
--Debrief and provide feedback on your orientation experiences with ISSS staff
-Attend bi-weekly, in-person meetings with ISSS staff to create programming (3-4 events per semester), from brainstorming, marketing, and event logistics
-Facilitate and run events for the international student community, as well as assist ISSS staff with other ISSS programs throughout the year

Qualifications:

To be considered, candidates must:
-Have completed at least 2 semesters at JMU;
-Be in good standing: academic (2.5 cumulative GPA min.) and immigration, if applicable;
-Commit to two (2) semesters on the LINKer team, beginning with a training towards the end of the Spring 2026 term, a few virtual meetings over the summer, returning to campus mid-August 2026 for orientation, and returning to campus mid-January 2027 for orientation;
-Be available on specific dates (such as late April/early May training, arriving early on campus on August 10, 2026, and in mid-January 2027 to prepare for the international orientation program and related events/programs)

Additional Posting Information:

In your cover letter, answer the following questions:
--Why do you want to be a LINKer?
--Based on your JMU experiences, why would you be a great LINKer?
--What is one piece of advice you would give new international students during their first days or weeks on campus?

*Applicants submitted without these addressed will not be considered.

Conditions of Employment:  

Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or disability-svcs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the Office of Disability Services, located in the Student Success Center, Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.