Working Title: Student LINKer (6 positions open) - 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 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? No

Beginning Review Date: 04/15/2025

About JMU:

Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

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 orientation and advising on programming for the international student community for the 2025-26 year. ISSS is looking for students who are globally minded, thoughtful, and engaging to join our team!

After an on-site training, LINKers will welcome new international students to campus in mid-August and guide them through their first few days at JMU. Throughout the semester, LINKers will create and run various social events and assist with other ISSS programming for the international student community.

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 2 online Zoom sessions over the summer.
- Attend a 2-day orientation training in August (August 13-14; must arrive in Harrisonburg by August 12).
- During orientation, 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 the ISSS staff 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 monthly, in-person meetings (3 per semester) with ISSS staff to brainstorm programming for the international student community.

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 few virtual meetings over the summer, returning to campus mid-August, and running through May.
- Be available on specific dates (such as arriving early on-campus on August 12, 2025, and in mid-January 2026 to prepare for the international orientation program and related events/programs).

Additional Posting Information:

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).

Students must have a 2.0 or better cumulative GPA.

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.