International Student Advisor – Provost Office

WashU IT

International Student Advisor providing immigration compliance services to international students at Washington University. Ensuring adherence to federal regulations and supporting successful integration into the university.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeSt. Louis • Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $49,700 - $82,100 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supports the academic and research mission of WashU by advising and providing services to international students on immigration compliance.
Provides individualized advising to international students on immigration matters, including maintenance of status, enrollment and employment requirements, extensions, travel and reentry, program changes, and related issues.
Serves as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) and ensures institutional compliance with federal immigration regulations.
Prepares and processes immigration requests and associated documentation for university sponsored F‑1 or J‑1 statuses.
Consults with OISS senior advisors and/or associate directors on complex issues affecting international students.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident and provide proof of status.
Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) within six months of start date (training provided).
Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex regulations and to communicate them clearly.
1+ years of experience in International Advising.
Preferred: Demonstrated experience serving as a DSO and/or ARO, with hands on SEVIS experience.
Preferred: Experience working with F 1 and J 1 students and scholars and familiarity with J scholar and H 1B processes.
Strong knowledge of U.S. immigration regulations related to F 1, J 1, and H 1B classifications and related employment authorizations.
Cross cultural communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to convey complex or adverse information in a clear, empathetic, and professional manner.
Proven ability to manage multiple cases and projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, starting at 7%.
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
Family care resources and coverage for tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years.

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Hard Skills & Tools

immigration complianceF-1 statusJ-1 statusSEVIS experienceemployment authorizationsregulation interpretationcase managementproject management

Soft Skills

cross cultural communicationclear communicationempathyprioritizationdeadline management

Certifications

Designated School Official (DSO)Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO)