Academic and Career Preparation

Exchange Agent - Education Abroad

Description

Exchange Agents are ambassadors of the VIU Education Abroad Exchange Program. Through presentations, events, and promotional activities, Exchange Agents shared their international experiences and supported other VIU students in studying abroad on exchange.

Position Overview

Exchange Agents are ambassadors of the VIU Education Abroad Exchange Program. Through presentations, events and promotional activities, Exchange Agents share their international experiences and support other VIU students in studying abroad on exchange.

Participation in the program includes training & monthly meetings/professional development sessions, a place to share your experiences and adventures from abroad with like-minded, globally engaged students, the opportunity to enrich intercultural skills gained from studying abroad, recognition on the Co-Curricular Record (recognized activity), and a flexible list of engagement activities & the opportunity contribute creative ideas.

Graduate Attributes Associated

Students in this position will gain skills in collaboration, foundations for lifelong learning, integrative learning, local knowledge in a global context, oral communication, and intercultural perspective. 

Sign Up Directions

We are always looking for additions to our team and recruit new agents every Fall & Spring semester. Application forms will be available on our website 1 month before the start of a new semester. For more information, see International Education's Exchange Agent website or email educationabroad@viu.ca