Reporting to the Ireland Regional Director, the Internship Resident Director will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with potential internship hosts, and for identifying and securing suitable internship placements to strict deadlines. The RD, Internships will be responsible for the planning, pricing, budgeting, organisation and day to day operation of API's internship programmes in Dublin. This will include, but is not limited to, arranging student housing; design and delivery of on site orientations; organising and attending cultural activities, excursions and events for students and acting as a cultural coach to assist students in their cultural adaptation.
The Resident Director, Internships will also assist in pricing, planning and running of customised programs for US partner universities. This includes researching and developing possible itineraries, pricing of transportation, hotels, meals and activities, identifying and booking guest lecturers and classroom space and other such requests.
The Resident Director, internships will manage student, parent, university and employer expectations while working to ensure high levels of customer service are maintained across all API programmes. They will also share 24-hour emergency duties with other in-country API team members. This job description is considered a guide to the position and should not be considered exhaustive.
Requirements
Live in Dublin
University Degree in a relevant discipline
An interest and knowledge of Irish history and culture
Sensitivity to student needs and cultural differences
A commitment to education and study abroad
Excellent written and spoken communication, time management and organisational skills
Ability to multi-task and work to strict deadlines
Ability to work independently and on own initiative
A positive can-do attitude
Flexibility and willingness to assist across other areas and programmes when required
Preferable
Sales/recruitment experience
Event management experience
Experience in similar role
Experience working to strict deadlines
Experience of living or working abroad
Professional or academic experience with international students
Use of a car & full driving licence
To Apply:
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role along with an up to date CV demonstrating relevant experience to emilie.noble@apiabroad.com no later than Wednesday 22 December. References will be required.
Expected start date: January 2022