National Taiwan University Office of International Affairs NTU Plus Academy Short-Term Program Student Advisor

Objective:

National Taiwan University's Office of International Affairs (NTUOIA) organizes short-term programs annually for international students, offering 3–8 weeks of professional learning and cultural experiences. For detailed program information, refer to the NTU Plus Academy Short-term Programs webpage.

To help students adapt to the environment and engage with Taiwan’s cultural heritage while interacting with locals, we recruit and train qualified NTU students to be our Student Advisors to guide the international students enrolled in the programs. Student Advisors will support participants with academic and daily life assistance, facilitate program activities, and coordinate cultural tours. Compensation and labor insurance are provided during the working period.

Recruitment Information:

Eligibility:
-Current NTU students.
-Experience in exchange programs or involvement in international activities is preferred.
-Must be able to commit to program timelines and schedules.
-Applicants should carefully evaluate their availability before applying. Consider your schedule before applying.
-Passionate about international student affairs, with a sense of purpose, practicality, and responsibility.
Required Skills and Qualities:
-Excellent proficiency in both Mandarin and English (essential). Students whose native language is not Mandarin should have proficiency in Chinese (equivalent to at least CEFR C1; Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL): Level 5); proficiency in other languages is a plus. Student advisors are responsible for tutoring and engaging participants in Chinese conversation practice.
-Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills; ability to independently plan and design activities.
-Enthusiastic, friendly, attentive, and responsible.
-Proficient in computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, web/video editing, or graphic design is preferred.
Work Hours and Compensation:
-Program preparation period (Dec-Jan): 20–40 hours/week, with flexible scheduling.
-During program execution and completion period (Feb–May): 8-20 hours/week, with flexible scheduling based on the event and individual class schedule.
-Hourly wage will be based on the Ministry of Labor's minimum wage and labor insurance provided.
Job Description:
-Pre-arrival communication with program participants.
-Arrange accommodation check-in/out, campus tours, and other welcome and farewell activities.
-Serving as a teaching assistant.
-Planning and executing activities (cultural activities, tours, one-day trip, and final presentation, etc).
-Assisting with administrative tasks.
Selection Process:
-Complete the online application and upload the following documents in PDF format:
1. Resume in Mandarin (one A4 page).
2. Resume in English (one A4 page).
3. Language proficiency certification(s).
Mandarin proficiency certification (for non-native Mandarin speakers).
English proficiency certification (for non-native English speakers).
4. Statement of Purpose (one A4 page, in Chinese or English).
-Application period: until November 11, 12:00 noon.
-Applicants who pass the document review will be notified of the interview. Those who do not pass will not be notified.
-Results will be notified via email by November 28, 5:00 PM.
-Contact Sendy Lin (ntuplusacademy@ntu.edu.tw) if you have further questions.
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