Regional Enrollment Coordinator

Job Opportunity: Regional Enrollment Coordinator

Location: Stamford, CT (Hybrid)

Salary Range: $50,000-$55,000

About AIFS Abroad

At AIFS, we bring the world together through transformative international education. Since 1964, we've helped over 1.6 million participants engage in cultural exchange and educational programs worldwide. AIFS Abroad offers study abroad opportunities, customized faculty-led programs, international internships, and career readiness initiatives across 20+ countries and online. We are a division of the American Institute For Foreign Study Inc., our parent company.

Our Team Culture

We are a mission-focused team committed to delivering high-quality international education programs. Our work environment is collaborative, transparent, and supportive of professional growth. We encourage idea-sharing, continuous learning, and personal development, using tools like CliftonStrengths to help team members build on their individual capabilities.

Position Summary

As a Regional Enrollment Coordinator, you'll be the first point of contact for prospective students, parents, and university partners. You'll guide students through our study abroad and internship enrollment process and build strong relationships with universities in your assigned region. Your work will directly contribute to organizational growth and student success.

Compensation:

Base Salary: $50,000 - $55,000

Total Compensation Potential: $65,000+ (base salary plus commission)

Key Responsibilities

Student Enrollment (70%)

• Engage with applicants to guide them through the enrollment process
• Conduct internship enrollment interviews and offer personalized support
• Advise study abroad applicants on requirements and documentation
• Communicate with students, parents, and partners via phone and email
• Keep accurate records using our CRM system (HubSpot)

University Relations (25%)

• Collaborate with University Relations teams to support institutional partners
• Serve as a key point of contact for advisors in your region
• Assist with virtual and in-person events: webinars, orientations, career sessions, study abroad fairs
• Analyze enrollment trends and share insights with university partners

Marketing & Data Support (5%)

• Assist with data collection and analysis to support strategic decisions
• Support marketing campaigns and outreach efforts for target institutions

Success in the Role

• 30 days in: You're trained and actively engaging with applicants
• 60 days in: You've started meeting with university partners
• 90 days in: You're managing a full caseload and confident in the process
• 1 year in: You've helped increase regional enrollment by 3%

You'll be evaluated on:

• Enrollment conversion rates and achievement of individual/team goals
• Quality of applicant support and communication
• Collaboration with your regional team
• Efficiency, innovation, and organization

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor's degree
• 2+ years in a professional setting (sales, university administration, or similar preferred)
• At least two continuous months abroad (study, travel, or work)
• Strong interpersonal, phone, and written communication skills
• Commitment to diversity and supporting underrepresented student groups
• High level of organization and comfort working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work from Stamford, CT office 2 days/week

Preferred:

• Experience in a sales role or university setting
• Familiarity with HubSpot CRM
• Studied at or worked with institutions in your assigned region
• Working proficiency in Spanish
• Former AIFS participant or international education experience

Recruitment Process

• Submit Your Application: Apply through the AIFS Careers website.
• Initial Phone Screen: A brief 15-30-minute call to review your background and answer any initial questions.
• First Interview: A 60-90-minute video interview with a panel of AIFS team members.
• Final Interview(s): One or two conversations with AIFS leadership to dive deeper into your experience and fit.
• Offer: If selected, you'll receive an official offer via email.

What We Offer

• Purposeful Work: Help shape life-changing international experiences
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a supportive and engaged team committed to shared success
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings options, generous PTO, including holidays and sick/wellness days, and more.

Ready to help students see the world and shape their future? Apply today.

Equal Opportunity Employer: AIFS /AIFS Abroad provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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