Become an
Albany International
Representative!

 

Your international experience doesn’t have to end just because you returned home or graduated. Use your experience to make a positive impact at UAlbany and keep your study abroad adventure alive!

Albany International Representatives (AIRs) are students who wish to inform and inspire prospective education abroad students and help make their education abroad plans a reality. AIRs help to spread the word about education abroad in a variety of ways, including campus outreach, class presentations, special events, on social media, and more! Becoming an AIR will provide you with a platform to spread your contagious enthusiasm for education abroad.

As an AIR, you are encouraged to participate in as many areas you wish, but you must attend a minimum of 3 events each semester to commit to this program. The time commitment could range from 1 - 3 hours per week. This is an unpaid, volunteer position. 

AREAS OF INVOLVEMENT INCLUDE

• Participation in our annual Education Abroad Fairs (September & February)
• Organized on-campus outreach, such as information sessions, pre-departure orientations, classroom and residence hall visits, and tabling in the Campus Center or academic buildings
• Help with accepted students days, Admissions Open Houses, and other university-wide events
• Social media outreach & video interviews

WHAT YOU GAIN FROM THIS PROGRAM

The AIR program is an effective way to reconnect with your experience abroad while integrating yourself back into the UAlbany community. You get out of it what you put into it! 
 

• It’s a chance to talk (non-stop!) about your time abroad.
• You will meet new people who share your interests. You will work with other students who have recently gone abroad, you will be able to talk about and compare your experiences, while passing on your expertise to future students.
• You will have fun! The more involved everyone is, the more enjoyable it will be.
• You will gain valuable experience in peer mentoring, public speaking, presenting, marketing, event planning, and more!
• Boost your resume by gaining valuable work experience, and a potentially receive a positive reference letter
• You will help create a culture of education abroad at UAlbany and beyond!

TRAINING SESSIONS

You must attend training to be part of the AIRs program. 

Spring 2024 Training:
Pre-Education Abroad Fair Orientation Video - Before 1st Fair (February 7th)
AIRs In-Person Orientation - TBD