Leadership Program Application

We invite all interested students to apply for a leadership position in the International Leadership Program! We are looking for highly motivated and involved students, who are looking for opportunities to gain leadership skills and experience.

Benefits for International Student Leaders include:  

  • Leadership skills development
  • Hands-on involvement in the international community
  • Public speaking training and experience
  • Letters of recommendation for future employer/graduate school, pending performance
  • Compensation available for Orientation and Projects
  • Leadership training opportunities
  • Certificate of Completion

Eligibility Requirements include:·        

  • Be a current student in an undergraduate or graduate degree program (Can be international or a globally minded student passionate about helping international students)
  • Have at least a cumulative GPA 3.00
  • Be in good standing with the university
  • Be motivated to learn and engage with the SMU community
  • Have strong communication skills
  • Willingness to fully engage in the program and its activities
  • Availability to attend regular International Leader Trainings and mandatory events (with advanced notice)
  • This position is not eligible for remote work

Click here for the 2024-2025 ILP Application 

For questions on the International Student Leadership Program please contact Ana Reyna anar@smu.edu