Your Role:
We are seeking a passionate and culturally aware Resident Advisor (RA) to join our team.
The RA will live in the residence hall with first-year undergraduate students from universities in the United States (18-20 years old), serving as a cultural mentor who helps them integrate into the local culture and community. The RA will be available to students, providing support and acting as a role model, while organizing weekly open-door mentoring sessions to touch base with the group and attending cultural activities organized by the program (welcome lunch, cooking class, etc.).
What You’ll Do:
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Community Building: Foster a welcoming and inclusive community within the residence hall by encouraging mutual connection and support among students. Host weekly open-door mentoring sessions and organize a program-funded mid-term social event (example: pizza party) to strengthen student engagement and community building.
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Mentorship and Support: Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to students, helping them navigate challenges and opportunities.
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Co-Curricular Program Support: Attend cultural activities organized by the program (welcome lunch, cooking class, neighborhood tour, etc.) and encourage student participation.
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Cultural Competency: Act as a cultural liaison between students and the local community, offering insights into Spanish and Catalan culture, customs, and norms.
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Conflict Resolution: Mediate conflicts and facilitate constructive dialogue among residents to promote a positive living environment.
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Discipline Enforcement: Enforce residence hall and Barcelona SAE policies and regulations.
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Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other staff members within Barcelona SAE to support the overall objectives of the program.
Hours: September-December 2026, approximately 10 hours per week dedicated to student support.
Compensation: €500 per month + housing
What Makes a Great Candidate:
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Must be currently studying (4th year of undergraduate, grad student or above).
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Fluency in English (B2+) and Spanish. Catalan is a plus.
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Prior experience living or studying abroad strongly preferred.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, experience in conflict resolution a plus.
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Adaptability and positive attitude.
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Dedicated commitment to inclusivity.
We believe great talent comes in many forms and that there is no one size fits all in hiring. If you feel you may be a great fit for this role but do not check all of the boxes, we encourage you to apply and show us why you're the right candidate for this position.
Who We Are:
CEA CAPA is a premier provider of transformative international education experiences, committed to empowering students to become thoughtful and thriving leaders through living and learning abroad. With a presence in 62 cities across 22 countries in Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Australia, we offer comprehensive study abroad and career readiness programs that integrate academic excellence and cultural immersion. Our global footprint includes 11 international study centers, and we proudly support over 10,000 students annually in partnership with more than 375 U.S. universities and over 50 international institutions. CEA CAPA is in a dynamic phase of growth and is powered by a global team of nearly 700 professionals who are deeply mission-driven and committed to creating inclusive, supportive and enriching environments that help students grow academically, personally and professionally.
Our commitment to creating a sense of belonging means we welcome individuals of all abilities, ages, citizenships, educations, ethnicities, family statuses, gender identities, genders, genetic information, languages, marital status, military experiences, political views, pregnancy, races, religions, sexes, sexual orientations, socioeconomic statuses, and work experiences and therefore we encourage applicants from diverse lived experiences to apply.
Note: This role profile is intended to provide an overview of the key responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional tasks and duties, as necessary and in line with evolving business needs. Any proposed permanent modifications to this role profile will be made in consultation with role incumbents, and relevant stakeholders in accordance with applicable policies and legislative requirements.
