About the role#
Project CAMINOS Student Ambassadors represent the Office of Academic Engagement and Success. You will support programs that promote college awareness and access for K-12 students, families, and community partners. This role involves assisting with workshops, college fairs, and campus events while providing guidance to prospective students.
What you'll do#
- Engage with prospective students, families, and educators during outreach programs.
- Provide one-on-one and small-group mentorship regarding college pathways, admissions, financial aid, and campus resources.
- Support the planning and facilitation of campus visits, workshops, and special events.
- Demonstrate how to navigate college planning tools and refer families to appropriate university departments.
- Share personal educational experiences to provide authentic peer perspectives.
- Maintain records of participation and outreach activities.
- Develop social media content, support podcast production, and design promotional materials.
- Collaborate with professional staff and fellow ambassadors while attending required training sessions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Cal Poly Pomona undergraduate student.
- Reliable personal transportation, a valid California driver’s license, and current auto insurance.
- Ability to work at least 8 hours per week, including occasional evenings and weekends.
- Good judicial standing at the university.
- Comfort using technology, online platforms, and office equipment.
- Bilingual fluency in Spanish is preferred.
- Experience working with K-12 students or prior leadership and peer mentoring roles is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Pomona, California.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- This is a paid position.
About Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises
Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is a nonprofit organization established in 1966. It operates in the higher education sector and provides services to Cal Poly Pomona. The organization manages dining, college retail, student housing, hospitality, and real estate. Surplus funds from these operations support the university by providing financial and facility resources for students, faculty, and staff.
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