Ambassadors Wanted
Do you have what it takes to be a College of Science Ambassador?
Ambassadors participate in a wide variety of activities in the College. They mentor small groups of first-year and transfer students majoring in the College of Science. They aid in the recruitment of strong STEM students by visiting high schools, giving tours of our science buildings, and hosting other recruitment events where they work and communicate with prospective College of Science students. They also help plan and execute socials and workshops for current students. Aside from events, our Ambassadors help with our social media presence, welcome new students to the U during Orientation, and staff the front desk of our Advising Office!
Ambassadors should be well-rounded individuals with a love for the University of Utah and the College of Science! We are looking for students who have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
NOTE: Set aside up to an hour because the application does not save your progress if you exit. Be prepared to provide a resume and answer several short response questions.
Becoming an Ambassador
- Must be an enrolled, degree-seeking undergraduate in the College of Science (this includes majors in the College of Mines & Earth Science)
- Must be in good academic standing with the University of Utah (3.2 GPA or higher)
- Must be able to commit to at least one full academic year
- $15 an hour and flexible scheduling
- Connect with a community of peers in the College of Science
- Develop presentation, mentoring, communication, and leadership skills
- Broaden networks throughout the University of Utah and the College of Science
Average weekly hours will fluctuate based on the number of programs in which an Ambassador participates, but will likely be less than 4 hours a week. Ambassadors are permitted to have other jobs, either on or off campus, and are encouraged to be involved in other campus activities—provided that these jobs and activities do not interfere with various dates, duties and responsibilities of being a College of Science Ambassador.
- Be a passionate representative of the University of Utah and the College of Science
- Recruit prospective students and parents through events and tours
- Support current students through activities, events, and peer mentoring
- Welcome new students to campus at New Student Orientation
- Mentor a cluster of first-year students each academic year
- Participate and lead other events, programming, and projects in the College of Science
- Application deadline: January 21, 2024
- Training & Orientation: Mid February 2024 (date TBD)
- Annual Ambassador Retreat: February 24, 2024, 9am-3pm
- March Team Meeting: March 18, 2024, 12-1pm
- April Team Meeting: April 11, 2024, 12-1pm
- College of Science Convocation (required shift): May 2, 2024
If you have any questions, please contact Sam Shaw at sam.shaw@utah.edu
