First Year Experience (FYE) Ambassador

Berklee College of Music•Boston, MA

7d•$17

About The Position

In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following requirements: Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program. Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters. Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN). Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable. A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester. Federal Work Study student may apply. In good disciplinary standing. Must be located in the U.S. For complete program details, please go to our website: www.berklee.edu/se. Support first-year students throughout the academic year by creating touchpoints for belonging, engagement, and continued connection beyond orientation. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: FYE Ambassadors support first-year students and families through peer mentorship, programming, and outreach.

Requirements

Strong interest in supporting first-year students and building community
Active listening skills and an empathetic, supportive approach
Clear, respectful communication skills
Ability to engage across difference and work with students from diverse backgrounds
Reliability, organization, and consistent follow-through
Comfort engaging peers in conversation, group settings, or check-ins
Willingness to learn about and share campus resources
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must attend one of the scheduled Student Leader Information Sessions. These sessions are designed to help you understand the expectations of the role, the time commitment, and how our student leaders contribute to building a meaningful campus community. Attendance at an info session is required in order to move forward in the selection process.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as an orientation leader, or peer mentor
Interest in peer coaching, advising, or student success work
Experience planning or facilitating programs or events
Comfort with tabling, outreach, or public-facing engagement
Experience supporting newsletters, social media, or communications
Creativity, initiative, and flexibility in supporting student engagement efforts

Responsibilities

Serve as a peer ambassador for first-year students, offering guidance, encouragement, and support
Facilitate group meetings and optional 1:1 check-ins to support student transition and belonging
Build relationships with incoming and first-year students, with particular attention to off-campus first-year students
Support planning and execution of First Year Experience programs and initiatives
Assist with developing and supporting welcome series events and orientation and training week programming
Help plan and support Family Weekend programming
Support ongoing events and programs for parents and families throughout the academic year
Assist with planning, tabling, and facilitating first-year-focused programming initiatives
Support creation and distribution of a bi-weekly First Year Experience newsletter
Assist with webinars, virtual socials, and onboarding-related programming
Conduct outreach to parents and families to share resources, programs, and support opportunities
Support development and distribution of FYE-related swag and welcome materials
Serve as peer navigators by helping students identify and access campus resources and services
Share information about involvement opportunities, support services, and campus life