Inclusive Excellence Program Ambassador (Student) (FWS)
About The Position
The Office of Inclusive Excellence (OIE) is looking for students to serve as Inclusive Excellence Ambassadors (IE Ambassadors) for the 2025 - 2026 academic year. IE Ambassadors receive training to promote OIE initiatives, resources, and services, while supporting events and marketing/outreach efforts across campus. IE Ambassadors will also have opportunities to understand campus climate challenges and take an active role in supporting inclusion and belonging for students on campus. IE Ambassadors will help support several of OIE’s Signature Events, including the annual IE Summit, Dialogue Across Differences workshops, the IE Learning Series, and Community Commencement Celebrations. This is an excellent opportunity to develop leadership, communication, and project management skills while advancing AU’s commitment to inclusive excellence.
Requirements
- Must be a currently enrolled American University student (undergraduate or graduate).
- Strong work ethic, interest in culturally responsive practices, and effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
- Willingness to ask for assistance and openness to constructive feedback.
- Flexibility to adapt to team needs in dynamic situations.
- Passion for advancing inclusive excellence at AU.
Nice To Haves
- Interest or prior involvement in inclusive excellence, student leadership, or community engagement is a plus but not required.
Responsibilities
- Professional Growth Opportunities Develop knowledge in inclusive excellence principles and practices in higher education.
- Refine skills in public speaking, professional networking, inclusive leadership and collaboration.
- Network with OIE staff, AU faculty and staff, campus partners, and external partners.
- Gain experience in social media marketing, content creation, and event planning through mentorship by full-time OIE staff and advisory councils.
- Event & Program Support Attend and assist with campus-wide OIE events, receptions, and other in-person or virtual programs.
- Provide event set-up and presenter support (e.g., managing panelists in Zoom webinars or venue set-up for the IE Summit).
- Support event check-in and attendance tracking.
- Assist at OIE events for approximately 1 to 3 hours per event, 5-8 times per semester.
- Attend weekly IE Ambassador team meetings/training throughout the fall and spring semesters.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
