American University
Career Center Career Ambassador (Student)(FWS)
American University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Career Center Career Ambassador (Student)(FWS) page is loaded Career Center Career Ambassador (Student)(FWS) Apply locations Main Campus (Washington, DC) time type Part time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R3080 Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.
This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, including those employed in student positions, must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University,
please log intoyour employee Workday accountand select the Find Jobs report
which will take you to our internal career listings. Applying outside of your employee Workday account may cause delays in a hire process. Department: Career Education
Time Type: Part time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Description: Summary: The American University Career Center is seeking enthusiastic, service-oriented students to join our team as Career Ambassadors (CAs) for the 2025–2026 academic year. Career Ambassadors receive comprehensive training to promote Career Center services and resources, support events and outreach efforts, and assist with a variety of projects across Career Center teams. CAs serve as front-line representatives of the Career Center, engaging with students, alumni, faculty, and employers. In this dynamic role, CAs help deliver educational programming, manage career resources, and enhance the overall student experience. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to develop professional skills, work collaboratively across campus, and make a positive impact on career development at AU. Applications are open through September 5. Candidates will be notified of their status by the end of September. We will consider other relevant qualifications when evaluating your application for this position. We strongly encourage students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to apply . For questions about the Career Ambassador program or the application process, please contact the Career Center at
CareerCenter@american.edu
. Responsibilities: Greet Career Center visitors, delivering exceptional service to students, alumni, faculty, parents, and employers.
Schedule appointments in Handshake and handle inquiries via phone and in person.
Perform general administrative duties, including data entry, filing, supply inventory, mail handling, and event preparation.
Support data collection and analysis for reports related to graduate outcomes and event participation.
Answer phone calls and emails, rerouting inquiries as appropriate.
Assist with planning and executing career education and employer programs, managing tasks like event preparation, check-ins, and attendance tracking.
Deliver brief presentations to promote Career Center services in undergraduate classes.
Develop social media content to increase awareness of Career Center services and events.
Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work: Part-Time.
10 hours per week.
This role is for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026.
Salary Range: $17.95 - $18.50 per hour.
Required Education and Experience: Must be an enrolled AU student with a Federal Work-Study (FWS) award.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with attention to detail and a proven record of dependability.
Experience in customer service and comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to multitask and adapt to immediate team needs in the moment .
Comfortable engaging with employers and the AU community, including students, alumni, faculty, staff, and other community members.
Willingness to ask for assistance when needed, and a receptive attitude toward feedback.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word.
Preferred Education and Experience: Experience in a busy office environment is beneficial.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Zoom webinars.
Familiarity with social media platforms, especially Instagram and LinkedIn.
Interest in areas like event management, marketing, alumni/employer relations, data analytics, or graphic design.
Professional communication skills and cultural competence.
Why become a Career Ambassador? You will: Build knowledge of career exploration and the job and internship search process.
Strengthen skills in public speaking, networking, and teamwork.
Connect with Career Center staff, campus partners, and employers.
Gain experience in event planning, marketing, social media, data management, and customer service.
Other Details This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
American University is an E-Verify employer.
Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
Current American University Employees American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log intoWorkdayand select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Contact Us For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu . American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities. Similar Jobs (19)
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This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, including those employed in student positions, must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University,
please log intoyour employee Workday accountand select the Find Jobs report
which will take you to our internal career listings. Applying outside of your employee Workday account may cause delays in a hire process. Department: Career Education
Time Type: Part time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Description: Summary: The American University Career Center is seeking enthusiastic, service-oriented students to join our team as Career Ambassadors (CAs) for the 2025–2026 academic year. Career Ambassadors receive comprehensive training to promote Career Center services and resources, support events and outreach efforts, and assist with a variety of projects across Career Center teams. CAs serve as front-line representatives of the Career Center, engaging with students, alumni, faculty, and employers. In this dynamic role, CAs help deliver educational programming, manage career resources, and enhance the overall student experience. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to develop professional skills, work collaboratively across campus, and make a positive impact on career development at AU. Applications are open through September 5. Candidates will be notified of their status by the end of September. We will consider other relevant qualifications when evaluating your application for this position. We strongly encourage students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to apply . For questions about the Career Ambassador program or the application process, please contact the Career Center at
CareerCenter@american.edu
. Responsibilities: Greet Career Center visitors, delivering exceptional service to students, alumni, faculty, parents, and employers.
Schedule appointments in Handshake and handle inquiries via phone and in person.
Perform general administrative duties, including data entry, filing, supply inventory, mail handling, and event preparation.
Support data collection and analysis for reports related to graduate outcomes and event participation.
Answer phone calls and emails, rerouting inquiries as appropriate.
Assist with planning and executing career education and employer programs, managing tasks like event preparation, check-ins, and attendance tracking.
Deliver brief presentations to promote Career Center services in undergraduate classes.
Develop social media content to increase awareness of Career Center services and events.
Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work: Part-Time.
10 hours per week.
This role is for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026.
Salary Range: $17.95 - $18.50 per hour.
Required Education and Experience: Must be an enrolled AU student with a Federal Work-Study (FWS) award.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with attention to detail and a proven record of dependability.
Experience in customer service and comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to multitask and adapt to immediate team needs in the moment .
Comfortable engaging with employers and the AU community, including students, alumni, faculty, staff, and other community members.
Willingness to ask for assistance when needed, and a receptive attitude toward feedback.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word.
Preferred Education and Experience: Experience in a busy office environment is beneficial.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Zoom webinars.
Familiarity with social media platforms, especially Instagram and LinkedIn.
Interest in areas like event management, marketing, alumni/employer relations, data analytics, or graphic design.
Professional communication skills and cultural competence.
Why become a Career Ambassador? You will: Build knowledge of career exploration and the job and internship search process.
Strengthen skills in public speaking, networking, and teamwork.
Connect with Career Center staff, campus partners, and employers.
Gain experience in event planning, marketing, social media, data management, and customer service.
Other Details This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
American University is an E-Verify employer.
Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
Current American University Employees American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log intoWorkdayand select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Contact Us For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu . American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities. Similar Jobs (19)
Encounters Program Leader (Student) (FWS) locations Main Campus (Washington, DC) time type Part time posted on Posted 20 Days Ago Online Communication Assistant (Student)(FWS) locations Main Campus (Washington, DC) time type Part time posted on Posted 17 Days Ago History Events Assistant (Student) (FWS) locations Main Campus (Washington, DC) time type Part time posted on Posted 11 Days Ago American University is a student centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world.
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