Study Abroad Ambassador Program

The Office of International Education and Development (OIED) at FAMU is currently looking for full-time FAMU students to participate in the Study Abroad Ambassador Program.

What is Study Abroad Ambassador?
Ambassadors are study abroad alumni or students with international experience, who are passionate about their education abroad experience and willing to encourage other students to study abroad by sharing their story. Ambassadors will have a chance to help future study abroad students to succeed abroad by offering their valuable insights and expertise. Ambassadors will assist the OIED to promote study abroad programs and to help prepare prospective study abroad participants. It is a great opportunity to continue involvement with the study abroad programs after returning home or furthering engagement with International opportunities on campus. Study Abroad Ambassador Program will give you a chance to reinforce the knowledge and to improve the skills you have obtained abroad.  You will learn how to effectively articulate and apply your knowledge, skills, and experience in a professional environment. Study Abroad Ambassador experience is also a great addition to a resume.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a study abroad program or experience on an International program
• FAMU matriculated student with at least 2.5 GPA
• Complete ambassador training program (provided by OIED)
• Commit to at least 20 hours of service (1-2 hours per week) per semester
• Possess communication and public speaking skills
• Be a true enthusiast for global engagement

Responsibilities:

• Participation in study abroad events (Study Abroad Fair, International Education Week, and so on)
• Present to class and student organizations
• Raise awareness and interest in study abroad and international opportunities
• Talk to students interested in study abroad programs through email, social media, and in-person and provide support by advising and answering questions
• Attend monthly Ambassador Program meetings

Benefits:

• Opportunity to enrich the skills you obtained while studying abroad
• Gain valuable skills and experience you can put on your resume (ex.: mentorship and peer advising, public speaking, service and leadership, marketing and recruitment experience)
• Letter of recommendation from OIED staff
• Get paid (Ambassadors will be paid $12 hourly wage for up to 10 hours per week)

Please click here to apply.

Contact Emily Maurer via Emily.maurer@famu.edu or 850-412-7077 for more information.