Career Ambassador (Summer 2025)

About this role:

Career Ambassadors (CAs) are Oakland University undergraduate students who help other students and alumni with career-related tasks by leading our Career Studio and taking individual appointments in our office.

This position will be 10-20 hrs per week during Summer 2025.

Duties:

• Lead the Drop-In Career Studio  during designated hours and provide career-related services to students either in person or virtually
• Review resumes and cover letters by providing guidance and feedback, and help students schedule 1:1 appointments with Career and Life Design Coaches after studio visit
• Assist students on how to use available resources such as Handshake career resources, major-specific sample resumes, transferable skills, and action statements
• Provide available resources to help students build confidence and strengthen their interview performance
• Help students and alumni create and update their Handshake profile to utilize for job search
• Help students and alumni to create and update their LinkedIn to expand their network, connect with alumni and professionals, and also utilize for job search
• Help students and alumni prepare for Career Fairs
• Deliver presentations and career-related workshops on topics such as Interview Preparation, Career Development, Resume Tips, LinkedIn, and more. CAs can volunteer for (paid) weekend presentations and workshops
• Collaborate with peer CAs to brainstorm strategies for increasing engagement and promoting services
• Support record keeping and tracking of student attendance and feedback via Handshake
• Support the Career and Life Design Center staff with various projects, front office support, and special assignments when not assisting students or leading the Career Studio

Qualifications:

• Current Undergraduate student enrolled at Oakland University for Winter 2025 semester
• Work at least 10-20 hours per week during the Career and Life Design Center office hours (8 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
• Must have basic computer skills, oral, and written communication skills
• Must be able to present in front of a group
• Must be comfortable working with students in a group AND individual capacity
• Must be able to work as a team
• Must be detail-oriented, motivating, and demonstrate strong customer service skills
• Must possess a strong desire to positively represent Oakland University
• Must be interested in and excited about helping students through career guidance utilizing resources, creativity, and advice