About the role#
The Student Experience Ambassador role is a Federal Work Study position based at Wilbur Wright College. This role allows students to gain practical experience while supporting the Office of Student Experience. Ambassadors work on-site to gather insights from the student body and assist with daily office operations.
What you'll do#
- Conduct 1:1 or small-group empathy interviews with fellow students on specific topics.
- Transcribe, organize, and submit interview notes using provided templates.
- Support the implementation of student surveys.
- Perform data operations and word processing in Word, Excel, and Qualtrics.
- Provide general office support, including filing, photocopying, and data entry.
- Collaborate with supervisors and other ambassadors to identify themes and project insights.
- Attend mandatory training sessions on empathy interviewing and documentation.
What you'll need#
- Must be enrolled in at least 6 semester hours of pre-credit or credit classes at City Colleges of Chicago.
- Must be part of the Students Financial Aid Program and approved for Federal Work Study.
- Maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism during student interactions.
- Successfully pass the hiring process, which includes a criminal background check and drug screening.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Chicago, Illinois.
- Work is performed on-site.
- This is a part-time, paid role.
- Hiring is conducted on a rolling basis.
About City Colleges of Chicago
City Colleges of Chicago is a community college system based in Illinois. Founded in 1911, it operates seven colleges and five satellite sites throughout the city. The organization employs over 2,000 staff members and serves more than 80,000 students each year. Its operations include various academic institutions, child development centers, and a radio station.
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