Bates Center Student Ambassador - 26-27

Lewis & Clark College; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis & Clark College is seeking Bates Center Ambassadors to support entrepreneurship programming on campus. Ambassadors represent diverse disciplines, act as advocates, creators, and organizers, and connect students with funding, mentorship, and leadership skills.

You will focus on storytelling, events, partnerships, outreach, or research. Hours are flexible (0–5 hours/week; up to 20 per month) and may include evenings/weekends; wage is $16.80 per hour with Federal Work-Study preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a student for current term.
• Federal or Lewis & Clark Work-Study preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ambassadors will focus on their area of strength and assist with storytelling, events, partnerships, outreach, research, and other duties as assigned.

Job description

WHO WOULD I REPORT TO?

Catarina Millqvist-Hunter

WHAT DEPARTMENT IS THIS IN?

5400 Federal Work Study, Center for Entrepreneurship

WHEN DOES THIS POSITION BEGIN (AND END, IF APPLICABLE? 2026-10-16

JOB PURPOSE

Bates Center Ambassadors is a cohort representing diverse academic disciplines and communities. Ambassadors serve as advocates, creators, and organizers; demystifying entrepreneurship across campus, building welcoming programming, and connecting students with funding, mentorship, and practical leadership skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ambassadors will choose to focus on their area of strength lending a hand with one or several of the following tasks:

• Storytelling & Digital/Social Media
• Events & Experiences
• Strategic partnerships & Outreach
• Research
• Fulfill other duties as assigned

SCHEDULE

Students will work independently or in groups on their project. Hours are flexible to fit students schedules and other engagements and can range from 0-5 hours a week. All projects need to be pre-approved by the supervisor. Hours not to exceed 20 hours in a month. On occasion, student may be asked to work evenings and/or weekends depending on the College event schedule.

RATE OF PAY

$16.80 / hour

WORK STUDY REQUIREMENT

Federal or L&C Work Study preferred

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• A demonstrated passion for Bates Center courses and programming
• A friendly, welcoming attitude
• Ability to work independently
• Self-starter
• Excellent attention-to-detail, follow-through, customer service, and professionalism
• Strong organizational, communication, and administrative skills
• Must have proficient PC computer skills
• Reliable and Curious

PREFERENCES

To apply you must have been contacted by the Bates Center and have attended an intro meeting and/or had a one on one meeting with Catarina Millqvist-Hunter.

Career Readiness Competencies Developed in This Role

• Communication: Clearly and effectively exchange information with others through written, verbal, and non-verbal methods.
• Critical Thinking: Identify and analyze problems, evaluate solutions, and make informed decisions.
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with others, valuing diverse perspectives and contributing to shared goals.
• Professionalism: Demonstrate responsibility, dependability, and ethical behavior in the workplace.
• Leadership: Motivate, guide, and support others to achieve a common goal.

Lewis & Clark College adheres to a nondiscriminatory policy with respect to educational programs, activities, employment, and admission. We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, religion, age, marital status, national origin, the presence of any physical or sensory disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Associate Vice President of Human Resources has been designated to handle inquiries regarding employment- and disability-related non-discrimination policies. Title IX inquiries may be directed to the Title IX coordinator or deputy Title IX coordinators. (https://www.lclark.edu/about/title_ix_compliance)

Reasonable Accommodation

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

Eligibility to Work

In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.

At Lewis & Clark College, we’re excited to offer a variety of student positions tailored for our current students! Most of these opportunities are available exclusively to those with a Federal Work-Study (FWS) or Lewis & Clark Work-Study (LCWS) award included in their financial aid package. If you have an FWS award, you’re welcome to apply for any jobs posted. If you have an LCWS award, you can apply for both Lewis & Clark positions and non-work-study roles. For our non-work-study students, there are also great opportunities available—just look for the jobs that specify they don't require work-study eligibility. Remember, all student positions require you to be currently enrolled, so make sure you check each posting for specific details! Student work not only helps you earn money but also equips you with valuable skills and experiences that can enhance your resume and support your future career goals. Whether you're gaining hands-on experience in your field of study or developing essential soft skills, these positions are stepping stones to your professional journey. If you’re interested in agency or off-campus work-study opportunities, those options are also available to eligible students. We can’t wait to see you thrive in these positions!

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