Campus Career Ambassador I - Peer Support & Events

PennWest; Edinboro (Erie County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

PennWest University Career Center is seeking motivated student ambassadors to provide peer support, share career resources, and connect students with Career Center services and opportunities. You will assist with Handshake access, resume guidance, event support, and daily office operations on campus.

This in-person role offers professional development and exposure to communications, marketing, technology, and career readiness while working with students, alumni, faculty, staff, and employers.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to engage in one-on-one interactions with diverse student populations.
• Professionalism, reliability, and accountability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn multiple tasks in a fast-paced office environment.
• Comfort using computers and technology platforms.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Must be comfortable speaking to individuals on the phone.

Responsibilities

• Engage in one-on-one interactions with students to help them access resources.
• Provide peer support related to resume preparation through the use of approved resources, training, and standard guidelines.
• Assist students with logging into Handshake accounts and navigating/using Handshake features.
• Share information about internships, part-time jobs, career exploration tools, and upcoming events.
• Shadow professional staff with presentations, workshops, and outreach activities.
• Greet and assist students, alumni, employers, faculty, staff, and visitors in a professional and welcoming manner.
• Answer phones, transfer calls, and take accurate messages.
• Respond to emails and assist with general office communications.
• Help students access digital resources and career platforms such as Handshake.
• Assist students with scheduling appointments in Handshake and assist with office operations.
• Enter data, coaching notes, and event attendance into office systems.
• Assist with clerical and administrative tasks, including copying, filing, and delivering materials across campus.
• Represent the Career Center at campus events, employer programs, career fairs, admissions events, and outreach activities.
• Staff information tables and engage with students and visitors.
• Assist with planning, preparation, setup, and breakdown of events and workshops.
• Support staff with initiatives such as professional clothing closets, employer engagement activities, and student programming.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Phone etiquette

Job description

PennWest University Career Center is seeking motivated student ambassadors to provide peer support, share career resources, and connect students with Career Center services and opportunities. You will assist with Handshake access, resume guidance, event support, and daily office operations on campus.

This in-person role offers professional development and exposure to communications, marketing, technology, and career readiness while working with students, alumni, faculty, staff, and employers.