First-Year Experience Ambassador

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus housing during summer

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY is seeking First-Year Experience Ambassadors for Spring 2027 – Spring 2028. This part-time student role includes on-campus housing during summer orientation and shifts 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Mon–Fri with some weekend hours in spring.

Ambassadors lead sessions for new students and help with orientation logistics. You will receive extensive training in public speaking, leadership, and campus resources; cross-trained leaders may assist other Enrollment Management

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as a student at UK.
• Preferred applicants will have demonstrated skills in customer service and communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead small-group sessions for new students during orientation.
• Assist in facilitating orientation programs and supporting event logistics.

Education

Must be currently enrolled as a student at UK.

Job description

Department Name 1B540:Prospective and New Student Programs

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Salary Range

Salary Range $12.00/hour and On-Campus Housing provided during summer orientation

Type of Position

Type of Position Student

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Part-Time

Required Education

Must be currently enrolled as a student at UK.

Required Related Experience

n/a

Required License/Registration/Certification

n/a

Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing and pulling objects up to 50 Ibs.

Shift

The First-Year Experience Ambassador position is a Spring 2027 – Spring 2028 commitment with ranges of required hours as explained in more detail below:

• Spring 2027/Fall 2027/Spring 2028: During the Academic Year, First-Year Experience Ambassadors will work to support incoming students through office shifts that will take place based on their availability and around their class schedules Monday – Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. In the spring semesters, there will also be occasional weekend support.
• Summer 2027: From June 1 to July 9, 2027, FYE Ambassadors will serve as orientation leaders and will be full time, in-person, on campus, Monday – Friday during these June and July dates. On campus housing will be provided beginning May 31, with check-out on July 10. Most hours will be worked between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. each day.

Job Summary

First-Year Experience ( FYE ) Ambassadors play a critical role in shaping a student’s first-year experience at UK. FYE Ambassadors are the face of orientations and assist in facilitating the Big Blue Nation Orientations, Merit Days, Kentucky Science Olympiad, and Bluegrass Days. FYEAs lead small-group sessions for new students, provide guidance throughout orientation programming, support event logistics such as check-in and navigation around campus, and help create an exciting and engaging environment to facilitate incoming students’ transition to campus life.

Students who are offered the First-Year Experience Ambassador position will receive extensive training in public speaking, group facilitation, campus resource information, and other leadership skills. As cross‑trained student leaders with a deep understanding of campus resources, FYE Ambassadors may also be offered opportunities during the academic year to assist areas within Enrollment Management or the Office for Student Success.

Preferred applicants will have demonstrated skills in customer service and communication. While some public speaking and leadership experiences are helpful, training and support are provided to help FYE Ambassadors grow in confidence and effectiveness. Candidates should be proactive, detail‑oriented, reliable, and motivated to make a positive impact on the campus community. Successful FYEAs are enthusiastic about UK, passionate about helping others, and dedicated to helping every new student feel welcomed and supported.

This position is also Federal Work-Study eligible, if you qualify.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

n/a

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/27/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What piece of advice would you give to a new UK student or their family? (Open Ended Question)