Student Ambassador

Yugo USA LLC.; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + 4% employer matching

Paid Wellness Time

1 Paid Volunteer Day

1 Paid YuDay

Lease & renewal commission

Job summary

Yugo is seeking a Student Ambassador to join our Urbana community. This on-site, hourly role will handle leasing, marketing, and resident relations under the General Manager, with duties including tours, applications, move-ins, renewals, and payments.

You will engage prospects, process documentation, and support marketing initiatives while maintaining market information and reporting. Flexible 20–25 hours weekly, with compensation of $15 per hour and opportunities for growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• Relative experience in an administrative role.
• Great customer service and communication skills, able to engage with people at all levels (oral and written).
• Ability to be proactive with strong problem-solving skills and initiative.
• Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks regularly.
• Intermediate skills in using MS Office and online systems/databases.

Responsibilities

• Greet prospective clients, conduct property tours, and showcase features and benefits.
• Complete applications, secure deposits, and process lease paperwork for move-ins and move-outs.
• Handle phone calls and in-person inquiries, maintain guest cards, and follow up with prospects.
• Prepare and submit applications for approval, ensure apartment readiness for move-in, and orient new residents.
• Assist with lease renewals, accept rental payments, and support marketing and sales efforts.
• Update reports, monitor market conditions, and provide insights for community improvements.
• Manage service requests, plan resident functions, and maintain accurate commission records.
• Participate in outreach marketing and enforce policies and procedures.

Skills

Administrative experience

Customer service

Communication

Proactive problem-solving

Organization

Cultural awareness

Tools

MS Office

Online systems/databases

Job description

Company: Yugo

Community: Yugo Urbana

Location: Onsite

Position Title: Student Ambassador

Position Classification: Hourly / Non - Exempt

Compensation: $15/hr

Yugo is a global leader in student housing dedicated to creating exceptional living experiences for students around the world. With a presence spanning more than 14 countries and 120 cities, Yugo combines innovation, community, and purpose to redefine student living. In the U.S., Yugo operates nearly 40,000 beds across 88 properties in 28 states, delivering vibrant communities designed to support student success both personally and professionally. Guided by its Live Your Best Life philosophy, Yugo fosters sustainability, personal growth, and career development while building an inclusive, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture for residents and team members alike.

As the Student Ambassador, you will be a key player in our apartment community, reporting to the General Manager. You will handle all aspects of leasing and marketing while ensuring positive resident relations. Your role includes managing apartment rentals, overseeing move-ins and lease renewals, generating and handling leads, qualifying prospects, preparing lease documentation, and completing move-in procedures according to company policies.

Reporting to the General Manager, here’s what you’ll be doing!

• Greet prospective clients, conduct property tours, and use product knowledge to showcase features and benefits.
• Complete applications, secure deposits, and process lease paperwork for move-ins and move-outs.
• Handle phone calls and in-person inquiries, maintaining guest cards and following up with prospects.
• Prepare and submit applications for approval, ensure readiness of apartments for move-in, and orient new residents.
• Assist with lease renewals, accept rental payments, and support marketing and sales efforts.
• Support marketing and sales initiatives, maintain up-to-date market information, and participate in weekly leasing activity meetings.
• Update reports, monitor market conditions, and provide insights for community improvements.
• Manage service requests, plan resident functions, and maintain accurate commission records.
• Participate in outreach marketing, maintain community appearance, and enforce policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing laws and company policies, and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Ensure the office and model apartments are clean and open on schedule, communicate policy changes, and support the community team.
• Maintain flexibility with work schedule, including evenings and weekends, and perform additional tasks as needed.
• And so much more!

Sound good so far? Here’s what you’ll need to thrive in this role!

• Relative experience in an administrative role
• Great customer service and communication skills, being able to effectively engage with people at all levels (orally and in writing)
• Ability to be proactive with strong problem-solving skills and initiative.
• Highly organized individual with the ability to take on multiple tasks regularly.
• Intermediate skills in using MS Office and online systems / databases.
• Resilience and adaptability, as well as a great cultural diversity awareness.
• Ability to maintain open communication withGeneralManager and Maintenance Supervisor
• Be available to work 20-25 hours per week.

As part of the Yugo team, you are eligible for a competitive salary, bonus eligibility, comprehensive benefits and more! Here’s a snapshot of what we offer;

• Competitive hourly pay
• Lease and renewal commission opportunity
• 401k + 4% employer matching
• Paid Wellness Time
• 1 Paid Volunteer Day
• 1 Paid YuDay

At Yugo, we believe in creating a culture where everyone belongs and feels empowered to do their best work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.