Student Brand Ambassador, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Kaplan; Springfield (IL); Remote; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Competitive pay

Professional development

Kaplan swag

Job summary

Kaplan is seeking Student Brand Ambassadors to represent Kaplan on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus. You’ll be the face of Kaplan, helping students access free test prep resources and guiding enrollment in free courses while building your network. The role offers $17+ per hour, a flexible schedule, and opportunities for professional development, plus Kaplan swag. You’ll collaborate with campus groups and Kaplan teams to expand presence and support student success.

Qualifications

• Enrolled student on campus.
• Active on social media and comfortable creating content.
• Strong time management and self-motivation.
• Ability to work independently with regular communication.

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to Kaplan ambassador and guide students to enroll in free test prep.
• Partner with student groups and deliver on-campus presentations.
• Plan and execute marketing events like tabling and giveaways.
• Create engaging content on personal social media channels.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and PR teams to improve outreach.
• Adapt to new projects and take initiative.

Skills

Social media

Time management

Self-starter

Communication

Job description

Job Title

Student Brand Ambassador, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Job Description

Are you a motivated, outgoing student who loves connecting with peers and making a difference? Kaplan is looking for dynamic Student Brand Ambassadors to help empower students on their journey to success through education.

In this role, you’ll be the face of Kaplan on your campus. This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to build your network, gain valuable marketing experience, and develop leadership skills that will set you apart in your career.

Ready to level up your resume and make a difference on campus?

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Get paid $17+/hour while making a real impact on campus.
• Enjoy a flexible schedule that fits your college life.
• Gain professional development experience to boost your resume.
• Score free Kaplan swag.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Be the go-to expert: Help students access Kaplan’s free test prep resources & guide students to enroll in free test prep courses.
• Build connections: Partner with student groups to expand Kaplan’s presence & deliver presentations on how Kaplan supports student success.
• Create buzz: Plan fun marketing events like tabling, fairs, and giveaways.
• Get social: Create and share content on your personal social media.
• Team up and Share Insights: Work with Kaplan’s marketing, product, and PR teams to improve outreach strategies.
• Stay flexible: Jump into exciting new projects as they come up.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Enrolled student on your campus
• Connected within your campus community
• Active on social media
• Comfortable working independently in a virtual setting while maintaining strong communication with your manager.
• A proactive and professional self-starter with excellent time management skills.

Kaplan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All positions with Kaplan are paid at least $15 per hour or $31,200 per year for full-time positions. Compensation for specific positions are based on job level, skills, years of experience, and education, among other factors. Additionally, certain positions are bonus or commission eligible. Information regarding benefits can be found here.

At Kaplan, we believe in attracting, rewarding, and retaining exceptional talent. Our compensation philosophy is designed to be competitive within the market, reflecting the value we place on the skills, experience, and contributions of our employees, while taking into account labor market trends and total rewards.

LocationVirtual IL

Additional LocationsEmployee TypeEmployee

Job Functional AreaBranding

Business Unit00091 Kaplan Higher ED

Diversity & Inclusion Statement :

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities.

Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.

Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.