Student Career Ambassador

Missouri State University

Springfield (MA)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 24,000

Part time

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Job summary

Missouri State University is seeking a Student Career Ambassador to support the Career Center on the Springfield campus. The role includes critiquing resumes and cover letters for students and alumni, guiding users to resources, and referring to appropriate departments as needed.

Responsibilities include assisting with Career Center events, managing appointments via Handshake, and supporting outreach activities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

  • Must be a current Missouri State University student.
  • Commit to working 10-15 hours per week during office hours.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Experience with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • Familiarity with editing and creating documents using Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Administer resume and cover letter critiques to student and alumni users.
  • Provide Career Center website, resources, and services information to Career Center patrons.
  • Refer students and alumni to alternative resources and/or departments as necessary.
  • Demonstrate awareness of situations that require referral to Career Resources Specialist.
  • Assist with Career Center activities, events, and marketing efforts as needed.
  • Help students and alumni with scheduling appointments via phone or Handshake.

Skills

Interpersonal communication
Verbal communication
Written communication
Diversity experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite
Handshake career management platform

Job description

Position Title
Student Status

Student Status Work Study Optional -You are not required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.

Work Location

Springfield Campus

Hiring Range

15.00

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Department/Employer Operating Hours

8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday-Friday

Hours per week

10 - 15

Description of Primary Duties

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Administer resume and cover letter critiques to student and alumni users
  • Provide Career Center website, resources, and services information to Career Center patrons
  • Refer students and alumni to alternative resources and or departments as necessary
  • Demonstrate awareness of situations that require referral to Career Resources Specialist
  • Assist with Career Center activities, events, and marketing efforts as needed
  • Help students and alumni with scheduling appointments via phone or through Handshake career management platform
  • Guide potential employers to accessing job posting resources and student engagement opportunities in the Department
  • Assist with office operations through desk and telephone coverage in both the Carrington and Glass Hall department locations
  • Participate in tabling efforts to increase awareness of and market Career Center services and events
  • Perform various office duties such as filing, copying, data entry and other special projects
  • Attend all student staff meetings and training sessions
  • Display a good work ethic, including the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Utilize effective organizational and time-management skills
  • Display professionalism and maintain confidentiality
  • Conduct Career Center overview presentations as assigned
  • Serve as a Career Center representative through tabling and participating in other outreach events conducted by the Department
  • Assist students with learning about Career Center services through intentional outreach efforts
Required Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Current Missouri State University student
  • Committed to working between 10-15 hours per week during office operating hours (Primarily between the hours of 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday-Friday)
  • Possess strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Experience working with individuals from various backgrounds
  • Familiarity with editing and creating documents using Microsoft Office Suite
Additional Qualifications

While experience in reviewing resumes and cover letters (formally or informally) is a plus, it is not required. All Student Career Ambassadors will receive training in how to conduct professional document reviews.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please indicate the hours you are available during the Spring 2027 semester between 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Monday-Friday. Include classes and other commitments that would impact your availability during hours when the office is open (student organizations, meetings, reoccurring volunteer activities, etc.) You may include this in the space provided or attach a copy of your schedule.

Contact Information

Brandon Gash

Glass Hall 276 - Career Center Satellite Office

Non-Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu , 417-836-4252.

Open Date

11/09/2026

Close Date

12/01/2026

Posting Number

20260156STU

Required Documents
  • Resume
Optional Documents
  • Cover Letter
  • Unofficial Transcripts - 1
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * Are you a current Missouri State University Student?
    • Yes
    • No
  • * Does your financial aid award letter show that you have a work study award for the current academic year?
    • Yes
    • No
  • * Is your cumulative and/or semester GPA a 2.00 or better?
    • Yes
    • No
    • I don't know
  • * How many credit hours are you currently enrolled in?

    (Open Ended Question)

  • * What other time commitments (such as class, student organizations, etc.) will affect your availability to work?

    (Open Ended Question)

  • * What is your proficiency level in computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint?

    (Open Ended Question)

  • * Briefly describe your customer service experience.

    (Open Ended Question)

If you have questions:
Office of Human Resources
(t)417-836-5102
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

If you have student employment questions:
Student Employment Services
(t)417-836-5627
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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