Career Ambassadors
The Career Ambassadors Program is designed to connect the NC State community, assist peers with exploring career pathways, and provide educational opportunities to develop key workplace skills. Career Ambassadors are paid student employees who play a vital role in educating their peers across campus through workshops, presentations, and general career support.
Career Ambassadors guide NC State students on professional topics like resume refinement, job search strategies, LinkedIn development, networking, career fair preparation, utilizing ePACK, cover letter writing, career readiness, and overviews of Career Development Center services.
Meet the Career Ambassadors every Wednesday between 2-4pm in Talley at the Career Corner and learn more about how they can help you take the next step on your professional journey!
Eligibility & Position Requirements
- Full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate students
- 10-15 hours per week commitment for office hours and events
- Attendance at weekly staff meetings on Friday mornings
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Collaborative and supportive approach to working with people from diverse backgrounds
- Enthusiasm for sharing career knowledge and representing the Career Development Center
Become a Career Ambassador
Career Ambassador applications are live now! Please apply using the Ambassador Application by 11:59 pm on November 13. Any questions can be directed to Emily Hoey at ehoey@ncsu.edu.
Workshop Topics
Our workshops are designed to help you excel in every aspect of your career journey. Whether you need help perfecting your resume, mastering interview skills, or preparing for the career fair, we have something for everyone.
Upcoming Workshops
| Topic | Date | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resume Essentials | Wednesday, November 6 | WSC 201 | 5-6 pm |
| The Perfect Pitch | Friday, November 8 | WSC 201 | 11 am-12 pm |
| Resume Refresh | Tuesday, November 12 | TSU 3221 | 9 am-4 pm |
| How’s Your Interview IQ? | Tuesday, November 19 | WSC 201 | 9am-4 pm |
| The LinkedIn Lab | Monday, November 25 | WSC 201 | 5-6 pm |
Workshop Descriptions:
- Resume Refresh: Need help refreshing your resume? This drop-in event offers one-on-one guidance to give your resume the update it needs!
- Be a Person, Not a Paper: Interviewing Skills: Learn how to impress interviewers by showing who you are beyond your resume.
- Shine at the Career Fair! Tips on how to make a memorable impression at career fairs.
- Meet the Career Development Center! Get to know the resources available at the Career Development Center and how they can help your career journey.
- Crafting Your Perfect Resume: Step-by-step guidance on creating a standout resume.
- Are You Career Ready? Explore the key competencies employers are looking for and how to develop them.
- Ace Your Interview: Master your interview skills with practice tips and expert advice.
- Job Search Mastery: Learn job search strategies to land your next opportunity.
- LinkedIn Essentials: Understand how to use LinkedIn to build your professional network and showcase your experience.
To register for any workshop or find more information, please visit ePACK.
Contact Us
Questions about the Career Ambassador program, including eligibility and requests for CA programming, can be directed to Emily Hoey, Professional Development Coordinator.