Become a Summer Bridge Ambassador

We are currently recruiting Summer Bridge Ambassadors for Spring 2023! See below for details

• Position pays $18/hour*

*Note: Students may not be employed by the University more than 50% time during the fall or spring semester in any combination of titles. Students may work up to 100% time during the summer and during the winter break.

• Shape the class of 2027
• Enhance your ability to work collaboratively
• Bolster your ability to communicate and thrive in a multicultural environment
• Expand your social and professional connections
• Become part of a diverse, dynamic, and inclusive service culture

Minimum Qualifications

• Past participation in the Summer Bridge program
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Summer Bridge Program goals and objectives
• Demonstrated history of serving others
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in virtual and in-person environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to receive and provide feedback
• Demonstrated experience advocating for educational justice
• Experience working in a multicultural environment
• Demonstrated experience working in a service capacity 

Program Requirements for Selected Candidates

• Ability to commit 10hr/wk* during outreach period beginning April 8th, 2023 (hours available Mon through Fri between 5PM to 10PM; Sat-Sun 12PM to 6PM)
• Attend training on Fridays 12-2PM* (beginning March 3rd, 2023)

*Note: Students may not be employed by the University more than 50% time during the fall or spring semester in any combination of titles. Students may work up to 100% time during the summer and during the winter break. 

Responsibilities

• Representing the University of California and the Summer Bridge during campus outreach programs and events (e.g. Cal Day, EOP Fair, and Student Recruitment and Retention Groups). 
• Speaking with students, parents and extended family members about your Summer Bridge and Cal experiences.
• Serving on student panels and conducting workshops on behalf of the Summer Bridge program in-person and virtually.
• Answering questions and addressing concerns of entering students about Summer Bridge and Cal writ large via phone and text messaging.
• Serving as a resource for entering students by tabling during various campus resource fairs and events.
  Prepare for ambassador training (1-2hrs/wk)

Materials Required

• Applicant information
• Short responses
• Current academic transcript (unofficial copy accepted)
• Recommendation form (must be submitted by the end of the third week of instruction or your first day of work, whichever comes first)General Applicant Information

Process

• Submit a complete application
• Candidates who submit a complete application and who satisfy the minimum qualifications and program requirements will be invited for an interview
• Candidates are notified of the results of their applications in writing within one week of their interview

Application & Deadline

• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled
• Upcoming review dates: Dec 21st, Jan 10th, Jan 24th

Application Inquiries
Email:  sbridge@berkeley.edu
Phone:  510-664-9007