How to Apply
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Job Summary
The Department of Social Sciences is looking for a hardworking, enthusiastic, and motivated student to work as a History Student Ambassador. Our program in History emphasizes research and communication skills. You'll learn to critically reconstruct the contexts and meanings of human actions throughout history from a wide range of perspectives, cultural, economic, political, and social, and to identify connections with the present. Students will work up to 6 hours per week, but an average of 1 hour a week for no more than 25 hours total.
- Development of communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills
- Deeper understanding of University policies and procedures
- Appreciation of diversity and inclusion
- Experience in a variety of office environments
- Flexible schedule around classes
- Shift/Hours/Days: Varies every 4 months, may include nights and weekends
Responsibilities*
- Attending two CASL open houses to speak with prospective History majors
- Organizing at least one event for History majors and minors during the winter semester
- Meeting with History faculty a few times to plan these activities and discuss outreach to our majors
- Assist at recruitment and enrollment events and student communications
Required Qualifications*
- Excellent communication skills
- Possess dependability, leadership skills, and Wolverine pride
- Integrity and trustworthiness in dealing with confidential student information
- Reliable transportation to campus
- Must be a current student
- Must be a History major
- Must maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA
Desired Qualifications*
- Experience working in an academic setting
- Experience working with confidential material
- Experience in event planning
- Experience with social media
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.