WashU Students Wanted!

Overview  

The Rural Peer Ambassador (RPA) Program in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions provides a paid opportunity for WashU students to assist with sharing the WashU story and experience with prospective rural students, their guests, and rural high school and Community Based Organization (CBO) counselors. The Rural Peer Ambassador program provides a mixture of key responsibilities in relation to working with counselors, prospective students, and families, and allows exposure to the various functions of admissions at a highly selective institution. Specifically, RPAs will help with the implementation of the WashU Rural Scholars Academy (WRSA), a weeklong, pre-college program hosted in July 2025. They will also assist with the implementation of the STARS Counselor Tour with Vanderbilt & WashU in March 2025.  

RPAs will meet and train together in February 2025 and again in July 2025. This position is supervised by the Associate Director for Rural Recruitment in Undergraduate Admissions.   

Key Responsibilities: 

• Attendance at and assistance in the implementation of the WashU Rural Scholars Academy and the STARS Counselor Tour with Vanderbilt & WashU. Roles may include serving as an onsite resource and contact during either program, engaging with program participants, serving in a rotational on-call capacity in the evenings of the WashU Rural Scholars Academy, and facilitating conversation and connection.    
• Spring RPA Training: Attendance and participation in training to prepare for the WashU Rural Scholars Academy.  
  • Dates:   
    • Tuesday, February 4, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
    • Thursday, February 13, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
    • A 1:1 supervisor meeting during the week of February 17  
    • Wednesday, February 26, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
• STARS Counselor Tour with Vanderbilt & WashU: Sunday, March 2 – Tuesday, March 4, 2025. The STARS Counselor Tour with Vanderbilt & WashU is a fly in program designed to assist rural counselors in guiding their students’ college search process. Counselors from rural communities across the U.S. will be joining Undergraduate Admissions for this program. Note: RPAs will only be assisting with the WashU portion of this program and will not be traveling to Nashville.  
• Return to campus for summer RPA Training: Anticipated Thursday, July 10, 2025. Arrival between 9:00 a.m. and Noon. RPAs will have the morning of July 10 to unpack and transition their room before training begins at 1:00 p.m. on July 10.    
• Summer RPA training: Attendance and participation in training to prepare for the WashU Rural Scholars Academy.  
  • Dates: Thursday, July 10 – Saturday, July 12, 2025. Training will end by 6:00 p.m. all three days.   
• WashU Rural Scholars Academy: Sunday, July 13 – Saturday, July 19, 2025. The WashU Rural Scholars Academy is a weeklong pre-college program aimed to connect high school students from rural communities to WashU and St. Louis, while introducing them to the college admissions process.   
• Sharing Rural Recruitment Feedback   
  • All RPAs will be asked to participate in a rural recruitment focus group with a member of the WashU Undergraduate Admissions Rural Recruitment team during one of the summer training dates listed above.   
  • In addition, RPAs will be asked to provide feedback on rural recruitment efforts, including name ideas for programs and events, rural student outreach efforts, and more. This commitment will total 1 – 3 hours per month (March through July) outside of the programmatic and training duties listed above.    
• As Mandatory Reporters, RPAs are required to share information with their supervisor and/or the Title IX Coordinator if a WRSA participant discloses or they otherwise become aware of concerns of sexual harassment, sexual or relationship violence, or stalking.   
• RPAs must reside in assigned, on-campus Residential Life housing for the duration of summer training and the WashU Rural Scholars Academy (July 10–19, 2025) to serve as a contact and resource for program participants. This housing and meals will be provided by Undergraduate Admissions free of cost to all RPAs. 

Desired Skills/Characteristics: 

• Be returning, full-time undergraduate students in the Class of 2026, 2027 or 2028 for the fall 2025 semester, studying on the Danforth campus.    
• Must be in good academic and conduct standing for the Fall 2024 and Spring and Summer 2025 semesters.  
• In our selection process, we look for candidates exemplifying a commitment to collaboration, reliability, providing good customer service, positively representing WashU, and supporting student success.  
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher and a semester GPA of 2.75 or higher during semesters employed (spring 2025 and summer 2025). Applicants who have under a 2.75 cumulative GPA may still apply, however Undergraduate Admissions will consult with your 4-year academic adviser.  
• You may not serve as an RPA if you are in a position, internship, or role that conflicts with the dates above.   
• RPAs must be available in-person during all dates and times described above; conflicts or anticipated conflicts must be addressed by the Associate Director for Rural Recruitment before selection.  

Hours: 

The Rural Peer Ambassador position is a part-time position with the purpose of acting as a representative of the rural student experience here at WashU. During both the WashU Rural Scholars Academy and STARS Counselor Tour, late nights and early mornings will occur. Meals and on-campus housing will be provided free of cost to all ambassadors for the duration of summer training, the STARS Counselor Tour (meals only), and the WashU Rural Scholars Academy.  

Compensation 

Rural Peer Ambassadors will be compensated at a rate of $12.30 per hour and meals and on-campus housing will be provided free of cost to all RPAs July 10–19, 2025. This position is eligible for work study.   

Application 

Apply via Handshake by Noon on Monday, November 25, 2024. 

• Resume 
• Response to short answer question (max 250 words): Why do you want to serve as a Rural Peer Ambassador at WashU?   
• Contact and other identifying information (i.e., year in school, cumulative GPA, academic division, etc.).   

Interviews and Reference Checks 

Selected candidates will be invited to interview with members of the rural recruitment team the week of December 2, 2024. 

Final candidates will be asked to provide contact information for one reference.

By applying, students give the Admissions Office permission to access university conduct and academic records. 

Questions?

Please reach out to Dacoda Scarlett at dscarlett@wustl.edu.   

Overview  

The Bear Ambassador Program in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions provides a paid experience for WashU students to assist with daily campus informational programming. The ambassador program provides a mixture of key responsibilities that work with prospective students and families, and offers exposure to the various functions of admissions at a highly selective institution. This position will operate fully in-person as university policy and CDC guidelines allow. 

Key responsibilities

• Giving in-person and virtual student-led campus tours to campus visitors 
• Managing breakout rooms and the Q&A function of Zoom sessions 
• Handling the daily check-in process for visiting guests in the Sumers Welcome Center and other visit areas on campus 
• Facilitating in-person and virtual Bear Chats with prospective students 
• Engaging with prospective students electronically via postcards, email, Welcome to College, Zoom, etc.  
• Providing support for special virtual events, such as panels, information sessions, Webinars, etc. 
• Assisting with special in-person events, such as special visit days, group visits, luncheons, and overnight programs 
• Managing the mock residential hall space 
• Other administrative tasks as assigned 

Required Skills/Characteristics: 

• Bear Ambassadors must be a full-time undergraduate student from the Classes of 2025, 2026, 2027, or 2028 
• Good academic standing (minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA) and good judicial standing with the university (your application gives us permission to check your standing) 
• Enthusiasm about the university and what it offers students 
• All interested applicants MUST attend a mandatory information session that will occur in October 2024 to learn how to navigate the interview process. The interview will consist of two parts: 1) A Mini Tour and 2) Formal Q&A. 

Desired Skills/Characteristics: 

• Strong written and oral communication skills 
• Comfortable with public speaking in both small and large groups 
• Commitment to providing the highest level of customer service to every prospective visitor and their guest(s) 
• Self-starter who takes initiative and is willing to jump-in and assist however is needed 
• Preference will be given to candidates who apply by October 31, 2024 
• We value a diverse workplace and encourage LGBTQIA+ individuals, members of racial or ethnic underrepresented backgrounds, and others from diverse or historically marginalized groups to apply 

Hours: 

• The ambassador position is part-time (4-6 hours per week) with some weekends required. Hours worked will depend on availability and staffing needs. 
• The Undergraduate Admissions Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5pm. With occasional programs on early mornings, evenings, Saturdays, and Sunday. Ambassadors should expect to work their shifts between Monday-Friday with the occasional Saturday or Sunday as needed. Non-paid vacation time is available. 
• All ambassadors are required to attend mandatory training that will occur early in the spring semester of 2025 and late August of 2025. Meals and on-campus housing will be provided free of cost to all Bear Ambassadors for the duration of training. 

Compensation: 

• Ambassadors will be compensated at a rate of $12.34 per hour. Federal Work-Study is possible through this position. 

Application Process: 

• Apply via Handshake and attach a resume, which should include major(s)/minor(s), cumulative GPA, relevant skills/experience, and involvement. 

By applying, students give the Admissions Office permission to access university standing and academic record. 

Questions?

Please reach out to Jennie Jean-Jacques and Jessica Napier at BearAmbassadors@email.washu.edu 

Overview  

The Academic Year Internship Program in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions provides a paid professional experience for WashU students to share their story and experience with prospective students and their guests. Interns will gain exposure to the various functions of admissions at a highly selective institution. The internship provides a mixture of responsibilities that work with prospective students and families, and will have significant project work with specific leadership roles. The internship will operate in a hybrid-model, tasking students with a combination of in-person and virtual responsibilities. 

Key Responsibilities 

• All interns will hold one liaison/leadership position within one of the following areas: 
  • Recruitment & Selections Team
    • Leads the interview and selection process for new Bear Ambassadors. 
    • Champions diversity and fosters a culture of inclusivity and equity in the recruitment process 
    • Maintains a record of interested current students who want to work as Bear Ambassadors 
    • Schedules and coordinates interviews for new Bear Ambassadors 
    • Reviews the hiring logistics for newly hired ambassadors 
    • Creates agendas for and leads monthly staff meetings for all Bear Ambassadors and Academic Year Interns 
  • Training & Examination Team
    • Organizes, plans, and leads all mandatory trainings required for Bear Ambassadors. 
    • Plans all logistics for training, including the schedule, make-up training, ordering food, etc. 
    • Updates handbooks regularly for lobby shifts, tours, Bear Chats, and other standard operating procedures 
    • Creates examinations through online modules and evaluates new members for readiness. 
    • Creates agendas for and leads monthly staff meetings for all Bear Ambassadors and Academic Year Interns 
  • Management & Operations Team
    • Oversees the daily schedule for all campus tours, interviews, and lobby shifts 
    • Oversees the daily schedule for all campus tours, Bear Chats, and lobby shifts 
    • Utilizes scheduling platform, Welcome to College, to oversee availability for all student workers, create recurring shifts, and communicate coverage needed for any uncovered shifts  
    • Creates agendas for and leads monthly staff meetings for all Bear Ambassadors and Academic Year Interns 
  • Visit Experience (VX) & Events Team
    • Coordinates the logistics and staffing for all in-person and virtual special events held by the Undergraduate Admissions Office. 
    • Creates shifts and manages student staffing for major events, special groups, and special visit requests 
    • Focuses on the visit experience for all prospective visitors and guests including programming and promoting/advertising events 
    • Develops helpful guides for WashU and the surrounding area 

Additional responsibilities include: 

• Giving in-person and virtual student-led campus tours to groups 
• Managing breakout rooms and the Q&A function of  Zoom sessions 
• Handling the daily check-in process for visiting guests in the Sumers Welcome Center and other visit areas on campus 
• Facilitating in-person and virtual Bear Chats with prospective students 
• Engaging with prospective students electronically via email, Zoom, etc.  
• Providing support for special virtual events, such as panels, information sessions, Webinars, etc. 
• Assisting with special in-person events, such as special visit days, group visits, luncheons, and overnight programs 
• Managing the mock residential hall space 
• Co-presenting the admissions information session with a professional staff member to groups of 300+ daily visitors 
• Other administrative tasks as assigned 

Required Skills/Characteristics: 

• WashU current student from the Class of 2025, 2026 or 2027 
• Good academic and judicial standing with the university (your application gives us permission to check your standing) 
• Enthusiasm about the university and what it offers students 
• Must have previously held a Bear Ambassador or Academic Year Intern position within Undergraduate Admissions 

Desired Skills/Characteristics: 

• Hiring preference will be given to students who can fulfill the role in a hybrid capacity 
• Strong written and oral communication skills 
• Comfortable with public speaking in both small and large groups 
• Commitment to providing the highest level of customer service to every prospective student/family 
• Self-starter who takes initiative and is willing to jump-in and assist however is needed 
• Interest in exploring higher education as a potential career field 
• This position is open until filled. 
• We value a diverse workplace and encourage LGBTQIA+ individuals, members of racial or ethnic underrepresented backgrounds, and others from diverse or historically marginalized groups to apply 

Hours 

• The internship is a part-time position (10-14 hours/week) with some weekends required. 
• The Undergraduate Admissions Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5pm with occasional programs on early mornings, evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays. Interns should expect to work the majority of their shifts between Monday – Friday with the occasional Saturday or Sunday as needed. Non-paid vacation time is available. 
• All interns are required to attend a mandatory training that will occur early in the spring semester of 2025 and late August of 2025. Meals and on-campus housing will be provided free of cost to all interns for the duration of August training. 

Compensation 

• Interns will be compensated at a rate of $13.34 per hour. This position is Federal Work-Study eligible. 

Application 

• Apply via Handshake and include: 
• A current résumé –including major(s)/minor(s), cumulative GPA, involvement at WashU, relevant skills/experience. 
• A cover letter – should include why you are interested in the Intern position and which functional area(s) you are interested in. 
• Contact information for 1 reference. This can be a WashU community member (advisor, professor, research mentor, etc.) or someone who can speak to your character and work ethic that is not a peer, family member, or friend. 

By applying, students give the Admissions Office permission to access university standing and academic record. 

Questions?

Please reach out to Jennie Jean-Jacques and Jessica Napier at BearAmbassadors@email.washu.edu 

Overview  

The Summer Internship Program in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions provides a paid professional experience for WashU students to assist with daily campus Admissions programming. Interns will gain exposure to the various functions of admissions at a highly selective institution. The internship provides a mixture of responsibilities including serving prospective students and families and some project work. The internship will operate fully in-person as university policy and CDC safety guidelines allow. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Giving in-person student-led campus tours 
• Conducting virtual tours of campus and managing the Q&A function of the Zoom 
• Staffing the Lobby of Sumers Welcome Center and facilitating the check-in process for daily visiting guests 
• Facilitating virtual and in-person prospective student Bear Chats and breakout rooms  
• Engaging with prospective students electronically via email, Zoom, and the Welcome to College platform 
• Providing support for panels, information sessions, webinars, etc. 
• Assisting with planning and executing special in-person events, such as special visit days, group visits, luncheons, etc. 
• Co-presenting the admissions information session with a professional staff member to groups of 300+ daily visitors 
• Managing the mock residential hall space 
• Other tasks as assigned 
• All interns will work on projects within admissions & aid within the functional areas of:  
  • Visit Experience (VX) and Events 
  • Inclusion and Access 
  • Marketing & Communications (MarComms) 
  • Systems, Services, and Student Financial Services (SFS) 
  • Recruitment 

Required Skills/Characteristics: 

• Summer Interns must be full-time undergraduate students in the Classes of 2026, 2027, or 2028 and be able to make the necessary time commitment. 
• Good academic standing at a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA and good judicial standing with the university (your application gives us permission to check your standing)
• Enthusiasm about the university and what it offers students 

Desired Skills/Characteristics: 

• Comfort in giving up to 90-minute campus tours in the summer heat and humidity 
• Strong written and oral communication skills 
• Comfortable with public speaking in both small and large groups 
• Commitment to providing the highest level of customer service to every prospective student/family 
• Self-starter who takes initiative and is willing to jump-in and assist however is needed 
• Interest in exploring higher education as a potential career field 
• Preference will be given to those who apply by March 1, 2025
• We value a diverse workplace and encourage LGBTQIA+ individuals, members of racial or ethnic underrepresented backgrounds, and others from diverse or historically marginalized groups to apply.

Hours: 

• The internship is a full-time position at 37.5 hours/week 
• Start Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025, End Date: Friday, August 15, 2025 
• The Undergraduate Admissions Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with occasional programs on early mornings, evenings, and on Saturdays and Sundays. Interns should expect to work the majority of their shifts between Monday – Friday with the occasional Saturday or Sunday as needed. Non-paid vacation time is available. 
• All interns are required to attend a mandatory training that will occur May 13 – 16, 2025, and are expected to staff all of our special visit days. Our special visit days will occur on Mondays and Fridays throughout the month of July. 
• This is a temporary position, but with the option to turn this into an academic year Bear Ambassador position based on performance and staffing needs. 

Compensation 

• Interns will be compensated at a rate of $13.34 per hour 
• Additional perks such as on-campus housing or parking are negotiable upon an offer of employment 

Application 

• Apply via Handshake and include: 
  • A resume– including major(s)/minor(s), cumulative GPA, involvement at WashU, and relevant skills/experience 
  • A cover letter – should include why you are interested in the Summer Intern position and which functional area(s) you are interested in 
  • Contact information for 1 reference. This can be a WashU community member (advisor, professor, research mentor, etc.) or someone who can speak to your character and work ethic that is not a peer, family member, or friend. 

By applying, students give the Admissions Office permission to access university conduct and academic records. 

Questions?

Please reach out to Jennie Jean-Jacques and Jessica Napier at BearAmbassadors@email.washu.edu 

Overview  

The Student Content Creators will assist the Office of Undergraduate Admissions with the creation of fresh content for our official social media accounts (Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube). Students will have the opportunity to learn about marketing and communications and social strategy.

We are looking for students who can give a fresh, friendly, authentic take on life as a WashU student while adhering to brand voice. Content may take a variety of forms (print, digital, blog, social media, etc.) and may be distributed via multiple platforms with the goal of increasing interest and engagement among high school students.

Student Content Creators will spend a minimum of four hours each week on projects. This position will include both remote and in-office time depending on the project and current public health guidance.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Act as a key creator in developing admissions office content for social media channels and blog.
• Use knowledge of WashU and student life to help in the development of creative content

Required Skills/Characteristics: 

• Full-time undergraduate student in good standing
• All academic backgrounds are welcome
• Strong communication skills are required
• A willingness to be outgoing when needed is a plus
• Photo/video skills are a plus but are not necessarily required
• Must be able to work independently and meet deadlines

Application

The application will be available in Handshake.

Questions?

Please reach out to Amy Heisler at AHeisler@wustl.edu.