Community College Peer Ambassadors

Apply to Become a Community College Peer Ambassador Today!

The Office of New Student Programs is thrilled to introduce the Community College Peer Ambassador program, designed to enhance the transfer experience for students moving from CUNY community colleges to Baruch College. As a Peer Ambassador, you’ll play a vital role in mentoring and guiding community college students, helping them navigate academic, social, and financial transitions. This exciting opportunity involves providing culturally responsive support, fostering a strong sense of belonging, and assisting with academic planning and the transfer process.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the inaugural cohort. Apply today and help shape the future of this impactful program!

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Community College Peer Ambassador Job Description

The Community College Peer Ambassador program is part of the Office of New Student Program’s (NSP) Title V early intervention initiative aimed at improving the transfer experience for students transitioning from CUNY community colleges to Baruch College. Peer Ambassadors will serve as mentors and guides to students from partner community colleges, helping them navigate the academic and social transitions required for successful transfer. This role includes providing culturally responsive mentoring, promoting a sense of belonging, and assisting with academic planning, financial aid navigation, and general transfer preparation.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with Community College Partners: Work closely with the Office of New Student Programs, Admissions, and CUNY community college partners, to promote the Baruch College transfer pathway and engage students in preparatory activities.
Mentoring and Coaching: Offer mentorship to community college students, offering guidance on academic pathways, transfer requirements, financial aid processes, and career development.
Community Building: Create a welcoming and supportive environment for students to feel confident and prepared for their transfer to Baruch College.
Recruitment and Engagement: Actively recruit students from community colleges to participate in pre-transfer activities and ensure they are connected to resources that will facilitate a smooth transition to Baruch.
Student Support & Workshops: Lead and participate in both in-person and virtual workshops and events for community college students, focusing on important transfer-related topics such as application procedures, financial literacy, career exploration and more.
Support Transition Planning: Help students understand Baruch College’s academic offerings, policies, and available support systems. Advise them on navigating the challenges of transitioning from community college to a four-year institution.
Assist with Admissions Events: Support Baruch undergraduate admissions and onboarding events and engage with transfer students.
Check-in on Transfer Progress: Maintain regular contact with students to encourage them to attend our workshops, check-in on their transfer application progress and actively support students to transfer. Assist students in addressing any challenges they encounter in their path toward Baruch College.
Collaborate with NSP: Consistently meet with the NSP team to ensure the effective execution of the transfer preparation program. Provide feedback and insights from community college students to help improve the program.
Data Collection and Reporting: Document and report interactions with students, providing input on student engagement, challenges, and successes. Assist with program assessment by collecting data on transfer readiness, retention, and student outcomes.
Peer Ambassador Team Collaboration: Collaborate with fellow Peer Ambassadors and the New Student Programs team as active thought partners for Peer Ambassador initiatives.

Requirements:

Must be able to work for the entirety of the academic year (Fall and Spring semesters).
Must be an undergraduate student at Baruch College, maintaining above a 2.5 GPA.
Preferred experience as a community college student or demonstrated knowledge of the community college experience.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to work independently, as well as part of a collaborative team.
Enthusiasm for helping others, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for diverse student populations.
Ability to travel to and engage with students at community college sites.
Preferred experience in peer mentoring, coaching, or advising.
Interest in higher education, student development, and transfer student success.

Time Commitment & Compensation

Community College Peer Ambassadors commit to working for the entirety of the academic year (both the Fall and Spring Semesters). Peer Ambassadors are expected to work ~45 hours each semester at a rate of $18.54 per hour. MetroCards will be provided for the purposes of traveling to community colleges for responsibilities associated with the role.