TRIO Student Ambassador Student Employee, #1023

The TRIO Student Ambassador position is designed to provide an opportunity for current Oakton/TRIO students to connect with new and returning Oakton TRIO students and provide guidance and advice. TRIO Student Ambassadors may expect to further develop their leadership skills and become involved in organizing opportunities and events that help to enhance the academic, social, cultural, and leadership experiences for all current Oakton TRIO students.

The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has identified 8 career readiness competencies that broadly prepare college students for a successful transition into the workplace. Listed in alphabetical order, they include:

1. Career and Self-Development (CD)

2. Communication (CM)

3. Critical Thinking (CT)

4. Equity and Inclusion (EI)

5. Leadership (LD)

6. Professionalism (PF)

7. Teamwork (TW)

8. Technology (TC)

For more information about the NACE Career Readiness Competencies, please visit: www.naceweb.org/career-readiness/competencies/career-readiness-defined/.

- Must be a TRIO participant.

- Student must attend a full training session. Date TBD.

- Cumulative 2.0 GPA and currently in Good Academic Standing.

- Enrolled in at least six credit hours during fall and spring semester.

- Eligible to work in the United States.

- Preference may be given to students eligible for continued employment through Fall 2027. 

Students must submit an application and resume through the Student Employment online portal.