Business Student Ambassador
Program :: Fall 2014
CONTACT. CONNECT.
SUCCESS.
Get paid to talk on the
phone!!
The College of Business Administration
is looking for energetic, dedicated
Business Student Ambassadors
The Business Student Ambassador plays a
very important role in the College of Business Administration.
The goal of the Business Ambassador program is to establish contact with new business students
throughout their first semester by phone, email and WebCt. Ambassadors help new business students
become successful by providing valuable information about important resources and being a primary
point of contact for new students.
Students selected to be a Business Student Ambassador will enjoy opportunities to enhance their
leadership, interpersonal, and public speaking skills while gaining valuable knowledge about the CBA,
Sac State and will enjoy working with CBA students, staff, faculty and campus administrators.
Ambassadors must have the desire to interact positively with other students, have
exceptional telephone skills, the ability to work a minimum of two nights per week
between the hours of 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm, and assist with CBA special events. Must be
a declared business major with at least a 2.75 GPA, and have a great attitude about
Sac State and the College of Business Administration.
If you can….
:: Talk on the phone with new business students
:: Provide information with accuracy and professionalism
:: Develop and foster a connection between new students and the College of Business Administration
:: Play key role in several business functions
:: Speak clearly, and naturally on the phone
:: Show a positive and professional attitude
:: Have a good understanding of Sac State and the College of Business Administration
:: Use computer programs including Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, and Outlook [email]
:: Work 2-3 early evenings each week, for about 6-8 hours per week
:: Work independently, with minimal supervision in a detail oriented work environment
…then you’d be a great Business Student Ambassador!
Applications deadline: June 23
Interviews will take place beginning the week of July 14
Training will take place the week of August 18
Work begins the week of September 8
For questions, please contact Business Student Services at 916-278-5875
:: We hope to have you as a part of our Business Student Ambassador Team ::
Primary job functions include:
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Initiate contact with new business majors by telephone at three different times during the new
student’s first semester. Student Ambassadors will be assigned a specific group of students to call.
Log each call utilizing computer software to accurately record and track contacts.
Maintain an adequate working knowledge of basic information about the College of Business
Administration and Sac State.
Assist in the implementation of on- and off-campus events.
Assist in the preparation, tallying, and analysis of data generated from telephone calls.
Contact various campus sources for additional information to be sent to students as a
follow-up to phone calls.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Hours/Schedule:
Generally speaking, a Business Student Ambassador will be expected to work a minimum of 6-10 hours per
week. These hours are typically 2-3 hour shifts. Work hours are Monday through Friday, anywhere between
4:00pm to 9:00pm, with occasional hours during the week for email and WebCt. Additional hours will be
available during special events and at on- or off-campus new student orientations. We will be looking for 2 - 3
students for this program for the Fall 2014 semester.
Pay rate
Business Student Ambassadors will earn $8.50 / hour
Application and Hiring Process
1. The application deadline is June 23, 2014. Please include the following:
a. Completed application form [attached]
b. Resume highlighting campus and/or community leadership positions, awards, and recognitions
c. Unofficial Transcript from My Sac State
2. A formal personal interview will be conducted for qualified candidates during the week of July 14,
2014
3. Training will be the week of August 18
4. Students hired to be Business Student Ambassadors will begin working the week of September 3,
2014.
Benefits
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Letter of recommendation/professional reference
Gain leadership experience
Great pay with flexible hours; can easily work two jobs
Make a difference and help other students
199 could be a possibility (case by case basis).
Key role in Finding Your Future, Pathway to Success, and Commencement events
Recognized at Awards Banquet.
8. Free food (occasionally)
Business Student Ambassador Application – Fall 2014
Please submit your completed application to:
Business Student Services, Tahoe Hall 1037
Deadline: June 23, 2014
Include the following:
1) Application 2) Resume 3) Unofficial Transcript from My Sac State 4) Essay
Name:
Student/Campus ID :
Street
City
Phone Number
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Class Year
Jr.
Sr.
Cell Phone
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State
Zip Code
Email
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Concentration(s) in Business Major:
Grad
How many units have you completed:
When will you graduate: Semester:
How many units are you taking in Fall 2013?
Year:
Experience and Leadership: Do you have another job on- or off-campus?
If yes, how many hours/week?
Do you have any Telemarketing or Telephone experience?
If yes, please describe:
Yes
Yes
No
No
References: Please list two professional references [Supervisor, Faculty, etc. Not friends/family]
Name
Department
Email
Phone#
Essay:
1. Please tell us about your school involvement including clubs, offices/leadership roles held,
scholarships, internships, projects and any awards you have received:
2. Please tell us why you would like to be a Business Student Ambassador: