International Student Ambassador
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Job no: 556302
Work type: Student Assistant
Location: Chico
Categories: Administrative, Temporary, Part Time, On-site (work in-person at business location), Unit 15 - CSUEU - Student Assistants
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:
Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with bilingual and/or diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.
| Position Title: |
International Student Ambassador
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| College/Unit/Division: |
International Education and Global Engagement, AA |
| Department/School: |
International Student and Scholar Services |
| Application Deadline: |
4/12/26
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| Seasonal Role Working Dates: |
Fall 2026 and Spring 2027
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| Student Employee Classification Level: |
Student Employee III - $17.50
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| Position Available for the Following Funding Types: |
Both – Federal Work Study and Non-Work Study
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| Location Type: |
On-site |
| Role Description: |
The Office of International Education and Global Engagement (IEGE) at California State University, Chico is hiring for 2 successful applicants for our International Student Ambassador Position for the 2026-27 academic year. This position is anticipated to be 8-10 hours per week. This position supports the transition and success of new international students at Chico State. Ambassadors serve as peer mentors, share their experiences, and help build a welcoming and inclusive campus community through orientation programs, outreach, and engagement activities. The position pays $17.50 per hour.
Description of Duties:
- Attend mandatory weekly in-person leadership meetings
- Serve as a peer mentor to new International Wildcats
- Communicate with prospective International Wildcats
- Plan, organize, and implement events for International Wildcats
- Create virtual engagement content for IEGE social media and web platforms
- Attend campus events and share international student experience/perspective and/or give input
- Assist IEGE admissions staff by participating in calling campaigns, education fairs, and student focus groups
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Eligibility Criteria:
- Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must reside in Chico and be enrolled during the entire 2026-27 academic year
- Experience living and studying abroad (in a country where you did not grow up)
- Availability for mandatory training on Monday, August 10, 2026 and to work at International Wildcat Orientation events between August 18 – 19, 2026 & possibly January 19-20,2027
- Some responsibilities may require evening or weekend availability, particularly during orientation programs and special events
- Must have also completed one or more of the following:
1. volunteered in the past year as a Global Ally or similar mentor program
2. Completed first-year experience course with a B or higher
3. served in a leadership position for a student organization
4. completed a course with a leadership focus with a B or higher
5. held a job as an employee for at least one year
6. Fluency in a second language
This position requires a background check before a job offer can be given.
Exceptions to the minimum eligibility qualifications may be granted at the sole discretion of the University.
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| Applicants Must Provide: |
- Resume (required)
- Class schedule / availability (required)
- Current unofficial transcript (required)
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| Job-related questions should be directed to: |
- Jerry Fieldsted
- 530-898-5415
- jfieldsted@csuchico.edu
- SSC 440
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Additional Information:
All work must be performed within the State of California.
Compliance training completion (approx. 4 hours of work time) is required of this position within the first 30 days of work.
The person holding this position is not considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
For disability-related accommodations, please call the ADA Coordinator at (530) 898-5959.
All positions are contingent on funding.
Chico State is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status and only employ individuals authorized to work in the U.S.
CSU, Chico's Annual Security Report includes summaries of institutional policy relating to campus safety, drug and alcohol use, sexual assault, and other matters. The report is published in compliance with the Clery Act and includes three years of certain crime statistics that occurred in Clery Act defined geography. A paper copy of the report may be requested in person at CSU, Chico Police Department or by calling 530-898-5555. It is also available on the web at Annual Security & Fire Safety Report.
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