Engineering Ambassadors

Overview

The Engineering Ambassadors represent the College of Engineering while developing leadership skills and furthering their personal and professional growth. Engineering Ambassadors are involved with activities related to recruiting, retention, outreach and student success. The Engineering Ambassadors promote the goals of the College of Engineering at UC Davis.

Responsibilities
• Lead tours of College of Engineering labs and spaces
• Represent the College of Engineering at outreach/recruitment events such as Aggie Day
• Participate in student panels for alumni, industry and college functions
• Represent the College of Engineering in marketing materials such as photos or promotional videos
Expectations
• Student must commit to three quarters of service in Engineering Ambassadors
• Attend monthly team meetings
• Actively participate in filming for social media content
• Serve as role model for other Engineering Ambassadors
Benefits
• Personal and professional development
• Networking with college leadership, faculty, staff, industry and alumni
• Engagement with fellow engineering students
• Unique and exclusive College of Engineering swag/clothing
• Be part of a fun and exciting team!
Eligibility Requirements
• Must have and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
• Must be an engineering major
• Must have completed at least two quarters in the College of Engineering
Application Requirements
The Engineering Ambassador program is currently full. The application will reopen in early spring. Please contact Catherine Cook for more information.
• Submit an updated Resume that should include leadership, volunteer and work experience
• Submit one Letter of Recommendation or identify one Reference
• Submit a Statement of Interest that should include:
○ The reason(s) for applying to the ambassador program
○ The skills, talents, and/or experiences you bring to the ambassador program
○ How the college has helped you achieve your goals
○ Enthusiasm about the impact of engineering, the College of Engineering and UC Davis
○ Address your personal and professional character, willingness to develop leadership abilities and commitment to serving on a team

Want to hear directly from an Engineering Ambassador about their experiences while you're on an Ambassador-led in-person tour? Register for a tour online!