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Work Study Ascend Ambassador
Posting Details
Position Information Title Work Study Ascend Ambassador
Position Description Program Information:
Ascend is designed to provide individualized and holistic academic support to students on academic intervention. The program includes a specialized orientation session highlighting tools for success, required meetings with an academic advisor, and individualized semester planning and academic coaching utilizing resources in the Academic Achievement Center (AAC)
Position Information:
The Ascend Ambassador supports student engagement, outreach, and community-building efforts within the Ascend program. This paid student employment position is intended for students who have participated in Ascend and are interested in supporting and encouraging fellow students through peer leadership, mentorship, and advocacy. This position recognizes that students' experiences are unique. Ambassadors are never expected to disclose personal challenges or share details of their academic journey beyond what they are comfortable discussing.
Responsibilities for this role include:
Commit approximately 10 hours per week during the academic semester based on work-study eligibility and departmental needs
Attend scheduled team meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities
Support Ascend events, workshops, orientations, and outreach initiatives
Serve as a peer mentor, role model, and resource for students participating in Ascend
Assist with communication efforts utilizing Microsoft Office, Canva, social media, video, and other platforms
Help create, organize, and distribute student resources and promotional materials
Strong communication and organizational skills
Assist with event preparation, setup, check-in, and breakdown
Represent the Ascend program at campus events, presentations, and information tables
Contribute to program promotion through student-generated content, reflections, testimonials, or stories, based on individual comfort level and personal choice
Share strategies, successes, and lessons learned that may help encourage and support fellow students, when comfortable doing so
Help foster a welcoming community that celebrates growth, resilience, and academic progress
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for students from diverse backgrounds and experiences
Support general program and office needs as assigned
Serve as a positive representative of the Ascend program and BSU community Eligibility requirements:
Must be a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student registered for a minimum of six credits for the Fall 2026 semester.
Must have Work Study award in your financial aid package Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of the Ascend program and BSU community
Participation in the Ascend program for at least one semester at BSU
Good academic standing Physical Demands Special Conditions for Eligibility Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer. EEO Statement Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law. Hourly Rate $15 per hour
Posting Detail Information Posting Number Stu06024P
Open Date Close Date 09/30/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:
Denise Manning
d3manning@bridgew.edu