How to apply
To be eligible to apply, you must:
- Be available for two shifts Monday through Thursday and weekly training
- Be a current Western Michigan University undergraduate student
- Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5
- For the tour guide position, be graduating no earlier than two semesters after your start date
Time commitment
Tour guides must be able to work two of the following shifts Monday through Thursday. A competitive application will also have availability Fridays and Saturdays.
- Monday through Thursday from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
- Monday through Thursday from 1- 3 p.m.
In addition to work shifts, Ambassadors must be available for one weekly training session throughout the fall and spring semesters. Two training times are offered—Mondays or Tuesdays from 5 to 6 p.m.
The hiring process
- Students submit online applications that are evaluated by the Student Ambassador hiring team.
- Students are selected from the pool of applicants and are offered in-person interviews. (A second interview may be conducted. )
- After all interviews have been conducted, final selections and offers are made.
"Every year I get new opportunities and I always love to try new things! I would’ve never expected to be good at some of the things that the student ambassador Office has allowed me to try for the first time." - Ella W
"One of my favorite parts of being a student ambassador is the amazing team I get to work with. I love being able to work with them to help out potential students and their families." - Sydney K
"I really enjoyed meeting current students from outside my major and connecting with potential students to determine what was important to them in deciding their future." Maddie C, 2021