Student Brand Ambassador - Hofstra University

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If you are enthusiastic about education, using your skills and talents to help improve people’s lives, and interested in working on a team of professionals at a globally respected education organization- you’ve found the right place. At Kaplan, we’re passionate about what we do and who we do it for.

Unyielding determination to make a difference in people's lives through the power of education- That is Kaplan. For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are the intersection of education and technology- providing our students and clients with an experience that not only allows them to achieve their goals, but also ignites lifelong learning. Kaplan’s culture of collaboration, innovation, and creativity truly makes Kaplan a great place to work and positions us to continue to deliver a best-in-class educational experience.

The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those that want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them.

If you are a go-getter, involved on your campus, and want to use your skills to help improve student’s lives through education, we are looking for highly motivated Student Brand Ambassadors to join our Kaplan family. In this position, you will increase Kaplan’s visibility on campus, or virtually, through various initiatives and activities, including grassroots marketing, lead generation, relationship building, social media, and more.

The Kaplan Student Ambassador role is a paid position with competitive compensation and incentivized lead and enrollment targets. The hours are flexible based on business needs and ~5 to 15+ hours per week. The position includes a paid training program with the information and tools you need to help you be a successful Student Ambassador.

Primary/Key Responsibilities:

• Use your existing connections to build and strengthen Kaplan relationships with student organizations

• Generate leads through a variety of on-campus initiatives and social media efforts, including club meetings, Kaplan events, and social media sharing

• Execute grassroots marketing initiatives, including on-campus tables, fairs, flyers, and more

• Develop new relationships, and establish partnerships, with influential student groups and organizations

• Present to students on campus to share how Kaplan’s products and resources will help them achieve their goals 

• Create and share content through personal social media channels to engage students with the Kaplan brand and experience 

• Use your knowledge and expertise of your campus to bring Kaplan to relevant campus activities and initiatives

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify on-campus event opportunities (including school fairs, club/organization meetings)

• Support students who are ready to enroll in a course by connecting them with the appropriate test prep advisor

Education and Experience: 

• Level of Education: Current sophomore, junior, or senior on campus

• Skills: 

  • Engaged in your campus community or an active member or leader of a student club or organization

  • Active on social media with an engaged audience and strong digital presence 

  • Skilled in finding relevant student groups and fostering those relationships

  • Creative problem solver with excellent communication skills

  • Able to manage multiple initiatives while working independently and remotely

• Personal Attributes: 

  • Able to work in a virtual role while staying active, engaged, and responsive with your manager

  • Must be a proactive, self-starter and motivated with excellent time management skills

  • High energy with a get-it-done attitude

Kaplan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All positions with Kaplan are paid at least $15 per hour or $31,200 per year for full-time positions.  Compensation for specific positions are based on job level, skills, years of experience, and education, among other factors.  Additionally, certain positions are bonus or commission eligible.  Information regarding benefits can be found here.

At Kaplan, we believe in attracting, rewarding, and retaining exceptional talent. Our compensation philosophy is designed to be competitive within the market, reflecting the value we place on the skills, experience, and contributions of our employees, while taking into account labor market trends and total rewards.

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Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.  There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.

Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.