Career Ambassador in Bedford

Career Ambassador

About Middlesex Community College:

Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education to prepare individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.

The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a work environment where our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan.

Job Description:

Title: Career Ambassador

Department: Office of Career Integrated Learning

Reports to: Dean of Career Integrated Learning

Date: September 9, 2026

General Summary: The Career Ambassador will work with OCIL staff to provide student services related to career exploration, professional development and Learn & Earn opportunities. The position offers a unique opportunity to develop the following professional skills: problem solving, teamwork, sales & marketing, research, one-on-one and group communication, customer service - all of which are highly valued by employers across all industries.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Increase students' familiarity with and utilization of Handshake and Focus2
• Assist with career fairs, represent Office of Career Integrated Learning [OCIL] at open houses and other relevant campus-wide events
• Assist OCIL staff in editing students' resumes and cover letters
• Help students create / update LinkedIn profiles
• Help with data management and research projects, as needed
• In collaboration with OCIL staff, prepare and deliver presentations to students to promote key programs, best practices and resources
• Ensure smooth running of OCIL by proactively assisting with various administrative tasks
• Offer one-to-one and group peer mentoring opportunities for Learn & Earn students

Requirements:

• Must be in good academic and student conduct standing
• Experience working in an office and/or in a role involving professional written communication
• Must maintain a minimum overall GPA of 2.75
• Excellent communication and writing skills; solid basic computing skills
• Enthusiastic about the OCIL mission, eager to learn and highly dependable
• Demonstrated ability to quickly establish rapport and work well with students from diverse backgrounds and with various academic needs
• Strong time management skills, proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment experience requirements]

Additional Information:

Location: Bedford campus with occasional travel to Lowell as needed, if transportation is available

Hours: 12 - 18 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire,

Expected Start Date: September 2026

Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply online by submitting:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Pre-Employment Requirements:

The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.

Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.edu.

Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3546 or careers@middlesex.edu.