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Above: SOAR Student Ambassadors at William Mead show off their official Ambassador tees! Below: Student Ambassadors at Nickerson Gardens table and share resources at SOAR's Community Summer Resource Fair.
SOAR's Ambassador Program was established in 2021 to deepen the presence of Project SOAR across HACLA's public housing communities.
In Fall 2025, we launched the inaugural cohort of Student Ambassador Interns as part of a new pilot initiative. This paid, four-month internship offers college students the opportunity to engage with their communities, support Project SOAR’s content and outreach efforts, and build valuable leadership and professional skills.
What SOAR Student Ambassadors Do:
Serve as a positive representative of Project SOAR.
Create student-focused digital content (e.g. social media posts & newsletter resources) to engage the HACLA community.
Assist with special projects and outreach campaigns.
Collaborate with the SOAR team to identify community needs and help shape future college access programming.
Complete America Needs You’s 5-week FirstGenU career development curriculum.
Pictured above: (Left) Student Ambassador at Avalon Gardens tabling at a community event. (Right) SOAR Ambassadors join SOAR's Education Navigators to engage their communities through door-to-door canvassing and outreach at Estrada Courts.
BECOME A SOAR STUDENT AMBASSADOR
Fall 2025
Our Student Ambassador application is now CLOSED.
Complete our Interest Form to receive updates once the application opens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to be a FALL 2025 Student ambassador?
Who can apply to be a FALL 2025 Student ambassador?
In order to apply, applicants must:
Be a resident of one of the housing communities where SOAR provides in-person programming. Click here for SOAR's locations.
Be a current SOAR college students, ages 18 to 25, enrolled full-time or part-time at a 4-year, 2-year college, or vocational school.
Attend college in Los Angeles County.
Can commit to the Student Ambassador role from Monday, September 15, 2025 to Friday, December 12, 2025 (4 months)
Be available to work a minimum of 10 hours a month—we remain flexible to school schedules!
what are the benefits of becoming a Student ambassador?
what are the benefits of becoming a Student ambassador?
By becoming a SOAR Student Ambassador, participants will:
Make a difference by creating educational resources and identifying community needs.
Build professional, interpersonal, and leadership skills by engaging with the community & completing a career development curriculum through FirstGenU.
Earn a $1,000 stipend, paid monthly.
Receive a certificate of completion and letter of recommendation.
Strengthen your resume with this impactful internship experience!
where does the program take place?
where does the program take place?
SOAR Ambassadors will be expected to work and participate in program activities in the housing community where they live.
what are the program dates and commitment?
what are the program dates and commitment?
SOAR Ambassadors must be able to commit to the following program dates for Fall 2025:
September 16, 2025: SOAR Student Ambassador Orientation (virtual)
September 16 - December 12, 2025: Internship Program Dates
December 12, 2025: Culmination Celebration (in-person)
SOAR Student Ambassadors must also be available to work a minimum of 10 a month. We remain flexible to student school schedules, when possible.
do i have to pay for the program?
do i have to pay for the program?
There is NO COST to participate in SOAR's Student Ambassador Program. All program activities, snacks, and other program expenses will be covered by Project SOAR.
In fact, SOAR Student Ambassadors receive a $1,000 stipend, distributed in monthly installments over the four-month internship.
MEET OUR STUDENT AMBASSADORS - Summer 2024
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