STEM Ambassadors

Do you have a passion for science, technology, engineering and mathematics and love to gain some leadership skills and build your resume? Then consider applying to be a Montgomery College STEM Ambassador. Please join our team and apply for the STEM Ambassadors program. 

A STEM Ambassador is a student passionate about STEM who wants to share their love of STEM with others. 

What makes a good STEM Ambassador?

• Interested in science, technology, and mathematics
• Good communication skills
• Highly motivated and dependable
• Academically successful
• Available for at least 15 services hours per semester

Benefits of being a STEM Ambassador

• $200 stipend if they meet all of the requirements in the program
  • Volunteer 15 or more hours within the program
  • Attendance is required: students cannot miss more than two meetings
  • Be available to attend the weekly meetings
• Ambassadors are immersed in leadership and public presentation training/experience
• Career readiness workshops
• Opportunities to represent Montgomery College in the community through special events
• Service awards are given annually for hours served between May 1 and April 30.
  • MC Spirit of Service Certificate (20-99 hours)
  • MC Spirit of Service Medalion (100+ hours)
  • MC Spirit of Service Medalion (100+ hours)
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  The MC Serves Databasenew window is a tool to track your hours and earn awards. Some ​volunteer opportunities are listed on this database but all STEM Ambassadors hours will ​be logged individually. The link connects to a website with more information.

Application Process

• Interested students need to complete the application form at the beginning of each semester.
• Applicants will receive an email confirming their application has been received.
• Students will be contacted to schedule an interview if they meet the initial qualifications and there is availability in the program.
• Applicants who are selected to participate in the program will be given instructions regarding next steps.
• Students are welcome to reapply in the future if they are not initially selected for the program.

*When an application is submitted, the applicant will receive an email confirming that their application has been received. If an applicant meets all the initial qualifications, and there is an available seat in the program, the student will be contacted to schedule an interview. Students will be notified of their status after the interview takes place. Applicants selected to participate in the program will be given instructions regarding next steps. If not accepted, students may reapply in a future term.

STEM Ambassadors Application

 

Past STEM Ambassadors

Jane, a biology major, became a STEM Ambassador in her sophomore year. Initially shy, ​she found her voice through leading science workshops for local high school students. Jane ​says, "Being a STEM Ambassador gave me the confidence to speak in public and lead a ​team. It has been a transformative experience."

 

 

 

Mark, an engineering student, joined the program to share his passion for robotics. ​He mentored new students, helping them build their first robots. "I loved seeing the ​excitement in their eyes when their projects came to life," Mark recalls. Through the ​program, Mark developed strong leadership skills and a sense of responsibility.

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