Global Engineering Ambassadors

Who are the Global Engineering Ambassadors

Global Engineering Ambassadors (GEAs) assist fellow students in discovering various study, research, and service programs abroad within the College of Engineering by sharing their personal experiences and highlighting the available opportunities for engineering students. Ambassadors are expected to speak in classrooms, host information sessions, and participate in university-sponsored tabling events. Applications for Global Engineering Ambassadors open in early October and March each year. Students who have global experience and a passion for the valuable skills and benefits that engineering students can gain through international opportunities are encouraged to apply. 

Time commitments can vary depending on the time of the year, but generally students are asked to be able to commit to 10 hours a semester, including team meetings.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in the College of Engineering

• Must have international experience

• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or higher

• Have experience in or be comfortable with public speaking

• Demonstrate respect for the diverse cultures, languages, interests, and backgrounds of Virginia Tech students

Responsibilities

• Have an enthusiastic and positive attitude toward global experiences

• Complete mandatory ambassador training at the start of the semester and ongoing training in communications and global perspectives

• Provide information and assist students at information tables, helping them identify relevant study, research or service abroad programs

• Help students find funding opportunities for r international experiences

• Staff booths at Global Education Fairs, conduct outreach to engineering organizations, and engage with prospective students at the College of Engineering Open House and other engineering events.  Welcome international exchange students to the college 

Benefits

Global Engineering Ambassadors have the chance to:

• Share their academic and international experiences with others

• Enhance their public speaking and interpersonal skills

• Gain recognition as student leaders

• Enrich their own experiences by engaging with their peers and promoting global opportunities at Virginia Tech

• Assist fellow engineering students in developing global work competencies

Are you enthusiastic about global engineering and eager to share your experiences with others while helping other students achieve their goals?