Federal Work Study (FWS) Internship Program: All Virginia (AVA) Ambassador (Student Wage)

Commonwealth Partnerships & All Virginia (AVA) 

All Virginia (AVA) is dedicated to helping UVA pursue its vision of being great and good — a University that serves the public, welcomes students from all walks of life, and makes an excellent education affordable for Virginia families. All Virginia is a program of the Commonwealth Partnerships unit within the Enrollment division.  

As a part of the All Virginia team, AVA Ambassadors will further the team’s mission, including: 

• Expanding engagement with college access efforts in schools and communities 

• Ensuring that the steps to apply and enroll at UVA are clear and approachable 

• Sharing the academic opportunities available at UVA and how powerful financial aid puts those opportunities in reach 

• Supporting college completion and career readiness for students from AVA communities 

• Cultivating on-Grounds experiences that are culturally relevant and responsive to the needs of AVA students 

AVA Ambassador Position Description  

Outreach Responsibilities 

AVA Ambassadors will collaborate with professional staff to create and host initiatives that will intentionally engage with AVA schools and build stronger relationships between AVA schools and the University. Some examples:  

• Provide tours to visiting Commonwealth Partnerships schools  

• Serve on student panels throughout the academic year  

• Support events such as AVA/AdviseVA Group Visit Days, Days on the Lawn (DOTL), and other relevant Enrollment events 

• Assist with projects that assess the needs of AVA schools and develop a proposal to intentionally engage with them.  

• Potentially visit AVA schools throughout the Commonwealth for Admitted Student Celebrations and engage as an alum of the school 

• Potentially provide FAFSA assistance to All Virginia alumni 

• Participate in surveys and focus groups about their college-going experience 

Communications Responsibilities  

• Photograph and video events and student testimonials as needed 

• Create graphics for All Virginia events and newsletters as needed, using Canva 

• Write post-cards and send emails to prospective students and school partners 

• Serve as representatives in AVA marketing campaigns 

Meetings and Professional Development 

• Attend all trainings and planning sessions, including weekly trainings. Weekly trainings will likely be 3:30PM-4:30PM every Friday 

• Attend the Spring Semester Retreat that will be held on Friday, August 28th or Saturday, August 29th  

• Attend all 1:1 supervision and all-team meetings with professional staff 

• Complete required trainings through the Office of Youth Protection 

• Attend other trainings and Workday modules as assigned 

General Responsibilities 

• Welcome and assist group visitors in a friendly and professional manner; ensure guests are well-resourced and aware of the services and programs offered by the University 

• Staff events as needed; help with event check-ins, setup and breakdown of event spaces, and assist with catering needs 

• Work all assigned shifts and be willing to cover other shifts as needed to ensure full coverage. 

• Assist professional staff with administrative tasks, such as copying, scanning, and filing documents, as well as special projects and tasks as assigned 

In addition to the job duties and responsibilities outlined above, this position will participate in a structured internship experience through the Internship Placement Program (IPP). If selected, interns must enroll in either UNST 3910 (1 cr.) or UNST 3920 (1 cr.) for the Fall or Spring semester and will be assigned additional responsibilities to incorporate experiential learning and develop workforce readiness competencies based on the NACE identified goals. In addition, interns will receive regular feedback from supervisors related to job performance and skill development. Internships are best suited for students in their 2nd – 4th years. 

Terms of Employment 

• Hours: Shifts are scheduled between 9:00AM-5PM. After hours shifts may occur as early as 7AM or as late as 7PM during special event days and when traveling. 

• Hours Per Week: Minimum of 5 hrs/wk and up to 20 hrs/wk. Hours will differ based on AVA needs and FWS availability. 

• Pay Rate: $16 per hour 

• Duration: 2026-2027 Academic Year. Continued employment beyond Spring 2027 is available and contingent on successful completion of the fall and spring semesters.  

• Position responsibilities may change depending on strategic priorities and the needs of Commonwealth Partnerships. 

Please submit a resume with your application. Position will remain open until filled. Priority will be given to first round applicants, and the first round review of applications will begin April 10th. Second round interviews will begin April 17th. Interviews will be ongoing throughout both review periods, and final decisions will be released by May 1st. 

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.