Become an Ambassador

How to Become an Ambassador

Are you a curious student who is open to learning new things? As a paid Ambassador, you will explore STEM opportunities in research, gain mentorship and experience leadership development. Students who complete our program will be exposed to paid internships and other programs at MUSC. 

Program Dates

• August 20 to October 29, 2024
  
• Tuesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (dinner and pre-meeting activities from 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
• We will meet at the Medical University of South Carolina, located downtown Charleston

Eligibility

• At least 16 years old
• A rising 11th-grade student in Charleston County
• Interested in learning more about STEM opportunities in substance research
• An individual from at least one of the groups that are underrepresented in STEM:
  
  • Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and other Pacific Islander
  • American Indian
  • Black or African American
  • Hispanic or Latino
  • An individual with disabilities
  • An individual impacted by socio-economic disparities
  • An individual impacted by gender disparities

Benefits

• Ambassadors are paid for their time and will have paid internships available to them
• Explore STEM opportunities at MUSC (tours and exposure to other MUSC programs)
• Connect with STEM Professionals
• Join a community of future STEM leaders 

Next Steps