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About the CPHR Alberta Campus Ambassador Program

Campus Ambassadors are volunteer liaisons between CPHR Alberta and post-secondary campuses. Ambassadors share information about CPHR Alberta events and updates on the designation. The connection between CPHR Alberta and HR students helps prepare students for success. In turn, Ambassadors help CPHR Alberta grow and thrive as an association.

We are looking for volunteer Ambassadors from our accredited post-secondary institutions! 

Why Become a Campus Ambassador?

Being a Campus Ambassador gives you an opportunity to grow your network. Ambassadors can grow their student network by collaborating with fellow Ambassadors and presenting on campus.

As you prepare to graduate, this program helps connect you with the HR and business community. Networking is such an important element of growing your career and this is a great way to get started!

Being an Ambassador can make your resume stand out. The tasks you complete and skills you learn from this opportunity are valuable to have on your resume. Here are some responsibilities you may be able to highlight:

  • Developing promotional campaigns
  • Setting deadlines
  • Creating high-value programs at little-to-no-cost
  • working with CPHR Alberta staff, faculty and students to achieve tangible results 

Volunteer Roles Available

Ambrose University

  • Campus Ambassador
  • Deputy Campus Ambassador

Athabasca University

  • Campus Ambassador
  • Deputy Campus Ambassador

Bow Valley College

  • Campus Ambassador

Concordia University Edmonton

  • Campus Ambassador
  • Deputy Campus Ambassador

MacEwan University

  • Campus Ambassador
  • Deputy Campus Ambassador

Mount Royal University

  • Campus Ambassador
  • Deputy Campus Ambassador

NAIT

  • Campus Ambassador
  • Deputy Campus Ambassador

NorQuest College

  • Campus Ambassador

Red Deer Polytechnic

  • Campus Ambassador

SAIT

  • Campus Ambassador
  • Deputy Campus Ambassador

University of Alberta

  • Campus Ambassador
  • Deputy Campus Ambassador

University of Calgary

  • Campus Ambassador
  • Deputy Campus Ambassador

University of Lethbridge

  • Campus Ambassador
  • Deputy Campus Ambassador

About the Campus Ambassador and Deputy Ambassador Positions

Campus Ambassadors and Deputy Campus Ambassadors work together to be liaisons between CPHR Alberta and their campus community.

Campus Ambassadors

Campus Ambassadors will graduate no earlier than spring 2025. Ambassadors are the primary contact between CPHR Alberta and their student body. Ambassadors lead initiatives and programs at their post-secondary institution.

Deputy Campus Ambassadors

Deputy Ambassadors will graduate no earlier than Spring 2026. Deputy Ambassadors act as a support to the Ambassadors and CPHR Alberta.

Both Roles Report to:

Avi Sidhu, Post-Secondary Coordinator

asidhu@cphrab.ca 403.541.8711

Roles and Responsibilities

The roles and responsibilities of a Campus Ambassador and Deputy Campus Ambassador include the following, but are not limited to:

  • Delivering short presentations in classes
  • Liaising with targeted student groups (e.g. student clubs)
  • Being comfortable engaging in conversations with professionals. These professionals include senior HR leaders and CPHR Alberta staff
  • Submitting association events and programs to be posted on the internal campus calendar
  • Engaging with CPHR Alberta's social media posts (LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram)
  • Strategizing and launching word of mouth campaigns on campus
  • Collaborating through monthly meetings with other Campus Ambassadors and CPHR Alberta. Meetings happen via Go-to-Webinar, conference calls, or in-person
  • Promoting the CPHR designation and association’s brand at campus events with the support of CPHR Alberta
  • Help organize information sessions hosted by faculty when CPHR Alberta staff are onsite
  • Attending CPHR Alberta events, as needed
  • Assist in focus groups by gathering and presenting the feedback to CPHR Alberta
  • Developing creative ideas to assist with campus outreach efforts
  • Gather resources and information to increase student-focused program offerings from CPHR Alberta

Qualifications and Eligibility

  • Applicants must be CPHR Alberta members
  • Applicants must be a full-time student enrolled in the post-secondary institution that they are applying for and have a Human Resources major/concentration/specialization and/or emphasis
  • Campus Ambassadors must be in the third year of their four-year program and will graduate no earlier than June 2025
    • Exception: Students enrolled in an HR diploma program must be in the first year of their program and graduate no earlier than June 2026   
  • Deputy Campus Ambassadors must be in the second year of their four-year program and graduate no earlier than June 2026
  • Ambassadors must attend nine out of 12 Ambassador meetings in a one-year term
  • Must be an enthusiastic and active student on campus. Preference given to students who have participated in student clubs, student organizations, and have attended professional development events
  • Reliable and committed
  • Strong communication and people skills
  • Friendly professional who is flexible and has great time management skills
  • May be asked to travel to events

Time Commitment

This cohort of Campus and Deputy Campus Ambassadors will serve until September 30, 2024. Ambassadors meet with their chapter and CPHR Alberta for one hour each month. You must attend at least nine of the 12 meetings in their one-year term. Ambassadors may be asked to complete work between meetings. The approximate average time for this work is two-three hours per month.

Application Process

Applications open June 7, 2023. The deadline for applications is August 31, 2023. Please attach a letter of recommendation from your professor or instructor supporting your application and an updated resume.  

APPLY HERE

Timeline

  • June 7 - applications open
  • August 31 - applications close  
  • Week of September 4 - applications reviewed, and selected members contacted
  • Week of September 11 – interviews
  • September 19 - appointment letter dispersed
  • Week of September 29 – training and orientation session

Questions?

Avi Sidhu, Post-Secondary Coordinator 
asidhu@cphrab.ca | 403.541.8711