Global Languages is now seeking undergraduate students to serve as ambassadors for the language group in which they’ve been actively involved for the coming academic year, 2026-2027.

As an ambassador, you’ll play a key role in representing your language group at major on‑campus events, helping to spark interest and enthusiasm across the MIT undergraduate community. You’ll also help spread the word about GL programs and events, and organize informal gatherings for GL students centered on language and cultural exploration—helping to build community and create opportunities for learning and fun outside the classroom.

Applications will be reviewed by a committee of Global Languages lecturers and staff. Selected students will serve as ambassadors for the AY2026–2027 academic year. All applicants will be notified of the committee’s decisions before the end of the current academic year.

Please visit the Student Ambassadors page to view the profiles of the students currently serving in these roles.

Requirements:

  • Must be an undergraduate actively engaged with Global Languages as a current student, with preference given to declared concentrators/minors/majors in one of GL’s language programs
  • Must be a returning student in AY2026-2027

Responsibilities:

  • Represent language groups at promotional events, i.e., Academic Expos, and, whenever possible attend events sponsored by their respective language groups
  • Disseminate information via email/social media about news and events to their student networks/associations
  • Distribute printed materials in their living spaces and elsewhere on campus
  • Serve on GL Steering Committee by attending two meetings per year, one in fall and one in spring, to discuss catalog and curriculum items (only two students needed for each meeting)
  • Organize and host informal events, such as game nights and book clubs, etc.
    • Students can come up with their own ideas and GL provides funding and logistical support

Rewards:

  • Leadership experience
  • Socializing/fun
  • Creative opportunities

Support:

  • The Academic Administrator serves as the “point person” for the student ambassadors to review ideas for activities and events, allocates the budget and takes care of reimbursements, and assists with any logistical planning
  • Students are free and encouraged to collaborate with GL instructors on events planned and hosted by language groups

Application Process:

  • Fill out the online application form
  • Applications are reviewed by GL instructional and administrative staff
  • All applicants are contacted by April 10, 2026

Questions? Contact Joyce Roberge.

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