EOP Leadership Opportunities
EOP Leadership Opportunities
The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) empowers students to lead with purpose and make an impact. Through a range of leadership opportunities, including serving as EOP Ambassadors, CAASE Student Assistants and Summer Bridge Leaders, EOP students develop professional skills, build community, and inspire others to succeed. Whether guiding new students, planning events, or representing EOP across campus, our leaders gain hands-on experience that prepares them for life beyond graduation. Leadership in EOP is more than a role, it’s a chance to uplift others and leave a lasting legacy.
CAASE Student Assistants
Applications for the following positions are available on Handshake as positions become available. Please come by the EOP office or email [email protected] for details regarding the actual process.
CAASE student assistants gain professional skills while working towards their undergraduate degrees. Some of the tasks they perform include:
- answering a multi-line telephone
- taking accurate messages or referring callers as appropriate
- making appointments for students
- making phone calls to remind students of appointments
- informing users of program services and directing them to the proper resource
- accurately filing and retrieving student files
- performing simple data entry
- photocopying, sending faxes, making campus deliveries
- performing other basic clerical tasks as needed
The required work skills include:
- customer service skills
- ability to work independently
- learn new information quickly
- follow complex directions
- familiarity with office protocol, including confidentiality, punctuality, and professionalism
- strong alphabetization and computer typing skills
Priority will be given to applicants who have overcome barriers like those confronting program participants. Average work hours are 5-10 per week.
EOP Admissions Student Ambassadors
The EOP Admissions Student Ambassadors assist with tracking EOP application materials, answering the EOP Admissions phone line to answer general EOP admissions questions and refer other calls to staff, and gathering application materials from the SSU Office of Admissions. The ambassadors work under the direction of the EOP admissions coordinator.
Interested in applying? Please come by the EOP office or email [email protected] for details.
Summer Bridge Leader
Summer Bridge Leaders (SBLs) play a key role in organizing, facilitating, and supervising both academic and recreational activities during the Summer Bridge program. They provide essential support and guidance, helping students transition smoothly to college life. SBLs also oversee and actively participate in the program's on-campus residential experience, ensuring a positive and engaging environment for all participants.