SCAD Student Leadership Programs

Application Process:

Applicants should complete the following steps:

Step 1. Decide which position(s) you would like to apply for and complete the online application. Hardcopy applications will not be accepted. Applications are due no later than Wednesday, February 6 by Noon. Click here to view a pdf of the application.

Step 2. Sign up for your individual interview. You will need to schedule one interview for each position in which you are applying. You must sign up for your interview no later than Wednesday, February 6 by Noon.

Step 3. Attend a Student Leadership Prep Session facilitated by Career and Alumni Success. During this session, we will provide an overview of the recruitment process and CAS will review your resume and cover letter and assist you preparing for the student leadership interview. Attending a prep session is optional, but will increase your chances for success during the Student Leadership Recruitment Process.

Step 4. Complete your resume. Your resume should include the following areas: education, employment history, student activities or volunteer experience, applicable skills and any honors or awards you have received. Please bring one copy of your resume for each position in which you are applying.

Step 5. Create a professional cover letter for each position in which you are applying. This cover letter should outline your interest and applicable skills.

Step 6. Complete the supplemental questions and application materials associated with your position (if needed).

Step 7. Attend the LEAD Conference (Friday, February 1, 2013) to learn more about building your leadership skills.

Step 8. Attend the Individual Interview Day (Friday, February 8, 2013 at the SCAD Student Center). Please bring the following items with you to your interview:

• Resume (one copy for each position)
• Cover letter (one copy for each position)
• Supplemental questions  (if required for your position(s))
• Student Leader Recommendation (if required for your position(s))
• RA Applicants only: RA Supplemental Application Material

Positions Available

Department: Admission

• Student Ambassador (Contact: Gabriela LaRosa, gesteves@scad.edu)
• Pre-College: Rising Star Assistant or Summer Seminars Assistant (Contact: Katie Hurley, khurley@scad.edu)

Department: Counseling and Student Support Services

• Jump Start Student Assistant (Contact: Lita Clary, lclary@scad.edu)

Department: International Student Services Office

• CAPP Assistant (Contact: Brook Serrano, bserrano@scad.edu)
• CAPP Resident Assistant (Contact: Brook Serrano, bserrano@scad.edu)
• International Orientation Assistant (Contact: Brook Serrano, bserrano@scad.edu)

Department: Residence Life and Housing

• Resident Assistant (Contact: Jason Rigsbee, jrigsbee@scad.edu)

Department: Student Involvement

• Orientation Assistant (Contact: Trey Reckling, trecklin@scad.edu)
• SERVE Coordinator (Contact: Trey Reckling, trecklin@scad.edu)
• Student Activities Council Coordinator  (Contact: Gina Mercanti, gmercant@scad.edu)

Need more information?

• Please refer to the SCAD Student Employment page for additional notes on eligibility for positions. Some positions are offered through the Work-Study program. If you have specific questions pertaining to this, please contact the specific department you desire to work for.
• Check out our list of Frequently Asked Questions or attend one of our information sessions. Session schedule to come.