Apply to be a CWIT K-12 Ambassador!

As we get ready for the upcoming Fall semester, we’re excited to share an opportunity to get involved with CWIT's K-12 Recruitment and Engagement program. We're looking for passionate CWIT Scholars and Affiliates to serve as K-12 Ambassadors for the 2026–2027 academic year!

As a K-12 Ambassador, you’ll play a key role in inspiring K-12 students, especially girls and students from underrepresented groups, to explore their interests in technology, engineering, and computing. You'll also help showcase UMBC and our CWIT program.

What You’ll Do as a K-12 Ambassador:

• CWIT is proud to be a recipient of the Hrabowski Innovation Fund, expanding our K-12 outreach to more Baltimore City students! You will have the opportunity to join our growing K-12 Ambassador Program to help launch new initiatives, inspire future STEM leaders, and make a meaningful impact in our community.  
• Assist with fun, engaging computing and engineering activities for K-12 students.
• Co-host virtual or in-person events that promote CWIT and UMBC to high schoolers.
• Support and participate in events planned by CWIT staff and K-12 Leads.

Application Deadline: September 6, 2026

No interview is required, just be sure to clearly highlight your interests and experience in the form! You’ll receive training and resources to help you successfully engage with K-12 students.

2026-2027 K-12 Ambassador Application

Thank you and we hope you’ll consider applying! If you have any questions, please reach out to CWIT Assistant Director, Jor'Danna Davis at jabdavis@umbc.edu.