Student Ambassador & Mentorship Program (SAMP)
The Student Ambassador & Mentorship Program (SAMP) offers leadership and professional development, peer mentoring, and community-building to empower students to thrive academically and personally. SAMP welcomes all students and intentionally centers those who identify as women, non-binary, trans, and/or LGBTQIA2+. All students who meet the SUCCESS Program eligibility criteria are invited to participate.
Students may join SAMP as either a Success Scholar or a Success Ambassador. Each participant is assigned a professional Success Coach and engages in workshops, trainings, and social events aligned with SAMP’s core values: leadership, professional development, and community. Scholars are also matched with a Success Ambassador for additional peer support. Learning Coach support is available by appointment to help students strengthen academic skills.
SAMP is more than a program—it’s a community built on peer support, shared growth, and student success.
Benefits: General Membership
All Success Scholars and Ambassadors receive:
- Individual support from a Success Coach and Learning Coach
- Ongoing professional development, training, and teambuilding
- Participation in a vibrant community of peers
- Use of the welcoming Success Center (Campus Center 323)
- Recognition at Commencement with SAMP regalia
Eligibility for All Participants
SAMP intentionally serves students from groups historically underrepresented in higher education. To participate, students must meet at least one of the eligibility criteria defined by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for SUCCESS Programs.
- Economically disadvantaged students (Pell Grant eligible)
- First-generation college students
- Racially minoritized students (Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and other Students of Color)
- Students with disabilities
- LGBTQIA2+ students
Learn more at masscc.org/success-program
Success Scholar Role
Success Scholars are students who participate in SAMP’s workshops, mentorship, and events. Each Scholar is assigned a professional Success Coach and is matched with a Success Ambassador for additional peer support. Learning Coach support is also available by appointment to help students strengthen academic skills and stay on track.
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled in at least 6 credits
- Maintain monthly contact with your assigned Ambassador
Interested in becoming a Success Scholar? Contact us at samp@hcc.edu.
For academic support, complete the SUCCESS Learning Coach Request Form.
Success Ambassador Role
Success Ambassadors serve as peer mentors and leaders within the SAMP community. They model academic and professional success while helping foster a sense of belonging for all program participants.
Ambassador Responsibilities
- Provide mentorship and build relationships with Scholars
- Connect Scholars to campus offices, resources, and opportunities
- Foster an inclusive and welcoming environment in the Success Center
- Attend and co-facilitate workshops and events
- Meet regularly with Success Coaches
- Communicate feedback and needs between Scholars and Coaches
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Enrolled in at least 6 credits
- Earned at least 6 credits
- Available to work 15 hours per week, with at least 8-10 hours on campus
- Attend and support SAMP events
- Demonstrate cultural humility and a commitment to serving diverse students
Compensation & Benefits
- $15.45/hour (15 hours per week)
- Flexible work schedules
- Orientation, training, retreats, and professional development
- SAMP-branded apparel to represent the program
Career-Aligned Summer Internships
Success Ambassadors may be eligible for a paid summer internship of up to 15 hours per week. These internships are designed to align with the student's academic major or career interests and are subject to approval.
Apply to Be an Ambassador
Selection is based on demonstrated leadership potential, strong communication skills, and alignment with SAMP’s mission. To express interest, please complete the Ambassador Interest and Eligibility Form.
Ambassadors are required to attend a mandatory orientation at the start of each academic year. All training and professional development activities are paid.
Have questions? Reach out to us at samp@hcc.edu — we’d love to hear from you!
