Student Program Assistant, FT Schools

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The Role / Position Overview
FT Schools helps the next generation of decision makers prepare for life after school by enabling students to achieve more academically, make informed career choices, understand personal finance, and become more engaged citizens.

The Student Advocate Program offers high schoolers the opportunity to develop new skills through promoting the benefits of reading the FT to their friends and teachers. Student Advocates also act as the voice of the student to the FT.

We are now seeking Student Program Assistants to support, motivate and lead these Advocates. These mentors will act as a vital bridge between the FT Schools Team and high school Student Advocates globally, helping make the FT more accessible and relevant to young people.

This is a remote, part-time position open to college students located in New York or California, lasting approximately 6 months (between September 15th to March 6th) with an encouraged dedication of 12 hours per month. The FT will provide support, mentoring, and a dynamic environment to help you grow your skills and make meaningful connections.

Key Responsibilities
Support a global group of approximately 60 Student Advocates by hosting two monthly calls and maintaining engagement via Slack
Help Advocates feel confident in sharing ideas to promote FT visibility in schools
Act as a liaison between the FT Schools team and Student Advocates—ensuring ideas and feedback are clearly communicated and implemented
Collect and synthesise feedback on student-led initiatives to inform future program development
Update teachers monthly on their students' participation and respond to any inquiries
Track Advocate engagement, attendance, and follow-up to ensure active participation
Required Skills / Experience
Must be a current college student located in either New York or California during the timeframe of the position
Highly self-motivated with a proactive demeanor
Curious about journalism, news, and current affairs
Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Experience mentoring or working with youth and diverse groups
Familiarity with the FT and FT Schools (desirable but not essential)
Accessibility
We are a Disability Confident Employer and Valuable 500 signatory.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. To discuss your needs or ask questions, contact our Talent Team at talent@ft.com.

Further Information
A reasonable estimate of the hourly rate for this role is $16.50 per hour. To ensure pay fairness, the successful candidate will be offered a rate within this range based on various factors including experience, skills, training, and organisational needs. This rate estimate applies to our NY or CA locations and has not been adjusted for other geographies.

Application Process
Please submit a resume and cover letter by August 11, 2025. Your cover letter may be submitted in various formats including written letter, video, or podcast. We want to hear:

Your ideas for how the FT can better engage with young people
Examples of your experience mentoring others or communicating with diverse groups
We encourage creativity and will invite shortlisted candidates to interview. Read more